Mid-summer · Weather & things to do
Dubai in July
Dubai sees its driest month, with just less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain, highs of 102°F (39°C) and lows of 88°F (31°C).
With a comfort score of 57/100 (12th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by heat.
- Avg high
- 102°F (39°C)
- Avg low
- 88°F (31°C)
- Rain
- less than 0.1 in (3 mm)
- Humidity
- 56%
- Cloud cover
- 40%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 26 min
- Comfort score
- 57/100 · Fair
What July feels like
Afternoons run hot at about 102°F (39°C), which leaves mornings and evenings as the time for walking.
Even at night it stays warm, around 88°F (31°C).
Rain is scarce: less than 0.1 in (3 mm) for the whole month.
Plan around July
July is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are November – March.
- Comfort slips from 60/100 in June to 57/100.
- Our Dubai, Abu Dhabi & Hatta route recommends Nov – Mar, so July falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clothes102°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Dubai in July
Start early and take shelter at midday: the picks below pair morning outings with places to cool off.
Arabian Tea House
Shady courtyard café in Al Fahidi serving Emirati breakfast, karak and mint tea.
Why now A break from 102°F afternoons.
Al Ustad Special Kebab
Persian kebab house in Bur Dubai since 1978, walls lined with photos of diners.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
Burj Khalifa
The world's tallest building, with observation decks on levels 124, 125 and 148.
Dubai Fountain
Choreographed fountain shows on Burj Lake every 30 minutes in the evening.
Why now Go early — afternoons average 102°F.
Desert safari in the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve
Dune drives, camel rides and dinner in a protected desert reserve.
Why now Best first thing, before the 102°F afternoon heat.
Nearby in July
- Hatta in July~60 mi · highs 103°F, 0.2 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Abu Dhabi in July~76 mi · highs 101°F, 0.0 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 July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Dubai?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 57/100, held back mainly by heat. The best months are November – March. Expect highs of 102°F (39°C) and less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain. Our Dubai, Abu Dhabi & Hatta route recommends Nov – Mar, so July is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Dubai in July?
Average highs are 102°F (39°C) and average lows 88°F (31°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Dubai in July?
Not much: less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 3rd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 3.3 in (85 mm).
What should I pack for Dubai in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (102°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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