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Dubai in May
Dubai warms up: highs climb to 95°F (35°C), from 87°F in April, with lows of 80°F (27°C) and about 0.2 in (4 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 68/100, 8th of 12.
- Avg high
- 95°F (35°C)
- Avg low
- 80°F (27°C)
- Rain
- 0.2 in (4 mm)
- Humidity
- 58%
- Cloud cover
- 30%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 14 min
- Comfort score
- 68/100 · Good
What May feels like
Expect proper heat: afternoons average 95°F (35°C), so plan walking and hiking for the morning and save midday for shade, lunch or a swim.
Even at night it stays warm, around 80°F (27°C).
Rain is scarce: about 0.2 in (4 mm) for the whole month.
Clear skies are common, with cloud cover averaging only 30%.
Plan around May
May sits mid-table; the best months are November – March.
- The year's biggest warm-up: highs jump 4°C (8°F) from April.
- Comfort slips from 80/100 in April to 68/100.
- Our Dubai, Abu Dhabi & Hatta route recommends Nov – Mar, so May falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for May
- Light, breathable clothes95°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 May
Start early and take shelter at midday: the picks below pair morning outings with places to cool off.
Dubai Fountain
Choreographed fountain shows on Burj Lake every 30 minutes in the evening.
Why now May scores 68/100 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 95°F and 0.2 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Arabian Tea House
Shady courtyard café in Al Fahidi serving Emirati breakfast, karak and mint tea.
Why now A break from 95°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.
Nearby in May
- Hatta in May~60 mi · highs 102°F, 0.1 in rain · 4°C (7°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Abu Dhabi in May~76 mi · highs 94°F, 0.1 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 May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Dubai?
It's middling, scoring 68/100. The best months are November – March, at up to 96. Expect highs of 95°F (35°C) and 0.2 in (4 mm) of rain. Our Dubai, Abu Dhabi & Hatta route recommends Nov – Mar, so May is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Dubai in May?
Average highs are 95°F (35°C) and average lows 80°F (27°C), making it the 5th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Dubai in May?
Not much: about 0.2 in (4 mm) of rain falls across May on average, the 6th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 3.3 in (85 mm).
What should I pack for Dubai in May?
Bring light, breathable clothes (95°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).
Planning Dubai in May?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.