Dubai's days as a fishing village in the Arabian Gulf are long gone. It is now a futuristic city on the crossroads of continents.
Dubai has steadily grown its position as a tourist destination since the UAE was formally established in 1971, and now it is one of the Middle East's most visited cities. From hosting the 2020 World Expo to building the $1.5 bn Burj Khalifa, the city has seen a drastic transformation project that has turned it into the desert metropolis we know today. As well as malls, desert trips and glamorous resorts, the city manages to allure tourists with the promise of warm weather, a lack of rain and almost guaranteed sunshine. However, as much as this desert climate can be a bonus, it could ruin the holiday.
Temperatures at the height of summer can climb well above 40 degrees Celsius, with sweltering weather even reasonably typical at the end of spring. Average temperatures in June are around 33 degrees Celsius, with average highs of 39 degrees Celsius. If you are wondering when to visit to avoid the hottest periods and the crowds, here is everything you need to know.
Winter
When is it? October to March
Dubai's winter is a far cry from much of Europe, with average daytime temperatures ranging from 19 to 25 degrees Celsius during these months. October is a transition month with very little rain and high average temperatures, but from November, the weather becomes more manageable. On occasion, it may seem chilly in the evenings, as temperatures can float around 15 degrees at night, but an extra layer can solve nothing.
Dubai's winter is a far cry from that in much of Europe, with average daytime temperatures ranging from 19 to 25 degrees Celsius during these months. October is a transition month with very little rain and very high average temperatures, but from November, the weather becomes more manageable. On occasion, it may be chilly in the evenings. Temperatures can float around 15 degrees Celsius at night, but an extra layer can solve nothing. These months see the most rain of the year, although negligible. For instance, February sees the most precipitation with an average rainfall of 25mm, while London sees an average of 55mm, even in the warmer month of August. Thunderstorms are uncommon in Dubai but happen around three or four days during this period.
Summer
When is it? April to the end of September
April and May are the transition months before summer, where temperatures can vary between 25 degrees and 38 degrees Celsius. Skies are clear, the sun shines for almost 12 hours, and the days become longer while temperatures rise. From late May to June, the city comes under scorching temperatures when averages hover in the mid-30s, and often, highs can reach 44 degrees Celsius or more. You will see almost no rain at this time, and the heat may make it more difficult for activities to be strenuous than longing around.
The best time to go to Dubai
Though air conditioning is widely spread, visits are possible during summer. The months between November and March are Duabi's highest season. This period sees the best weather of the year, a pleasant mix between high daytime temperatures and cooler evenings, which makes it a perfect time for desert excursions, sightseeing, and general exploration. Daytime temperatures and cooler evenings make Dubai's winter an ideal time for desert excursions, sightseeing, and general exploration. The average UV rating stays low in winter at an average of five and six from November to January but rises to eight and 10 in February and March, respectively.
Additionally, sea temperatures remain high at an average of 22 degrees Celsius even in January. Generally, the crowds will be lower and crowds fewer. Alternatively, avoid crowds in October and April, although the weather will be prohibitively hot for some.
January
Average Temperature: 19 degrees Celsius
Hours of sunshine per day: 8 hours
Average monthly rainfall- 20mm
Relative Humidity- 64 percent
February
Average Temperature: 20 degrees Celsius
Hours of sun per day: 8 hours
Average monthly rainfall: 25mm
Relative Humidity: 65 percent
March
Average temperature: 23 degrees Celsius
Hours of sunshine per day: 9 hours
Average monthly rainfall: 20mm
Relative Humidity: 62 percent
April
Average temperature: 27 degrees Celsius
Hours of sunshine per day: 10 hours
Average monthly rainfall: 7mm
Relative Humidity: 56 percent
May
Average temperature: 31 degrees Celsius
Hours of sunshine per day: 11 hours
Average monthly rainfall: 0 mm
Relative Humidity: 53 percent
June
Average temperature: 34 degrees Celsius
Hours of sunshine per day: 12 hours
Average monthly rainfall: 0 mm
Relative Humidity: 59 percent
July
Average temperature: 35 degrees Celsius
Hours of sunshine per day: 11 hours
Average monthly rainfall: 1 mm
Relative Humidity: 57 percent
August
Average temperature: 36 degrees Celsius
Hours of sunshine per day: 10 hours
Average monthly rainfall: 0 mm
Relative Humidity: 59 percent
September
Average temperature: 33 degrees Celsius
Hours of sunshine per day: 10 hours
Average monthly rainfall: 0 mm
Relative Humidity: 60 percent
October
Average temperature: 29 degrees Celsius
Hours of sunshine per day: 10 hours
Average monthly rainfall: 1mm
Relative Humidity: 60 percent
November
Average temperature: 25 degrees Celsius
Hours of sunshine per day: 9 hours
Average monthly rainfall: 3mm
Relative Humidity: 61 percent
December
Average temperature: 24 degrees Celsius
Hours of sunshine per day: 8 hours
Average monthly rainfall: 16 mm
Relative Humidity: 63 percent
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