Early autumn · Weather & things to do
Dubai in September
Dubai cools off: highs slip to 99°F (37°C), from 103°F in August, with lows of 86°F (30°C) and less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain.
Its comfort score of 60/100 is still Good, though it ranks 10th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 99°F (37°C)
- Avg low
- 86°F (30°C)
- Rain
- less than 0.1 in (3 mm)
- Humidity
- 55%
- Cloud cover
- 23%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 08 min
- Comfort score
- 60/100 · Good
What September feels like
Heat sets the pace, with highs around 99°F (37°C). Get out early and keep the hottest hours for somewhere cool.
Even at night it stays warm, around 86°F (30°C).
Rain is scarce: less than 0.1 in (3 mm) for the whole month.
Clear skies are common, with cloud cover averaging only 23%.
Plan around September
September is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are November – March.
- Comfort holds steady from August (58 → 60/100).
- Our Dubai, Abu Dhabi & Hatta route recommends Nov – Mar, so September falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for September
- Light, breathable clothes99°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 September
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 September scores 60/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Arabian Tea House
Shady courtyard café in Al Fahidi serving Emirati breakfast, karak and mint tea.
Why now A break from 99°F afternoons.
Desert safari in the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve
Dune drives, camel rides and dinner in a protected desert reserve.
Why now Highs near 99°F and 0.1 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
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 September
- Hatta in September~60 mi · highs 99°F, 0.2 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Abu Dhabi in September~76 mi · highs 98°F, 0.2 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 September: quick answers
Is September a good time to visit Dubai?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 60/100, held back mainly by heat. The best months are November – March. Expect highs of 99°F (37°C) and less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain. Our Dubai, Abu Dhabi & Hatta route recommends Nov – Mar, so September is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Dubai in September?
Average highs are 99°F (37°C) and average lows 86°F (30°C), making it the 4th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Dubai in September?
Not much: less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain falls across September on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 3.3 in (85 mm).
What should I pack for Dubai in September?
Bring light, breathable clothes (99°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 September?
Share this September plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.