Dubai & the desert
A building that outgrew the skyline it started in, a souk that still trades gold by weight, and dunes an hour out where the city simply stops.
The best time to visit Dubai & the desert is Nov–Mar, when typical daytime highs reach about 35°C (95°F). Local time there is 21:13 (UTC+4).
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In season
The year at a glance
January · high 24°C · rain 39mm · 10.7h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
Averages for 2019–2023 from Open-Meteo’s archive, not a forecast
Ramadan falls around 7 February to 8 March in 2027. Daytime cafés and restaurants often keep shorter hours.
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°C75°F | 39mm1.5in | 10.7h10.7h | in the recommended window |
| February | 25°C77°F | 5mm0.2in | 11.3h11.3h | in the recommended window |
| March | 28°C83°F | 7mm0.3in | 11.9h11.9h | in the recommended window |
| April | 32°C90°F | 5mm0.2in | 12.7h12.7h | |
| May | 36°C96°F | 0mm0.0in | 13.4h13.4h | |
| June | 39°C103°F | 0mm0.0in | 13.7h13.7h | |
| July | 40°C105°F | 4mm0.2in | 13.6h13.6h | |
| August | 41°C105°F | 0mm0.0in | 13.0h13.0h | |
| September | 39°C102°F | 0mm0.0in | 12.3h12.3h | |
| October | 35°C95°F | 1mm0.0in | 11.5h11.5h | |
| November | 30°C87°F | 10mm0.4in | 10.9h10.9h | in the recommended window |
| December | 26°C80°F | 10mm0.4in | 10.6h10.6h | in the recommended window |
Good to know
- Currency
- AEDUnited Arab Emirates dirham
- Language
- Arabic
- Driving
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When is the best time to visit Dubai & the desert?
The best time to visit Dubai & the desert is Nov–Mar, when typical daytime highs reach about 35°C (95°F).
How warm does Dubai & the desert get?
Typical daytime highs in Dubai & the desert are Mar–May 32°C (90°F), Jun–Aug 40°C (104°F), Sep–Nov 35°C (95°F), Dec–Feb 25°C (77°F).
Is Dubai & the desert expensive?
On the ground, Dubai & the desert is steep.
What sort of trip is Dubai & the desert good for?
Dubai & the desert is good for bucket-list trips, beach and sun holidays, food and drink, adventure holidays.
How rainy is Dubai & the desert?
The wettest month in Dubai & the desert is January at 39mm (1.5in), the driest May at 0mm (0.0in), with a monthly average of 7mm (0.3in).
What plug do I need for Dubai & the desert?
Dubai & the desert uses type C, G sockets at 220 V.
