Dubai Weather Today: Live Forecast, Tomorrow and Temperature by Month

Right now across the UAE, the hottest place is Al Ain at 35°C and the coolest is Jebel Jais at 19°C.

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Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0). Air quality: Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service. Climate averages: National Center of Meteorology, 1991 to 2020. Last updated 3:00 PM UAE time.

Quick Answer: Dubai Weather at a Glance

Dubai has a hot desert climate with sunshine on almost every day of the year. The live panel at the top of this page shows the current temperature, how hot it actually feels, today’s high and low, humidity, wind, UV, air quality, sea conditions and the forecast for tomorrow and the week ahead, updated automatically for every emirate.

According to the National Center of Meteorology’s 1991 to 2020 averages for Dubai International Airport, these are the numbers that define Dubai’s weather:

Average high (year)
33.5°C (92.3°F)
Average low (year)
22.5°C (72.6°F)
Hottest month
August, average high 41.3°C (106.3°F)
Coolest month
January, average high 23.9°C, low 14.3°C
Annual rainfall
79.2 mm, on about 17 days a year
Sunshine
About 3,609 hours a year
Average humidity
50% in May to 65% in December and January
Sea temperature
About 21°C in winter to 33°C in August
Best time to visit
November to March

In short: winter (December to February) is warm and pleasant, summer (June to September) is extremely hot and humid, and rain is rare but can arrive suddenly between November and March.

Dubai Weather Today and Tomorrow

The live forecast panel above shows today’s weather in Dubai and the other emirates, refreshed throughout the day from international weather models. Here’s how to read it and what usually changes from one day to the next.

What the live panel shows:

  • Current temperature and the feels-like temperature, which includes the effect of humidity and wind
  • Today’s high and low
  • Humidity, wind speed and direction, and UV index
  • Air quality, including dust
  • Sea temperature and wave height, for beach plans
  • Sunrise and sunset
  • An hourly outlook for the next 24 hours
  • A 7-day forecast, so you can check the weather in Dubai tomorrow and later in the week

Weather in Dubai tomorrow: what usually changes

Dubai’s weather is remarkably stable, so the weather tomorrow is usually close to today’s, in Dubai and across the other emirates. The changes worth watching are:

  • Morning fog, mostly between September and March. It forms after humid, still nights and can reduce visibility on roads before about 9 AM.
  • Wind and dust. The northwesterly Shamal wind can lift dust and sand, lowering visibility, raising air pollution readings and making the sea rough.
  • Humidity swings. A shift to an onshore wind from the Gulf can push humidity sharply higher, making the same temperature feel much hotter.
  • Rain, which is uncommon but most likely from November to March, sometimes with thunderstorms.

For official warnings about fog, dust, rough seas or rain, the National Center of Meteorology (NCM) is the UAE’s official weather authority.

Dubai Temperature Today: Why It Feels Hotter Than the Number

The temperature in Dubai only tells half the story. Humidity decides how the day actually feels. When the air is humid, sweat evaporates slowly and your body struggles to cool down, so the “feels like” temperature (the heat index) can be far higher than the thermometer reading.

This table shows the heat index, calculated with the US National Weather Service formula, for temperature and humidity combinations that are common in Dubai between May and October:

Air temperature 40% humidity 50% humidity 60% humidity 70% humidity
32°C Feels like 32°C 34°C 37°C 40°C
34°C 35°C 38°C 42°C 47°C
36°C 39°C 43°C 48°C 54°C
38°C 43°C 49°C 55°C 63°C
40°C 48°C 55°C 63°C 72°C

How to read it:

  • Feels like 32°C to 40°C: extreme caution. Heat cramps and exhaustion are possible with long exposure.
  • Feels like 41°C to 53°C: danger. Heat exhaustion is likely with prolonged activity outdoors.
  • Feels like 54°C or more (highlighted): extreme danger. Heatstroke is a real risk; stay in shade or air-conditioning.

