Climate of Emirate of Dubai, UAE
Area-weighted average across Emirate of Dubai. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Emirate of Dubai, a subdivision of United Arab Emirates, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 18.3°C / 64.9°F in January to 35.2°C / 95.4°F in August, with rainfall from 1 mm / 0 in to 36 mm / 1.4 in depending on the season (119 mm / 4.7 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18.3°C64.9°F | 11 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 19.9°C67.8°F | 36 mm1.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
| March | 22.9°C73.2°F | 28 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Warm |
| April | 27.1°C80.8°F | 10 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Hot |
| May | 31.5°C88.7°F | 4 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Hot |
| June | 33.6°C92.5°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| July | 35.1°C95.2°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Hot |
| August | 35.2°C95.4°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Hot |
| September | 32.6°C90.7°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Hot |
| October | 29.2°C84.6°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Hot |
| November | 24.5°C76.1°F | 4 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Warm |
| December | 20.3°C68.5°F | 13 mm0.5″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Emirate of Dubai?
The best months to visit Emirate of Dubai, United Arab Emirates for sunny, dry weather are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December. The warmest month is August at an area-wide average of 35.2°C / 95.4°F, and the driest is June with about 1 mm / 0 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Emirate of Dubai?
Emirate of Dubai, United Arab Emirates has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 18.3°C / 64.9°F in January to 35.2°C / 95.4°F in August. Annual rainfall averages about 119 mm / 4.7 in, with the wettest month being February (36 mm / 1.4 in) and the driest June (1 mm / 0 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Emirate of Dubai?
The hottest month in Emirate of Dubai is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 35.2°C / 95.4°F.
What is the coldest month in Emirate of Dubai?
The coldest month in Emirate of Dubai is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 18.3°C / 64.9°F.
When does it rain most in Emirate of Dubai?
The wettest month in Emirate of Dubai is February, averaging about 36 mm / 1.4 in of rainfall. The driest is June with about 1 mm / 0 in.