Mid-winter · Weather & things to do
Dubai in January
This is the coldest month in Dubai: highs average 73°F (23°C) and lows 63°F (17°C), with about 0.7 in (17 mm) of rain.
At 94/100 for comfort (4th of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 73°F (23°C)
- Avg low
- 63°F (17°C)
- Rain
- 0.7 in (17 mm)
- Humidity
- 63%
- Cloud cover
- 47%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 36 min
- Comfort score
- 94/100 · Great
What January feels like
Warm afternoons near 73°F (23°C) make long days outdoors easy.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 63°F (17°C).
Rain is scarce: about 0.7 in (17 mm) for the whole month.
Plan around January
January is one of Dubai's best months on the climate data.
- Comfort holds steady from December (96 → 94/100).
- January sits inside the Nov – Mar window our Dubai, Abu Dhabi & Hatta route recommends.
What to pack for January
- Light, breathable clothes73°F afternoons
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Dubai in January
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Dubai Fountain
Choreographed fountain shows on Burj Lake every 30 minutes in the evening.
Why now January scores 94/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Desert safari in the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve
Dune drives, camel rides and dinner in a protected desert reserve.
Why now Highs near 73°F and 0.7 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Burj Khalifa
The world's tallest building, with observation decks on levels 124, 125 and 148.
Arabian Tea House
Shady courtyard café in Al Fahidi serving Emirati breakfast, karak and mint tea.
Al Ustad Special Kebab
Persian kebab house in Bur Dubai since 1978, walls lined with photos of diners.
Nearby in January
- Hatta in January~60 mi · highs 74°F, 0.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Abu Dhabi in January~76 mi · highs 72°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 January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Dubai?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 94/100. Expect highs of 73°F (23°C) and 0.7 in (17 mm) of rain. January is inside the Nov – Mar window our Dubai, Abu Dhabi & Hatta route recommends.
How hot is Dubai in January?
Average highs are 73°F (23°C) and average lows 63°F (17°C), making it the coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Dubai in January?
Not much: about 0.7 in (17 mm) of rain falls across January on average, the wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 3.3 in (85 mm).
What should I pack for Dubai in January?
Bring light, breathable clothes (73°F afternoons) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in January
- Dubai, Abu Dhabi & Hatta Nov – Mar
Planning Dubai in January?
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