Early winter · Weather & things to do
Dubai in December
Dubai cools off: highs slip to 77°F (25°C), from 85°F in November, with lows of 68°F (20°C) and about 0.6 in (14 mm) of rain.
At 96/100 for comfort (3rd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 77°F (25°C)
- Avg low
- 68°F (20°C)
- Rain
- 0.6 in (14 mm)
- Humidity
- 62%
- Cloud cover
- 42%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 26 min
- Comfort score
- 96/100 · Great
What December feels like
Days are warm, averaging 77°F (25°C), easy weather for being outside from morning to evening.
Nights cool to an average low of 68°F (20°C).
It's one of the drier stretches, with only about 0.6 in (14 mm) of rain.
Plan around December
December is one of Dubai's best months on the climate data.
- Shortest days of the year, about 10 h 26 min of daylight.
- Comfort improves from 89/100 in November to 96/100.
- December sits inside the Nov – Mar window our Dubai, Abu Dhabi & Hatta route recommends.
What to pack for December
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 77°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Dubai in December
December is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Abra ride across Dubai Creek
Wooden water taxis crossing the Creek between Bur Dubai and Deira for 1 dirham.
Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood
Restored wind-tower houses, galleries and lanes from old Dubai beside the Creek.
Museum of the Future
Torus-shaped building with immersive floors imagining life in 2071.
Deira Gold and Spice Souks
Covered lanes of gold jewelers, saffron, frankincense and dried fruit in old Deira.
Ravi Restaurant
Satwa Pakistani canteen since 1978 for butter chicken, daal and fresh naan.
Nearby in December
- Hatta in December~60 mi · highs 77°F, 0.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Abu Dhabi in December~76 mi · highs 76°F, 0.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Dubai in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Dubai?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 96/100. Expect highs of 77°F (25°C) and 0.6 in (14 mm) of rain. December is inside the Nov – Mar window our Dubai, Abu Dhabi & Hatta route recommends.
How hot is Dubai in December?
Average highs are 77°F (25°C) and average lows 68°F (20°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Dubai in December?
Not much: about 0.6 in (14 mm) of rain falls across December on average, the 3rd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 3.3 in (85 mm).
What should I pack for Dubai in December?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 77°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Routes in season in December
- Dubai, Abu Dhabi & Hatta Nov – Mar
Planning Dubai in December?
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