Climate
Sunshine and blue skies can be expected almost every day in Abu Dhabi. The city experiences a really hot and humid climate in the months of April to September when the maximum temperatures average above 40 °C (104 °F). During this period, unpredictable sandstorms also occur in the city and sometimes visibility gets down to a few meters. Normally, air-conditioning systems can be found in all buildings in the city. The period of October to March is comparatively cool. Dense fog can be also seen on some days. January and February are the coolest months of the year.
Time zone: GMT/UTC +4
Population: Around 1.45 million (2008)
Density 293.94/km² (761.3/sq mi)
Language: Arabic is the official language though– English, Hindi and Urdu are widely spoken
Religion: Islam is the UAE's official religion though other religious worship is permitted
Currency: UAE Dirham (UAE Dh) = 100 Fils - USD1 = approx Dhs 3.675