United Arab Emirates
24 00 N, 54 00 E
lowest point: Persian Gulf 0 m
highest point: Jabal Yibir 1,527 m
total: 867 km
border countries: Oman 410 km, Saudi Arabia 457 km
frequent sand and dust storms
petroleum, natural gas
arable land: 0.77%
permanent crops: 2.27%
other: 96.96% (2005)
lack of natural freshwater resources compensated by desalination plants; desertification; beach pollution from oil spills
The best time to visit is between October and May. The hottest time is from June to September with little rainfall.
Required clothing
Lightweights, with mediumweights from November to March; warmer clothes for evening.
time difference: UTC+4
