Weather in Middle East and Asia

Continued from Travel & Weather - Part 3 - by Beth Klemick Middle East (Example: United Arab Emirates) Most of the UAE is desert and has hardly any rain at all – on average, most areas of the UAE only has five days of rain each year. The inland areas tend to be hotter than near the coast, however the lack in humidity can make it more bearable. The weather is best between November and March . Asia (Example: China) China's climate ranges from bitterly cold to unbearably hot, and a whole lot in between. Temperatures in the north can drop to -40°C (-40°F) in winter (December-March) and rise to 38°C (100°F) in summer (May-August). The central Yangzi River valley area also experiences extreme seasonal temperatures. In the far south, the hot and humid summer lasts from April to September and, as in north China, coincides with the rainy season. Typhoons can hit the southeast coast between July and September. Weather good and bad will inevitable affect travel in any season so remember to research, be prepared and be flexible!