United Arab Emirates
Geographical & General Info
- Capital: Abu Dhabi
- Population: approx. 9.5 million
- Languages: Arabic (official), English
- Area: 83,600 km²
- Time Zone: UTC+4 (GST)
- Currency: UAE Dirham (AED)
- Flag Colors: Red, green, white, black
- National Holiday: December 2
- National Anthem: Ishy Bilady
- Neighboring Countries: Saudi Arabia, Oman
Top 15 Largest Cities
- Dubai
- Abu Dhabi
- Sharjah
- Al Ain
- Ajman
- Ras al-Khaimah
- Fujairah
- Umm al-Quwain
- Khor Fakkan
- Kalba
- Jebel Ali
- Dibba al-Fujairah
- Madinat Zayed
- Ruwais
- Hatta
Top 15 Attractions
- Burj Khalifa (Dubai)
- Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque (Abu Dhabi)
- Palm Jumeirah (Dubai)
- Louvre Abu Dhabi
- Dubai Mall & Dubai Fountain
- Burj Al Arab (Dubai)
- Museum of the Future (Dubai)
- Jebel Jais (Ras al-Khaimah)
- Qasr Al Watan (Abu Dhabi)
- Dubai Miracle Garden
- Al Fahidi Historical Neighborhood & Gold Souk
- Hatta Dam & Mountains
- Ferrari World Abu Dhabi
- Al Ain Oasis (UNESCO)
- Ski Dubai (Mall of the Emirates)
Climate and Nature
The UAE features a hot arid desert climate with extremely warm summers exceeding 45°C and warm, sunny winters. Rolling sand dunes sweep across the country (including the vast Rub' al Khali desert), complemented by the rugged Hajar Mountains in the north, coastal mangroves, and iconic man-made islands.
Culture and Gastronomy
Emirati culture merges Bedouin customs, pearl-diving history, and traditional hospitality with a cosmopolitan lifestyle. Gastronomy showcases Emirati classics such as Machboos (spiced rice with meat or seafood), Harees, and sweet Luqaimat. Serving cardamom-scented Arabic coffee (Gahwa) with dates is a hallmark of welcome.
Economy
Historically driven by oil and natural gas reserves in Abu Dhabi, the UAE is a global leader in economic diversification. Dubai has transformed into an international center for trade, tourism, real estate, aviation (Emirates), and financial services, while the nation advances heavily in technology, space exploration, and renewable energy.
Did you know?
- The Burj Khalifa in Dubai is the world's tallest building, standing at a height of 828 meters?
- The UAE is a constitutional federation comprising seven distinct emirates, each ruled by its own hereditary Emir?
- Expatriates from over 200 nationalities make up roughly 85 to 90% of the UAE's total population?
- Dubai Police operates a world-famous fleet of luxury patrol supercars, including Ferraris, Lamborghinis, and Bugattis?
- The country hosts Ski Dubai, a massive indoor ski resort operating year-round inside the Mall of the Emirates?
Live footage: Discover United Arab Emirates via webcams and livestreams
Watch the most current webcams in United Arab Emirates and enjoy real-time footage from beautiful locations. Whether you want to check the current weather, see the crowds at points of interest, or simply want to daydream with a livestream from United Arab Emirates: our interactive map points you to the best camera viewpoints.
All webcam locations in United Arab Emirates: Weather & Info
In the list below you'll find all available webcams from United Arab Emirates in alphabetical order. Click on a city for the full live connection, current temperature, wind speed and local weather conditions for that specific place.
