What's the best time of year to visit Dubai to avoid extreme heat?
From messages by 3 participants in 2 sources · Last activity: 7 days ago
In January, temperatures in the UAE can be around 22–26°C with little wind, making it a comfortable option for avoiding summer heat. However, some travelers find the sea very cold, so it may not suit everyone looking for beach swimming.
22 days ago January: 22–26°C, cold sea
Late December can be pleasant for the beach: one traveler swam in the sea all day and only needed a light sweater in the evening. Conditions vary, though—on other days around +20°C, the water may feel too cold for swimming.
Late December, around +20°C
From May onward, Dubai temperatures stay at +40°C and above. If you want milder +30-35°C weather, plan your trip for April, or at the very latest, early May.
40°C+ from May, +30-35°C in April
One traveler joked there's no such thing as a 'cold summer' in Dubai — the heat in July-August is relentless with no breaks, so expect extreme temperatures during this period.
Based on a winter trip to nearby Qatar (late January to early February), daytime temps were around +28°C, but the Gulf water stayed too cold for swimming — a hot rooftop jacuzzi at the hotel was a better option than the sea.
+28°C daytime, cold water (based on Qatar comparison)