August · United Arab Emirates
Best time to visit Dubai in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Dubai in August
Average temperature 36°C, 54 mm of rain, about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 54% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
5.9/10
Ranked #12 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 36°C
- Rainfall
- 54 mm
- Humidity
- 54%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 28
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
August in Dubai scores 5.9/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around 36°C, 54 mm of rain, and roughly 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
From November to March, Dubai's desert dunes and glittering marina nights are at their most inviting.
August in Dubai — workable with trade-offs
At 36°C (97°F), August is at its most extreme: early starts are not optional, and afternoons belong indoors.
Budget for roughly 54 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.9 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 5.9/10 on the same scale — 12th of 12 months, versus 9.2/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a packable rain layer.
Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, February is materially better in Dubai — 3.3 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Dubai in August?
- In August, Dubai averages 36°C, 54 mm of rain, and about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.9/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Dubai?
- August earns a 5.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Dubai in August?
- Expect about 54 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 54% and there are about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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