What to pack for Dubai in January
- t-shirts and light layers
- a light jacket for evenings
Humidity averages 66%; max daily wind around 22 km/h.
How January compares
Best months in Dubai: December–February. See the full best time to visit Dubai guide.
Dubai in January: the details
In January, Dubai sees average daytime highs of 25°C (76°F) and overnight lows of 14°C (58°F). Rainfall totals roughly 43 mm across 2.7 rainy days, and the sun shines about 9.6 hours per day with 10.6 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 66%.
In context: January is the coldest month of the year and the wettest in Dubai. The sunniest month is June (12.2 h/day).
| Metric | January average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 25°C / 76°F |
| Overnight low | 14°C / 58°F |
| Rainfall | 43 mm over 2.7 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 9.6 h/day (10.6 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 66% |
| 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 January?
Daytime highs in Dubai in January average 25°C (76°F); nights drop to about 14°C.
Does it rain in Dubai in January?
Expect around 2.7 rainy days and 43 mm of rainfall in January.
Is January a good time to visit Dubai?
January 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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