This is why a humid 36°C evening on the Dubai coast can feel worse than a dry 42°C afternoon in Al Ain.

UV index. From April to September the UV index in Dubai reaches 11 to 12, which is classed as extreme. Even in winter it stays around 5, so sunscreen matters all year.

Dubai Weather by Month

This table gives the full picture of Dubai’s climate month by month. Temperatures and rainfall are the National Center of Meteorology’s 1991 to 2020 averages for Dubai International Airport.

Month Avg high Avg low Rainfall Rain days Humidity Sea temp UV index Sunshine (hours)
January 23.9°C / 75°F 14.3°C / 58°F 20.8 mm 2.8 65% 21°C 5 253
February 25.4°C / 78°F 15.5°C / 60°F 9.9 mm 2.4 64% 21°C 7 251
March 28.9°C / 84°F 18.3°C / 65°F 21.7 mm 3.4 61% 22°C 9 288
April 33.3°C / 92°F 21.7°C / 71°F 3.3 mm 1.5 54% 25°C 11 316
May 37.7°C / 100°F 25.1°C / 77°F 0.1 mm 0.4 50% 29°C 12 350
June 39.8°C / 104°F 26.9°C / 80°F Almost none 0.1 55% 31°C 12 345
July 40.9°C / 106°F 30.0°C / 86°F 1.1 mm 0.5 55% 32°C 12 340
August 41.3°C / 106°F 30.4°C / 87°F Almost none 0.5 53% 33°C 12 334
September 38.9°C / 102°F 27.7°C / 82°F Almost none 0.2 59% 32°C 11 308
October 35.4°C / 96°F 24.1°C / 75°F 1.5 mm 0.3 60% 30°C 9 300
November 30.6°C / 87°F 20.1°C / 68°F 5.9 mm 1.3 61% 27°C 6 268
December 26.2°C / 79°F 16.3°C / 61°F 14.8 mm 3.8 65% 23°C 5 257

Key patterns

  • The temperature gap between winter and summer is about 17°C. Average highs climb from 23.9°C in January to 41.3°C in August.
  • Nights stay warm in summer. In July and August the average low is still about 30°C.
  • Almost all rain falls between November and March. From May to October, months often pass without a single wet day.
  • May is the sunniest month, with about 350 hours of sunshine.
Dubai temperature by monthEach bar runs from the average low (bottom) to the average high (top). NCM 1991 to 2020 averages, Dubai International Airport.
Dubai average daily temperature range by month: average highs from 23.9°C in January to 41.3°C in August10°C20°C30°C40°CJan24°14°FebMarAprMayJunJulAug41°30°SepOctNovDec
Dubai rainfall by monthAverage monthly rainfall in millimetres. NCM 1991 to 2020 averages, Dubai International Airport.
Dubai average rainfall by month: wettest in March with 21.7 mm, almost none from May to October0 mm10 mm20 mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec21.7 mmAlmost no rain from May to October

Weather in Dubai This Month: A Month-by-Month Guide

Use this guide for the weather in Dubai this month, or for any month you’re planning to travel. The live panel above shows the actual forecast; the notes below explain what’s normal for the time of year.

January

Temperature in Dubai in January averages a high of 23.9°C and a low of 14.3°C, making it the coolest month of the year. Days are warm and sunny, evenings are fresh enough for a light jacket, and January is one of the wetter months, with about 21 mm of rain on roughly three days. Morning fog is common. It’s peak season for tourism, outdoor dining and desert trips.

Average high 23.9°C, low 14.3°C

February

February is similar to January, with highs around 25.4°C and lows near 15.5°C. It’s one of the driest of the winter months and one of the most comfortable for sightseeing, beach days and the desert.

Average high 25.4°C, low 15.5°C

March

March warms to an average high of 28.9°C. It’s also the wettest month on average (21.7 mm), usually from short, heavy showers or thunderstorms. Beach weather is excellent, with the sea around 22°C.

