Early spring · Weather & things to do
Dubai in March
Dubai warms up: highs climb to 81°F (27°C), from 75°F in February, with lows of 68°F (20°C) and about 0.6 in (16 mm) of rain.
At 96/100 for comfort (2nd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 81°F (27°C)
- Avg low
- 68°F (20°C)
- Rain
- 0.6 in (16 mm)
- Humidity
- 61%
- Cloud cover
- 43%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 49 min
- Comfort score
- 96/100 · Great
What March feels like
Days are warm, averaging 81°F (27°C), easy weather for being outside from morning to evening.
Nights cool to an average low of 68°F (20°C).
Rain is scarce: about 0.6 in (16 mm) for the whole month.
Plan around March
March is one of Dubai's best months on the climate data.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by April, the score drops to 80/100.
- Comfort holds steady from February (96 → 96/100).
- March sits inside the Nov – Mar window our Dubai, Abu Dhabi & Hatta route recommends.
What to pack for March
- Light, breathable clothes81°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Dubai in March
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 March scores 96/100 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 81°F and 0.6 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 March
- Hatta in March~60 mi · highs 84°F, 0.8 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Abu Dhabi in March~76 mi · highs 79°F, 0.5 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 March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Dubai?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 96/100. Expect highs of 81°F (27°C) and 0.6 in (16 mm) of rain. March is inside the Nov – Mar window our Dubai, Abu Dhabi & Hatta route recommends.
How hot is Dubai in March?
Average highs are 81°F (27°C) and average lows 68°F (20°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Dubai in March?
Not much: about 0.6 in (16 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 3.3 in (85 mm).
What should I pack for Dubai in March?
Bring light, breathable clothes (81°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in March
- Dubai, Abu Dhabi & Hatta Nov – Mar
Planning Dubai in March?
Share this March plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.