Dubai is located on the Arabian Peninsula, which is one of the hottest places on Earth. Dubai has a desert climate with only 2 seasons; a very hot summer and a mild winter.
The best time to visit Dubai is during the winter months from November till April. The temperatures are then very pleasant to explore Dubai and its surroundings. Read below the weather and its character per season.
Summer
May till October is the summer months. Summer is known for its tremendous heat. The months of July, August, and September in particular are so uncomfortably hot that you have to wonder if you want to be in Dubai during these months. The mercury rises to more than 40ºC/105ºF almost every day!
In full sun and the desert, it is even a few degrees warmer and at night it barely cools down. In addition, there is also quite high humidity, which makes it even warmer and less comfortable. So you can conclude that the summer months are better to avoid visiting Dubai because there is little you can do in this heat. And it is better to avoid the desert completely, which is a shame when visiting Dubai.
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Winter
November till April is the winter months and the best time to visit Dubai. Winter in Dubai is characterized by pleasant temperatures between 25 to 35°C/77 to 95°F with plenty of sunshine. In the winter there is the greatest chance of rain or a sand storm. And in the morning fog can occur.
January and February are the coolest months of the year, but the mercury during the day is still around pleasant levels of 23 to 26°Celsius/73 to 79°F. At night it can cool down to 10°C/50°F, but it will never freeze.
Due to these pleasant temperatures in winter, the prices will be a bit higher and there will be more crowds due to the increase in tourists, especially during Christmas time and New Years' Eve.
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5 tips against the heat in Dubai
>> 1. Hydration is very important in warm countries. Drink plenty of water, coconut water, or a sports drink with electrolytes to prevent extinction. Also, it is wise to continue to eat healthily.
>> 2. Avoid the sun during the hottest times of the day, between 1 pm and 3 pm. During these moments you can easily look up the cooling inside. In Dubai, there is good air conditioning almost everywhere. Go shopping in one of the megamalls. Bring a scarf, we found the air conditioning sometimes even too cold.
>> 3. As you can read above, there is extreme heat during the summer months. Thus don't go during the summer months if you don't have to!
>> 4. Wear light, but appropriate clothing in Dubai. Go for light colors and loose-fitting clothes made of cotton or linen to experience less heat.
>> 5. Go to one of the beaches to cool off. To swim or sunbathe, we recommend that you go to a beach club.
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