Is the sea warm enough for swimming in Dubai in December / around New Year?
Based on 2 discussions with 3 participants · Last activity: today
TL;DR
Sea water in Dubai in December-January is around 22°C (72°F), which feels chilly to many swimmers, even though air temperatures are pleasant.
What the community said
Someone asked if evenings bring relief from the heat — the answer was that early September the sea is still warm for swimming, but by December the water is unlikely to be comfortable for a swim.
1 day ago
Even 200 km away from Dubai, July brings around 30°C heat and humidity with frequent rain — by contrast, winter (December) has much more pleasant air temperatures, though the sea is cooler.
4 days ago ~30°C (86°F) in July
If planning a New Year's trip, keep in mind the sea temperature is around 22°C (72°F) at that time — some travelers find this too cool for extended swimming.
8 days ago 22°C (72°F) around New Year