Best Time to Visit UAE
United Arab Emirates is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit United Arab Emirates for sunny, dry weather is January–December — 12 months of the year match our sunny profiles at a country-wide average. The drier half of the year covers May–November, while the wetter half runs through December–April. Country-wide monthly temperatures range from 18.8°C / 65.8°F in January to 35.4°C / 95.7°F in August, and monthly rainfall from 0 mm / 0 in (June) to 18 mm / 0.7 in (February). United Arab Emirates's climate is broadly seasonal. These are national area-weighted averages from long-term climate normals — regional variation within United Arab Emirates can be substantial, especially for large or geographically diverse countries. Below, every month is classified against our five weather profiles so you can match your travel window to your preferred weather.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18.8°C65.8°F | 12 mm0.5″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 20.1°C68.2°F | 18 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| March | 23°C73.4°F | 18 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Warm |
| April | 27.5°C81.5°F | 9 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Hot |
| May | 31.9°C89.4°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| June | 33.8°C92.8°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| July | 35.3°C95.5°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| August | 35.4°C95.7°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| September | 33.2°C91.8°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| October | 29.5°C85.1°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Hot |
| November | 24.8°C76.6°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Warm |
| December | 20.6°C69.1°F | 12 mm0.5″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit United Arab Emirates?
The best time to visit United Arab Emirates for sunny, dry weather is January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December. The warmest month is August (35.4°C / 95.7°F country-wide average) and the driest is June (about 0 mm / 0 in). These months combine warmth with low rainfall based on long-term climate normals.
When is the rainy season in United Arab Emirates?
The rainy season in United Arab Emirates runs through December–April, when monthly rainfall exceeds the national annual median of about 5 mm / 0.2 in. The wettest single month is February, averaging 18 mm / 0.7 in.
What is the dry season in United Arab Emirates?
The drier half of the year in United Arab Emirates covers May–November, when monthly rainfall stays at or below the annual median of about 5 mm / 0.2 in. The driest single month is June with about 0 mm / 0 in.
What months should I avoid visiting United Arab Emirates?
The least comfortable months for travel in United Arab Emirates — based on our climate data — are January, February, March, December. These are United Arab Emirates's wettest or coolest months. Rainfall peaks at 18 mm / 0.7 in in February, and temperatures bottom out at 18.8°C / 65.8°F in January.
Is there a shoulder season in United Arab Emirates?
United Arab Emirates doesn't have a distinct shoulder season by our heuristics — its climate is either sunny-and-dry or clearly outside those bounds most of the year. Consider the June window (driest) or August window (warmest) as alternatives to peak season.