What to pack for Dubai in December
- t-shirts and light layers
- a light jacket for evenings
Humidity averages 64%; max daily wind around 19 km/h.
How December compares
Best months in Dubai: December–February. See the full best time to visit Dubai guide.
Dubai in December: the details
In December, Dubai sees average daytime highs of 27°C (80°F) and overnight lows of 16°C (61°F). Rainfall totals roughly 10 mm across 1.5 rainy days, and the sun shines about 9.6 hours per day with 10.4 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 64%.
In context: December is the 10th-warmest month and the 5th-wettest in Dubai. The sunniest month is June (12.2 h/day).
| Metric | December average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 27°C / 80°F |
| Overnight low | 16°C / 61°F |
| Rainfall | 10 mm over 1.5 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 9.6 h/day (10.4 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 64% |
| Travel score | 10.0 / 10 |
These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Dubai, United Arab Emirates (25.08, 55.31) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Dubai in December?
Daytime highs in Dubai in December average 27°C (80°F); nights drop to about 16°C.
Does it rain in Dubai in December?
Expect around 1.5 rainy days and 10 mm of rainfall in December.
Is December a good time to visit Dubai?
December is one of the best months to visit Dubai. Overall travel score: 10.0/10. The best months are December–February.
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