How to deal with Dubai's extreme summer heat as a tourist (best times to be outside)?

From messages by 3 participants in 2 sources · Last activity: 66 days ago

TL;DR

During summer (July-August) spend daytime hours in air-conditioned malls. For walking outdoors, wait until early morning or after 7-8 PM when it cools down; quick trips between shops, cafes, and malls during the day are fine.

What the community said

Quick dashes from a shop to a cafe or mall during the day are manageable — no need to wait until evening.

For longer outdoor walks, it's better to wait until around 7-8 PM when temperatures start to drop.

7-8 PM

Malls are a great option to escape the heat — they're cool and comfortable throughout the day.

shopping malls

Being outside during the day is tough due to humidity, so plan outdoor activities for morning or late evening instead.