Monthly climate guide
Dubai weather in December
Expect warm weather in Dubai in December: afternoons reach about 26°C (78°F), while nights drop to around 20°C (68°F). Around 7 mm of rain falls over the month (very dry), and skies are a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are 4°C cooler than November and 2°C warmer than January.
What stands out in December
- Only 2 months are cooler in Dubai than December.
- Seasonally, December counts as early winter in Dubai.
- Comfortable temperatures make it easy to walk between Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall.
- There's little difference between day and night (around 5°C).
Avg high
26°C
78°F
Avg low
20°C
68°F
Rainfall
7 mm
very dry
Humidity
61%
relative
Sky
40%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Dubai weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°C / 74°F | 18°C / 64°F | 18 mm | 63% | 46% |
| February | 24°C / 76°F | 18°C / 64°F | 10 mm | 62% | 46% |
| March | 27°C / 81°F | 20°C / 68°F | 22 mm | 61% | 48% |
| April | 31°C / 88°F | 24°C / 74°F | 15 mm | 58% | 52% |
| May | 35°C / 95°F | 27°C / 80°F | 8 mm | 58% | 34% |
| June | 38°C / 100°F | 29°C / 85°F | 4 mm | 60% | 31% |
| July | 40°C / 104°F | 32°C / 89°F | 1 mm | 55% | 45% |
| August | 40°C / 104°F | 32°C / 90°F | 1 mm | 52% | 43% |
| September | 38°C / 101°F | 31°C / 87°F | 1 mm | 54% | 28% |
| October | 35°C / 94°F | 28°C / 82°F | 1 mm | 56% | 25% |
| November | 30°C / 85°F | 24°C / 75°F | 12 mm | 56% | 38% |
| December | 26°C / 78°F | 20°C / 68°F | 7 mm | 61% | 40% |
What to pack for December
- T-shirts plus a light layer for the evening
- Comfortable trainers or sandals for long walks
Is December a good time to visit Dubai?
Our Dubai guide recommends: November to March, when daytime temperatures are pleasant — summer regularly exceeds 40°C.
If visiting in summer, plan outdoor sightseeing for early morning or evening — midday heat can be genuinely dangerous to underestimate.
Best time to visit Dubai →Other United Arab Emirates cities in December
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Dubai in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Dubai?
Yes. December is one of the best months for Dubai, with highs around 26°C and about 7 mm of rain.
How warm is Dubai in December?
Average highs are about 26°C (78°F) and average lows about 20°C (68°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Dubai in December?
Dubai typically gets around 7 mm of rain in December — very dry.
When is the best time to visit Dubai?
November to March, when daytime temperatures are pleasant — summer regularly exceeds 40°C.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Dubai (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.