Average high 28.9°C, low 18.3°C

April

Average highs reach 33.3°C and the UV index climbs to 11. Early April still feels pleasant, but by the end of the month the heat starts to build. Rain becomes rare.

Average high 33.3°C, low 21.7°C

May

May is hot and very dry, with highs around 37.7°C and almost no rain. It’s the sunniest month of the year. Outdoor activities move to early morning and evening.

Average high 37.7°C, low 25.1°C

June

June brings average highs of 39.8°C and the start of the most humid stretch of the year on the coast. Daylight lasts about 13 and three-quarter hours, the longest of the year.

Average high 39.8°C, low 26.9°C

July

July is one of the two hottest months, with highs around 40.9°C and lows near 30°C. Humidity makes evenings feel heavy. Indoor attractions, malls and water parks are the best options.

Average high 40.9°C, low 30.0°C

August

August is the hottest month in Dubai, with an average high of 41.3°C and an average low of 30.4°C. The sea reaches about 33°C. Heat stress is a real risk, so limit time outdoors during the day.

Average high 41.3°C, low 30.4°C

September

Highs ease slightly to 38.9°C, but humidity often rises, so September can feel just as uncomfortable as August. Morning fog becomes more frequent towards the end of the month.

Average high 38.9°C, low 27.7°C

October

October marks the turning point. Highs fall to about 35.4°C and lows to 24.1°C, evenings become pleasant again, and outdoor attractions and seasonal markets begin reopening for the cooler season.

Average high 35.4°C, low 24.1°C

November

November is warm and comfortable, with highs near 30.6°C and lows around 20°C. The first showers of the season often arrive. It’s the start of the best time to visit Dubai.

Average high 30.6°C, low 20.1°C

December

Dubai December weather brings average highs of 26.2°C and lows of 16.3°C, with about 15 mm of rain on nearly four days. Daylight is at its shortest, about 10 and a half hours. December is perfect for outdoor festivals, beaches and the desert, and it’s one of the busiest and most expensive months for hotels.

Average high 26.2°C, low 16.3°C

Dubai Climate Explained

Dubai’s climate is classed as a hot desert climate (BWh in the Köppen climate classification). It has two main seasons and two short transitions:

Winter
December to February

Warm days of 23°C to 26°C, cool evenings, occasional rain and morning fog

Spring
March to May

Temperatures rise quickly from the high 20s to the high 30s; March brings the last showers

Summer
June to September

Highs of 39°C to 41°C, warm nights near 30°C, high humidity on the coast

Autumn
October and November

Heat eases, evenings cool, the first winter showers arrive

What shapes Dubai’s weather:

  • The Arabian Gulf keeps coastal humidity high and nights warmer than inland areas.
  • The desert interior is drier, hotter by day and cooler at night than the coast.
  • The Shamal, a northwesterly wind, brings dust and rough seas, especially in early summer and winter.
  • Rare but heavy rain. Dubai averages less than 80 mm a year, but a single storm can bring much more. On 16 April 2024, Dubai International Airport recorded about 164 mm of rain, roughly two years’ worth, during the heaviest UAE rainfall since records began in 1949.

Best Time to Visit Dubai

The best time to visit Dubai is from November to March, when average highs sit between about 24°C and 31°C, humidity is moderate, and outdoor life is at its best.

Period Weather Good for Watch out for
November to March (best) Warm days, mild evenings Beaches, desert safaris, outdoor dining, theme parks, sightseeing Peak hotel prices, crowds, occasional rain and fog
April and October (shoulder) Hot days, pleasant evenings Lower prices, beach clubs, evening activities Midday heat above 33°C
May to September (summer) Very hot and humid The lowest hotel rates, malls, indoor attractions, water parks Extreme heat, high UV, outdoor activity limited to early morning and night
Best time to visit Dubai, month by monthNumbers show the average daily high.
Jan24°
Feb25°
Mar29°
Apr33°
May38°
Jun40°
Jul41°
Aug41°
Sep39°
Oct35°
Nov31°
Dec26°
Best: November to MarchGood: April and OctoberVery hot: May to September

Planning tips:

  • For beaches: March, April, October and November give warm sea and comfortable air.
  • For the desert: November to February, when nights in the dunes are cool.
  • For the lowest prices: June to August, if you plan days around indoor attractions.
  • Around public holidays: prices and crowds rise during Eid and the National Day break, so check the UAE public holidays dates before booking.

