Dubai in December
Great time to visit
Peak season begins with peak prices to match, but you get Dubai's absolute best weather in return. Every outdoor experience shines, from beach days to desert adventures to rooftop celebrations.
Weather
December continues the weather bliss with pleasant 27°C days and cool 18°C nights that actually require a light sweater. Humidity stays low at 65%, and occasional brief showers keep the air fresh and clear.
27°C high18°C low3 rain days
Crowds & Cost
peak crowds
~$290/day average
Events & Festivals
- •UAE National Day
- •New Year's Eve celebrations
- •Dubai Shopping Festival begins
December Tips
- •Peak season pricing returns with a vengeance - book everything well ahead
- •Perfect weather for every activity Dubai offers
- •New Year's Eve at Burj Khalifa requires planning months in advance
All Months
November through April offers the only weather you'll want to spend time outdoors. Temperatures hover around 25-30°C, humidity drops, and you can actually walk between buildings without melting. This is peak season, so hotel rates double and restaurant reservations get harder to snag.
December and January are perfect — cool enough for desert camping, warm enough for beach days. The Dubai Shopping Festival runs January through February with genuine discounts and nightly fireworks.
March and April heat up but remain bearable. Pool weather kicks in, and hotel rates start dropping. Ramadan timing varies each year — check dates before booking. Many restaurants close during daylight hours, though hotels continue normal service.
May through October? Only visit if you love 45°C heat and 90% humidity. Air conditioning bills spike, outdoor activities become impossible after 8am, and even the beaches feel like saunas. But hotel rates drop 50-70%, and you'll have pools mostly to yourself.
Dubai Scores
Solo
8/10
Couples
8/10
Families
9/10
Adventure
7/10
Budget
3/10
Luxury
10/10
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