When is the best time to visit Dubai?

It is pleasant to be out from December to February: 18 to 28 °C by day and rain on at most 3 days in 10. The warmest month is July at about 44 °C; it rains most often in January.

What should you see in Dubai?

Start with Burj Khalifa, Burj al-Arab, Palm Islands, The World, and Almas Tower.

What’s the best way to get around Dubai?

Many visitors take taxis quite often. Public transport is a good option in winter if you avoid rush hour on the red metro line.

Can you swim in the sea in Dubai?

Yes, but strong winds can make swimming difficult. The water is very salty, so many people prefer their hotel pool.

Dubai is one of the safest cities in the world with regard to street crime. Road and pedestrian safety can still be an issue.

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Travel guide · United Arab Emirates

Dubai

Explore towering skyscrapers, traditional souks and Dubai Creek by boat.

PleasantDec–Feb
From Frankfurt6 h 15 min
Well-known hotels8.6 out of 10
Warmest monthJul, 44 °C

Dubai pairs traditional souks and historic buildings with vast shopping malls, artificial islands and a striking skyline. It suits you if you want to experience both the city’s trading history and its modern architecture.

Take an abra across Dubai Creek and explore the souks and historic districts of Deira and Bur Dubai. In Jumeirah, visit Jumeirah Mosque, Burj al Arab and Palm Jumeirah; Dubai Mall and Burj Khalifa are in Downtown Dubai. A desert safari is another activity to consider.

Pleasant from December to February

Orange means: 18 to 28 °C by day and rain on at most 3 days in 10. For the beach it may be warmer.

January: 13 to 25 °C, rain on 1 day in 10

All months as a table

Month	Low to high	Rain
January	13 – 25 °C	1 in 10
February	15 – 27 °C	0 in 10
March	17 – 31 °C	1 in 10
April	21 – 36 °C	1 in 10
May	25 – 40 °C	0 in 10
June	28 – 43 °C	0 in 10
July	30 – 44 °C	0 in 10
August	30 – 44 °C	0 in 10
September	27 – 42 °C	0 in 10
October	23 – 37 °C	0 in 10
November	20 – 32 °C	0 in 10
December	16 – 28 °C	0 in 10

Getting there

From Frankfurt about 6 hrs 15 min by schedule. You land in Dubai (DXB), 29 km from the centre.

Where to stay in Dubai?

The best-known hotels

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8.4Atana Hotel★★★★ · 20,000 reviews
8.4Roda Amwaj Suites Jumeirah Beach Residence14,086 reviews
9.1Rove Dubai Marina★★★ · 9,803 reviews
8.7Golden Tulip Media Hotel★★★★ · 9,668 reviews
9.1Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah★★★★★ · 8,367 reviews
8.8Premier Inn Dubai Barsha Heights★★★ · 8,056 reviews
8.6JA Ocean View Hotel, Jumeirah Beach Dubai★★★★★ · 4,973 reviews
8.1Mercure Hotel Apartments Dubai Barsha Heights★★★★ · 4,646 reviews

Worth seeing

Food and drink

Try shawarma, falafel and mandi, as well as luqaimat, deep-fried dough balls topped with date syrup. Small cafés also serve chapata, fruit shakes and juices.

What travellers ask

It is pleasant to be out from December to February: 18 to 28 °C by day and rain on at most 3 days in 10. The warmest month is July at about 44 °C; it rains most often in January.
From Frankfurt about 6 hrs 15 min by schedule. You land in Dubai (DXB), 29 km from the centre.
Start with Burj Khalifa, Burj al-Arab, Palm Islands, The World, and Almas Tower.
Many visitors take taxis quite often. Public transport is a good option in winter if you avoid rush hour on the red metro line.
Yes, but strong winds can make swimming difficult. The water is very salty, so many people prefer their hotel pool.
Dubai is one of the safest cities in the world with regard to street crime. Road and pedestrian safety can still be an issue.

As of October 19, 2026. Climate: usual values from ten years, temperatures mostly from the nearest weather station (NOAA), rain from NASA POWER. Places to stay: tripbot’s hotel catalogue (LiteAPI). Places: Wikidata, OpenStreetMap and Wikivoyage. Text written by tripbot’s AI from the articles below; every number and every tip stands there.

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