Is it comfortable to sit outside in the evening in Dubai in August (heat and humidity)?
Based on 1 discussion with 4 participants · Last activity: 2 days ago
Based on 1 discussion with 4 participants · Last activity: 2 days ago
TL;DR
No — even in the evenings, August in Dubai stays extremely hot and humid, similar to a steam room. It's only comfortable if you personally enjoy heat and high humidity.
Locals confirm evenings outdoors feel just as stuffy as daytime — similar to being in a steam room. This is normal for the local climate with high humidity.
You can sit outside with a drink in the evening, but only if you're comfortable with heavy heat and humidity — otherwise it's better to pick air-conditioned venues.
A first-time visitor to Gulf countries mentioned researching Dubai's August climate through other travelers' reviews beforehand — locals confirm the real conditions are indeed extremely hot and humid.
Travelers who vacationed in Dubai in early August note the hot, humid season continues through the end of summer — plan evening outings accordingly.