Dubai weather at a glance
Hottest
August · 42°C
Coldest
January · 14°C
Wettest
February · 34 mm
Best season
November, December, January, February, March
When is the best time to visit Dubai
Dubai has a hot desert climate. In summer (Jun–Aug) the average high is around 41°C, while in winter (Dec–Feb) it sits near 25°C by day and 15°C at night. The hottest month is August (42°C) and the coldest is January (14°C).
The best time to visit is November, December, January, February, March, when conditions are most comfortable for sightseeing and walking around. June, July, August, September can be less comfortable — keep that in mind when planning.
Dubai temperatures & rainfall by month
Long-term monthly averages (climate normals).
| Month | High | Low | Daily range | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 24° | 14° | 18 mm | |
| Feb | 25° | 15° | 34 mm | |
| Mar | 29° | 18° | 15 mm | |
| Apr | 33° | 21° | 8 mm | |
| May | 38° | 25° | 1 mm | |
| Jun● | 40° | 28° | 0 mm | |
| Jul | 41° | 30° | 1 mm | |
| Aug | 42° | 30° | 2 mm | |
| Sep | 39° | 27° | 0 mm | |
| Oct | 35° | 23° | 1 mm | |
| Nov | 30° | 19° | 3 mm | |
| Dec | 26° | 16° | 15 mm |
Seasons in Dubai
Spring
33° / 21°
hot
Rain: ~8 mm/mo
Summer
41° / 29°
hot
Rain: ~1 mm/mo
Autumn
35° / 23°
hot
Rain: ~1 mm/mo
Winter
25° / 15°
warm
Rain: ~22 mm/mo
When to visit Dubai
✓ Best months
November, December, January, February, March
~ Less comfortable
June, July, August, September
What to pack
- Light, breathable clothing, sunglasses, a hat and sunscreen — summers are hot.
- Comfortable walking shoes — you'll be on your feet around the centre.