UAE Weather by Emirate

The live panel lets you switch between all seven emirates, plus Al Ain and the summit of Jebel Jais. The emirates share a desert climate, but the official 1991 to 2020 averages from each airport weather station show clear differences.

UAE Temperature by Month: Average Highs by City

Month Dubai Abu Dhabi Sharjah Al Ain Ras Al Khaimah Fujairah
January 23.9°C 24.5°C 24.8°C 24.7°C 25.2°C 24.8°C
February 25.4°C 26.5°C 26.5°C 27.5°C 27.0°C 25.9°C
March 28.9°C 29.7°C 29.6°C 31.3°C 30.3°C 28.6°C
April 33.3°C 35.0°C 34.9°C 36.9°C 35.8°C 33.9°C
May 37.7°C 39.6°C 39.7°C 42.1°C 40.9°C 38.6°C
June 39.8°C 41.4°C 41.9°C 44.6°C 42.0°C 39.3°C
July 40.9°C 42.5°C 42.9°C 44.9°C 43.3°C 37.6°C
August 41.3°C 43.4°C 42.9°C 44.6°C 43.0°C 36.5°C
September 38.9°C 40.9°C 40.7°C 42.0°C 41.1°C 35.9°C
October 35.4°C 36.6°C 36.9°C 37.7°C 37.5°C 34.2°C
November 30.6°C 31.0°C 31.4°C 31.4°C 32.0°C 30.2°C
December 26.2°C 26.5°C 26.9°C 26.9°C 27.4°C 26.7°C

How the Emirates Compare

City Hottest month (avg high) Coolest night (avg low) Rain per year Humidity What stands out
Dubai 41.3°C (August) 14.3°C (January) 79 mm 50% to 65% Mildest summer days on the Gulf coast
Abu Dhabi 43.4°C (August) 13.8°C (January) 50 mm 50% to 69% Driest of the coastal cities
Sharjah 42.9°C (July, August) 12.8°C (January) 94 mm 47% to 69% Hotter afternoons and cooler nights than Dubai
Al Ain 44.9°C (July) 12.8°C (January) 62 mm 30% to 63% The hottest and driest city; very low summer humidity
Ras Al Khaimah 43.3°C (July) 12.2°C (January) 116 mm 46% to 71% The wettest city and the coolest winter nights
Fujairah 39.3°C (June) 17.1°C (January) 107 mm 47% to 73% Mildest summer highs, warmest winter nights, most humid August
Hottest month by cityAverage daily high in each city’s hottest month. NCM 1991 to 2020 averages from each airport weather station.
Average high in the hottest month by UAE city: Al Ain 44.9°C, Abu Dhabi 43.4°C, Ras Al Khaimah 43.3°C, Sharjah 42.9°C, Dubai 41.3°C, Fujairah 39.3°C0°C10°C20°C30°C40°C50°CAl Ain44.9°CAbu Dhabi43.4°CRas Al Khaimah43.3°CSharjah42.9°CDubai41.3°CFujairah39.3°C

Abu Dhabi Weather and Forecast Today

Abu Dhabi’s weather is close to Dubai’s but runs slightly hotter in summer, with an August average high of 43.4°C against Dubai’s 41.3°C. It’s also the driest of the coastal cities, with about 50 mm of rain a year. The emirate includes the hottest inland areas in the country: Sweihan, near Al Ain, recorded 51.8°C on 1 August 2025, a new UAE record for August. For the Abu Dhabi forecast today, select Abu Dhabi in the live panel.

