Dubai
Dubai has sunshine almost every day of the year. What decides your trip is the heat: pleasant in winter, extreme in summer. Here is the weather month by month, based on official measurements at the airport.
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In short: when is the best time to visit Dubai?
November to March is the best time, with daytime temperatures of around 24 to 31°C. From June to September it is over 40°C and humid. It rarely rains, and the few rainy days fall in winter. Our first choice for a winter week is the Four Seasons Resort on Jumeirah Beach.
Our first choice: Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach. Check availability and prices
Picolo has been to Dubai many times. The figures below are 1991 to 2020 climate normals from the World Meteorological Organization, measured at Dubai International Airport.
Temperature month by month
Average daily high and low, rounded to whole degrees.
January: 24°C by day, 15°C at night
February: 26°C by day, 16°C at night
March: 29°C by day, 19°C at night
April: 34°C by day, 22°C at night
May: 38°C by day, 26°C at night
June: 40°C by day, 28°C at night
July: 42°C by day, 31°C at night
August: 42°C by day, 32°C at night
September: 40°C by day, 29°C at night
October: 36°C by day, 25°C at night
November: 31°C by day, 21°C at night
December: 27°C by day, 17°C at night
Winter: the best time
From November to March Dubai is at its best. The days are warm enough for the beach, the evenings pleasant for dinner outdoors, and desert trips are comfortable. December, January and February are the mildest months, and the sea stays around 21°C.
Burj Al Arab
In winter, Dubai evenings are pleasant for dinner outdoors.
Summer: hot and humid
From June to September daytime temperatures sit around 40°C, and nights rarely drop below 28°C. The humidity makes it feel even hotter. Life moves indoors, to the malls and to the pool early and late in the day, and hotel prices are at their lowest.
Rain and sunshine
Dubai gets less than 80mm of rain a year, almost all of it from December to March. Even in the wettest months there are only two to three days of rain. In return there are more than 250 hours of sunshine in every single month, and around 350 in May.
Where to stay for winter sun in Dubai
Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach
Four Seasons sits on the beach in Jumeirah, with two outdoor pools, and every room has a balcony. Guests rate it 9.4. A good choice for winter weeks combining beach and city.
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Atlantis The Royal
Atlantis The Royal on Palm Jumeirah has a private beach and two outdoor pools, and guests rate it 9.4. Read more in our guide to Atlantis The Royal.
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Weather tips
Ramadan: the month of fasting moves around eleven days earlier each year. Check the dates before you book.
Sunscreen and water: the sun is strong even in winter.
Pack a light jumper: malls and restaurants are heavily air-conditioned.
Frequently asked questions about Dubai weather
What is the best month to visit Dubai?
December to February are the mildest, at around 24 to 27°C by day. November and March are also good, but warmer.
How hot is Dubai in January?
Around 24°C by day and 15°C at night.
How hot is Dubai in summer?
Around 40 to 42°C by day from June to September, with high humidity.
Does it rain in Dubai?
Rarely. Less than 80mm falls a year, and the few rainy days come in winter.
Can you swim in Dubai in winter?
Yes. The sea stays around 21°C in January and February, and many hotels have heated pools.