Dubai vs Muscat

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Muscat edges ahead as the better destination in February. Muscat offers 11 hours of daily sunshine with only 1 rain days, while Dubai sees 5 sunshine hours and 1 rain days.

Dubai can feel quite hot at 29°C, so plan for heat. Muscat is also comfortable at 25°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, both cities are equally dry in February. Muscat receives 6 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Dubai reaches an average high of 29°C (84°F) and drops to 17°C (63°F) at night during February. The daily temperature range is 12°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.

Muscat averages 25°C (77°F) for the high and 18°C (64°F) for the low, with a daily range of 7°C. The 4°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in February.

Dubai receives approximately 6 mm of rainfall across 1 rain days during February. Rain is rare this month, so dry conditions are likely.

Muscat sees 11 mm over 1 rain days. Both cities are equally rainy this month.

Humidity also differs: Dubai averages 35% while Muscat sits at 78%. Muscat will feel muggier, especially at higher temperatures.