Al Ain Weather

Al Ain, inland near the Hajar Mountains, is the hottest city in the UAE, with a July average high of 44.9°C. Its air is far drier than the coast, with humidity as low as 30% in May, so the heat feels harsher on the skin but less sticky. Winter nights are cool, averaging 12.8°C in January.

Sharjah Weather

Sharjah weather follows the same coastal pattern as Dubai’s, but the official station at Sharjah International Airport, slightly inland, records afternoons up to about 1.5°C warmer in summer and nights up to 1.5°C cooler in winter. In practice, tomorrow’s weather in Sharjah usually matches Dubai’s to within a degree or two. Sharjah’s enclaves on the east coast, such as Khor Fakkan and Kalba, follow the Fujairah pattern instead.

Ajman Weather Today

Ajman weather follows the Sharjah and Dubai pattern, with a humid coastal climate, hot summers and mild winters. Because Ajman sits on the same stretch of coast, its temperatures are usually within a degree of Sharjah’s. For the weather in Ajman today, select Ajman in the live panel above.

Umm Al Quwain Weather

Umm Al Quwain weather is similar to Ajman’s, with a humid coastal climate, hot summers and mild winters. Its lagoons and mangroves catch the sea breeze, and the overall pattern matches the rest of the Gulf coast.

Weather in Ras Al Khaimah (RAK Weather)

The weather in Ras Al Khaimah city is coastal, but it’s the wettest city in the UAE, averaging about 116 mm of rain a year, and it has the coolest winter nights of any city station, averaging 12.2°C in January. The Hajar Mountains behind the city help trigger winter showers.

What makes RAK truly different is Jebel Jais, the highest mountain in the UAE, rising to 1,934 metres at a summit that straddles the border with Oman. Because temperature falls by roughly 6.5°C for every 1,000 metres of height, the summit is typically around 10°C cooler than the coast. Jebel Jais is the coldest place in the UAE, and temperatures can drop below freezing in winter. The UAE’s lowest recorded temperature, minus 5.7°C, was measured on its slopes on 3 February 2017.

Fujairah Weather

Fujairah sits on the Gulf of Oman, separated from the rest of the country by the Hajar Mountains, and its climate is the most different of the seven emirates. Its summer highs are the mildest in the UAE, peaking at about 39.3°C in June and falling to 36.5°C in August, but it’s also the most humid in late summer, at about 73% in August. Winter nights are the warmest in the country, averaging 17.1°C in January. The mountains can trigger afternoon thunderstorms in the hotter months, something that’s rare on the Dubai coast.

Air Quality and Dust in Dubai

Dust is part of life in the UAE, and air quality can change quickly when the wind picks up. The live panel shows the US Air Quality Index (AQI), which combines fine particles (PM2.5), coarse particles and dust (PM10), and other pollutants into one number:

AQI Level What it means
0 to 50 Good Air quality is satisfactory
51 to 100 Moderate Acceptable; unusually sensitive people may notice effects
101 to 150 Unhealthy for sensitive groups People with asthma, heart or lung conditions, children and older adults should reduce long outdoor activity
151 to 200 Unhealthy Everyone may begin to feel effects; limit time outdoors
201 to 300 Very unhealthy Avoid outdoor exertion
301 and above Hazardous Stay indoors

When dust is worst: dust events are most common when the Shamal blows, especially in early summer, and during the passage of winter weather systems. On dusty days, keep windows closed, run air-conditioning on recirculation, and limit outdoor exercise.

Beach and Sea Conditions

Dubai’s sea is warm enough to swim in all year. The live panel shows the current sea temperature and wave height for each coastal emirate.

  • December to March: the sea is about 21°C to 23°C, refreshing but comfortable for most swimmers.
  • April, May, October and November: about 25°C to 30°C, ideal beach conditions.
  • June to September: 31°C to 33°C, as warm as a bath and little relief from the heat.

