Dubai
Emirate of Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Local time09:35
Sunrise06:17
Sunset17:52
Elevation0 m
Weather
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Average high and low for every month, with rainfall below. The current month is highlighted.
Cold (high ≤ 8 °C)
Cool
Mild
Warm
Rain (mm)
The climate in numbers
Warmest month
42°
August
Coldest month
15°
January
Wettest month
22mm
March
Rain per year
80mm
Rainy days per year
21
Sunshine hours per year
3,609
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Sunshine hours | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24.5 °C | 15.4 °C | 21 mm | 2.8 | 253 | 10.7 h |
| February | 26.2 °C | 16.5 °C | 10 mm | 2.4 | 251 | 11.3 h |
| March | 29.0 °C | 18.7 °C | 22 mm | 3.4 | 288 | 12.0 h |
| April | 33.8 °C | 22.4 °C | 3 mm | 1.5 | 316 | 12.8 h |
| May | 38.3 °C | 26.2 °C | 0 mm | 1.0 | 350 | 13.4 h |
| June | 40.4 °C | 28.7 °C | 0 mm | 0.0 | 344 | 13.7 h |
| July | 41.6 °C | 31.3 °C | 1 mm | 2.0 | 340 | 13.6 h |
| August | 42.0 °C | 31.6 °C | 0 mm | 0.0 | 334 | 13.0 h |
| September | 39.6 °C | 29.0 °C | 0 mm | 1.0 | 308 | 12.3 h |
| October | 36.0 °C | 25.5 °C | 2 mm | 2.0 | 300 | 11.6 h |
| November | 30.8 °C | 21.2 °C | 6 mm | 1.9 | 268 | 10.9 h |
| December | 26.6 °C | 17.4 °C | 15 mm | 3.4 | 257 | 10.6 h |
What to pack
What to wear in Dubai
Day25 °C
Night15 °C
Rain21 mm
January in Dubai: warm, with highs of 25 °C and lows of 15 °C. Light clothes are enough.
Sunglasses Sunscreen
- It rarely rains this month. You can leave the umbrella at home.
Day26 °C
Night17 °C
Rain10 mm
February in Dubai: warm, with highs of 26 °C and lows of 17 °C. Light clothes are enough.
Sunglasses Sunscreen Cap or hat
- It rarely rains this month. You can leave the umbrella at home.
Day29 °C
Night19 °C
Rain22 mm
March in Dubai: warm, with highs of 29 °C and lows of 19 °C. Light clothes are enough.
Sunglasses Sunscreen Cap or hat
- It rarely rains this month. You can leave the umbrella at home.
Day34 °C
Night22 °C
Rain3 mm
April in Dubai: hot, with highs of 34 °C and lows of 22 °C. Light clothes are enough.
Sunglasses Sunscreen Cap or hat
- It rarely rains this month. You can leave the umbrella at home.
- Middays are very hot: wear light, breathable clothes and keep water at hand.
Day38 °C
Night26 °C
Rain0 mm
May in Dubai: hot, with highs of 38 °C and lows of 26 °C. Dress in layers.
Sunglasses Sunscreen Cap or hat
- There are about 12 °C between midday and dawn. Wear layers you can take off.
- It rarely rains this month. You can leave the umbrella at home.
- Middays are very hot: wear light, breathable clothes and keep water at hand.
Day40 °C
Night29 °C
Rain0 mm
June in Dubai: hot, with highs of 40 °C and lows of 29 °C. Light clothes are enough.
Sunglasses Sunscreen Cap or hat
- It rarely rains this month. You can leave the umbrella at home.
- Middays are very hot: wear light, breathable clothes and keep water at hand.
Day42 °C
Night31 °C
Rain1 mm
July in Dubai: hot, with highs of 42 °C and lows of 31 °C. Light clothes are enough.
Sunglasses Sunscreen Cap or hat
- It rarely rains this month. You can leave the umbrella at home.
- Middays are very hot: wear light, breathable clothes and keep water at hand.
Day42 °C
Night32 °C
Rain0 mm
August in Dubai: hot, with highs of 42 °C and lows of 32 °C. Light clothes are enough.
Sunglasses Sunscreen Cap or hat
- It rarely rains this month. You can leave the umbrella at home.
- Middays are very hot: wear light, breathable clothes and keep water at hand.
Day40 °C
Night29 °C
Rain0 mm
September in Dubai: hot, with highs of 40 °C and lows of 29 °C. Light clothes are enough.
Sunglasses Sunscreen Cap or hat
- It rarely rains this month. You can leave the umbrella at home.
- Middays are very hot: wear light, breathable clothes and keep water at hand.
Day36 °C
Night26 °C
Rain2 mm
October in Dubai: hot, with highs of 36 °C and lows of 26 °C. Light clothes are enough.
Sunglasses Sunscreen Cap or hat
- It rarely rains this month. You can leave the umbrella at home.
- Middays are very hot: wear light, breathable clothes and keep water at hand.
Day31 °C
Night21 °C
Rain6 mm
November in Dubai: hot, with highs of 31 °C and lows of 21 °C. Light clothes are enough.
Sunglasses Sunscreen Cap or hat
- It rarely rains this month. You can leave the umbrella at home.
- Middays are very hot: wear light, breathable clothes and keep water at hand.
Day27 °C
Night17 °C
Rain15 mm
December in Dubai: warm, with highs of 27 °C and lows of 17 °C. Light clothes are enough.
Sunglasses Sunscreen Cap or hat
- It rarely rains this month. You can leave the umbrella at home.
Typical souvenirs
What to buy in Dubai
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DatesQuality dates such as Medjool are a classic gift from the region. They come in decorated boxes.WhereDate shops and supermarketsUS$ 22–41gift box
Sources: theglobetrotter.co.uk
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Spices and saffronThe Spice Souk sells saffron, cardamom and cooking blends at good prices.WhereSpice Souk in DeiraUS$ 3–7bag of everyday spices
Sources: theglobetrotter.co.uk
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Gold jewelleryDubai is known for gold, and you can haggle in the souk. Check the purity hallmark.WhereGold Souk in DeiraNo reliable price data
Sources: theglobetrotter.co.uk
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Arabic perfumes and oudArabic perfumes are often cheaper than Western luxury brands. The perfume souk blends custom scents.WherePerfume soukNo reliable price data
Sources: theglobetrotter.co.uk
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