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30-year normals (1991-2020)
Dubai has a arid desert climate, classified as BWh in the Köppen system. The warmest month is August with an average high of 42°C, while the coldest month is January with lows dropping to 14°C. The annual temperature range of 28°C reflects moderate seasonal variation.
The driest month is October with only 0 rain days and 1mm of precipitation. For travellers, October through to the following month typically offers the best balance of warm temperatures and dry conditions. Average humidity ranges from 70% to 70% throughout the year.
Based on temperature and rainfall data, the best months to visit Dubai are January, February, December. These months offer the most comfortable temperatures with relatively low rainfall, ideal for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Full Best Time to Visit GuideWarmest Month
42°C
August
Coldest Month
14°C
January
Driest Month
0 days
October
Annual Range
28°C
14° to 42°
| Month | High | Low | Rain Days | Sun | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°C | 14°C | 2 | 10h | View |
| February | 25°C | 15°C | 2 | 10h | View |
| March | 29°C | 17°C | 2 | 11h | View |
| April | 33°C | 21°C | 1 | 12h | View |
| May | 38°C | 24°C | 0 | 13h | View |
| June | 40°C | 27°C | 0 | 13h | View |
| July | 41°C | 29°C | 0 | 12h | View |
| August | 42°C | 29°C | 0 | 12h | View |
| September | 39°C | 27°C | 0 | 11h | View |
| October | 36°C | 24°C | 0 | 11h | View |
| November | 30°C | 20°C | 1 | 10h | View |
| December | 26°C | 16°C | 1 | 10h | View |
January
2 rain days, 10h sun
February
2 rain days, 10h sun
March
2 rain days, 11h sun
April
1 rain days, 12h sun
May
0 rain days, 13h sun
June
0 rain days, 13h sun
July
0 rain days, 12h sun
August
0 rain days, 12h sun
September
0 rain days, 11h sun
October
0 rain days, 11h sun
November
1 rain days, 10h sun
December
1 rain days, 10h sun
Dubai in August
Data Sources for Dubai
Climate normals represent 30-year averages (1991-2020). Individual years may vary.