Dubai vs Muscat

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Dubai edges ahead as the better destination in May. Dubai offers 13 hours of daily sunshine with only 0 rain days, while Muscat sees 12 sunshine hours and 0 rain days.

Dubai can feel quite hot at 38°C, so plan for heat. Muscat runs hot at 37°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, both cities are equally dry in May. Dubai receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Dubai reaches an average high of 38°C (100°F) and drops to 24°C (75°F) at night during May. The daily temperature range is 14°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.

Muscat averages 37°C (99°F) for the high and 28°C (82°F) for the low, with a daily range of 9°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.

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

Dubai receives approximately 0 mm of rainfall across 0 rain days during May. Rain is rare this month, so dry conditions are likely.

Muscat sees 1 mm over 0 rain days. Both cities are equally rainy this month.

Humidity also differs: Dubai averages 70% while Muscat sits at 78%. Muscat will feel muggier, especially at higher temperatures.