Safety on public beaches: always swim where lifeguards are on duty, follow the flags, and stay out of the water when rough-sea warnings are in force, usually during strong Shamal winds. The east coast (Fujairah and Khor Fakkan) faces the Gulf of Oman, so its sea conditions can differ from Dubai’s on the same day.

UAE Weather Records

Record Figure Where and when
Highest at Dubai International Airport 49.0°C July (station record, 1991 to 2020 data)
Lowest at Dubai International Airport 7.4°C February (station record)
Highest in the UAE 52.1°C Widely reported as July 2002
Highest August temperature in the UAE 51.8°C Sweihan, 1 August 2025
Lowest in the UAE Minus 5.7°C Jebel Jais, 3 February 2017
Heaviest rainfall in the UAE 254.8 mm in under 24 hours Khatm Al Shakla, Al Ain, 16 April 2024
Rainfall at Dubai International Airport, April 2024 About 164 mm 15 to 17 April 2024

The April 2024 storm was the heaviest rainfall in the UAE since records began in 1949. It flooded roads across Dubai and led to more than 1,200 flight cancellations at Dubai International over two days.

UAE Weather Updates and Warnings

The National Center of Meteorology (NCM) issues the UAE’s official forecasts, bulletins and alerts in Arabic and English. If you search in Arabic, you’ll find NCM’s updates under الطقس (weather).

How NCM warnings work:

  • Alerts are colour coded, rising in severity from yellow to orange to red.
  • The most common alerts are for fog, dust and reduced visibility, rough seas, strong winds and rain or thunderstorms.
  • Fog alerts are most frequent on winter mornings between December and February.

Practical rules during warnings:

  • Fog: slow down, use low-beam headlights, and keep a long gap. Don’t use hazard lights while driving.
  • Rain: avoid underpasses and valleys (wadis), which can flood within minutes.
  • Dust: keep windows closed and, if you have asthma or allergies, limit time outdoors.
  • Rough seas: stay out of the water when red flags fly on public beaches.

Where This Weather Data Comes From

  • Climate averages in the tables on this page are the National Center of Meteorology’s official 1991 to 2020 normals for each city’s airport weather station.
  • The live forecast comes from Open-Meteo, which combines leading national weather models, including the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF), Germany’s DWD ICON model and the US NOAA GFS model, and picks the most accurate source for each location.
  • Air quality and dust readings come from the Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service, the European Union’s atmospheric monitoring programme.
  • Official warnings always come from the NCM. If a live reading and an NCM warning disagree, follow the NCM.

Staying Safe in the Dubai Heat

Summer heat in Dubai is serious, and these habits make a real difference:

  • Drink water before you’re thirsty, and more than you think you need.
  • Avoid direct sun from about 11 AM to 4 PM from May to September.
  • Wear light, loose clothing, a hat and sunglasses, and use sunscreen of SPF 30 or higher.
  • Never leave children or pets in a parked car, even for a few minutes.
  • Know the signs of heat exhaustion: dizziness, headache, nausea and heavy sweating. Move to shade or air-conditioning and drink water.
  • Use air-conditioned transport. In summer, the air-conditioned stations of the Dubai Metro are a far more comfortable way to get around, and the Dubai Metro timings guide shows when trains run each day.

The UAE midday break: every summer, outdoor work under direct sun is banned between 12:30 PM and 3 PM from 15 June to 15 September, under the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation’s midday break rule, which has applied every summer since 2005.

What to Pack for Dubai Weather

Season Pack
December to February Light layers, a light jacket or sweater for evenings and the desert, sunglasses, sunscreen
March, April, October, November Summer clothing, a light layer for air-conditioned malls, swimwear, sunscreen
May to September Breathable cotton or linen, a hat, high-SPF sunscreen, a refillable water bottle, a light layer for strong indoor air-conditioning

All year: modest clothing that covers shoulders and knees for mosques and some traditional areas.

