Weather in Dubai
What's the weather like in Dubai?
Dubai has a wide swing between hot summers and cold winters and low overall rainfall. Average daytime highs range from 24°C (75°F) in January to 41°C (106°F) in July, with overnight lows around 14°C (57°F) and 30°C (86°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Dubai are January through March, and December.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates
- Region
- Middle East
- Time zone
- Asia/Dubai
- Coordinates
- 25.205, 55.271
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°C / 75°F | 14°C / 57°F | 18 mm | 3 | — |
| February | 25°C / 77°F | 15°C / 59°F | 25 mm | 3 | — |
| March | 28°C / 82°F | 18°C / 64°F | 22 mm | 2 | — |
| April | 33°C / 91°F | 21°C / 70°F | 7 mm | 1 | — |
| May | 38°C / 100°F | 25°C / 77°F | 1 mm | 0 | — |
| June | 40°C / 104°F | 28°C / 82°F | 0 mm | 0 | — |
| July | 41°C / 106°F | 30°C / 86°F | 1 mm | 0 | — |
| August | 41°C / 106°F | 30°C / 86°F | 0 mm | 0 | — |
| September | 39°C / 102°F | 27°C / 81°F | 0 mm | 0 | — |
| October | 35°C / 95°F | 23°C / 73°F | 1 mm | 0 | — |
| November | 30°C / 86°F | 19°C / 66°F | 3 mm | 1 | — |
| December | 26°C / 79°F | 16°C / 61°F | 16 mm | 2 | — |
Dubai by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Dubai?
The most comfortable months in Dubai are usually January, February, December, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Dubai?
July is typically the hottest month in Dubai, averaging a high of 41°C (106°F).
What is the coldest month in Dubai?
January is usually the coldest, with average lows around 14°C (57°F).
Does it snow in Dubai?
Snow is rare in Dubai; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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