Monthly climate guide

Dubai weather in May

With highs near 35°C (95°F) and lows around 27°C (80°F), May feels very hot in Dubai. Rainfall averages about 8 mm (very dry) and the sky is mostly sunny. Daytime highs are 4°C warmer than April and 3°C cooler than June.

What stands out in May

Nights stay warm, rarely below 27°C — air-conditioning helps.
In Dubai, May is late spring.
Sun, warmth (about 35°C) and dry days make May a good pick for the beach.
Plan Burj Khalifa for the cooler hours — early morning is best.

Avg high

35°C

95°F

Avg low

27°C

80°F

Rainfall

8 mm

very dry

Humidity

58%

relative

Sky

34%

cloud · mostly sunny

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Dubai weather by month

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Average monthly climate in Dubai
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 May

Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
A refillable water bottle
Sunglasses

Full season-by-season packing guide →

Is May 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 May

Ajman

37° / 27°C · 2 mm

Abu Dhabi

35° / 28°C · 5 mm

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Dubai in May: quick answers

Is May a good time to visit Dubai?

It can be, if you like heat: May highs in Dubai are around 35°C. Good for the beach; plan sightseeing for early morning and evening.

How warm is Dubai in May?

Average highs are about 35°C (95°F) and average lows about 27°C (80°F), based on 10 years of daily data.

Does it rain a lot in Dubai in May?

Dubai typically gets around 8 mm of rain in May — 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.