Sunrise and Sunset in Dubai

Daylight in Dubai changes less through the year than in Europe or North America, because the city is close to the tropics:

  • Longest day: about 13 and three-quarter hours in June, with sunrise around 5:25 AM and sunset around 7:10 PM.
  • Shortest day: about 10 and a half hours in December, with sunrise around 6:55 AM and sunset around 5:30 PM.

The live panel shows today’s exact sunrise and sunset. Sunset also marks the time of the Maghrib prayer, and the Dubai prayer times page gives all five daily prayer times for every emirate.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the weather in Dubai today?

The live panel at the top of this page shows today’s weather in Dubai, including the current and feels-like temperature, the day’s high and low, humidity, wind, UV index and air quality, and it updates automatically.

What is the weather in Dubai tomorrow?

Check the 7-day forecast in the live panel. Dubai’s weather changes slowly, so tomorrow is usually close to today, apart from morning fog, dust or the occasional winter shower.

What is the temperature in Dubai by month?

Average highs range from 23.9°C in January to 41.3°C in August, and average lows from 14.3°C in January to 30.4°C in August. The full Dubai weather by month table is above.

What is the best time to visit Dubai?

November to March, when average highs are about 24°C to 31°C and the weather is ideal for beaches, the desert and sightseeing.

What is the temperature in Dubai in January?

January averages a high of 23.9°C and a low of 14.3°C, making it the coolest month of the year.

What is Dubai weather like in December?

December averages a high of 26.2°C and a low of 16.3°C, with about 15 mm of rain on nearly four days. It’s one of the best months to visit.

What is the hottest month in Dubai?

August, with an average high of 41.3°C and an average low of 30.4°C.

What does “feels like” temperature mean?

It’s the heat index: how hot the air feels once humidity is taken into account. In Dubai’s humid summers, 36°C at 70% humidity feels like about 54°C.

Does it rain in Dubai?

Rarely. Dubai averages 79.2 mm of rain a year on about 17 days, mostly between November and March. Heavy storms are uncommon but can cause flooding, as in April 2024.

What is the climate of Dubai?

A hot desert climate, with very hot and humid summers, warm winters, intense sunshine and very little rain.

Which is the hottest city in the UAE?

Al Ain, with a July average high of 44.9°C. The UAE’s hottest readings usually come from inland areas such as Sweihan.

Which emirate gets the most rain?

Ras Al Khaimah, with about 116 mm a year, followed by Fujairah at about 107 mm. Abu Dhabi is the driest coastal city, with about 50 mm.

Is Sharjah weather the same as Dubai?

Almost. Sharjah shares Dubai’s coast, though its airport station records afternoons up to about 1.5°C warmer in summer and nights up to 1.5°C cooler in winter.

Where is the coolest place in the UAE?

Jebel Jais in Ras Al Khaimah. Rising to 1,934 metres, its upper slopes are usually around 10°C cooler than the coast, and it holds the UAE’s lowest recorded temperature of minus 5.7°C.

What is the weather in Ajman and Umm Al Quwain like?

Both follow the humid Gulf coast pattern of Dubai and Sharjah, with hot summers and mild winters.

Is the sea warm enough to swim in winter?

Yes. The sea off Dubai is about 21°C to 23°C from December to March, cool but comfortable for most swimmers.

Is the air quality good in Dubai?

It’s usually good to moderate, but it can drop to unhealthy levels during dust events. The live panel shows the current Air Quality Index.

Where can I get official UAE weather updates?

From the National Center of Meteorology (ncm.gov.ae), which issues the UAE’s official forecasts and colour-coded weather warnings.

What does الطقس mean?

الطقس (al-taqs) is the Arabic word for weather. You’ll see it on UAE weather bulletins, news and the National Center of Meteorology’s Arabic updates.