Planning a trip to Dubai in August? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +106°F and approximately 28 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 2 rainy days and 1 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
August is usually the hottest month of the year in Dubai;
Average weather
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+106°F
Avg. max. temperature
+79°F
Min.
+120°F
Max.
1 mm
Total precipitation
50%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
28 ☀️
Sunny Days
2 ⛅️
Cloudy
2 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Dubai has good weather in August.
Average temperature in Dubai in August
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Dubai for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +113°F during the day to a minimum of +84°F during the night, the temperature in August averages around +108°F.
The average maximum temperature goes up 13% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +104°F to +108°F.
Is Dubai warm or cold in August?
Dubai is typically hot in August.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +106°F to +106°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +88°F to +88°F.
Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.
August is the hottest month in Dubai, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Dubai in August
Water in Dubai in August is Very warm. It varies from +89°F to +94°F, with an average of +92°F.The air temperature averaging +106°F is higher than the water temperature.
The water temperature in August is one of the warmest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Dubai are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +92°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +72°F.
Can you swim in Dubai in August?
You can definitely swim in Dubai in August, the water is very warm (+92°F in average), and might even be unpleasant for ones who like it more fresh.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
Don't forget sunscreen and a hat, it's going to be hot!
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Flights per week
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Min. Price
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Climate in Dubai in August
Dubai weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
July
August
September
Avg. temperature
+106°F
+106°F
+102°F
Min. temperature
+77°F
+79°F
+72°F
Max. temperature
+117°F
+120°F
+113°F
Rainfall
2 mm
1 mm
0 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+91°F
+92°F
+91°F
Humidity
51%
50%
55%
Air pressure
996 HPa
998 HPa
1003 HPa
Sunny days
28
28
29
Cloudy days
2
2
0
Rainy days
1
2
1
Snowy days
0
0
0
August weather is still as good as in July.The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +106°F for average maximum temperature during the day.As August arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 2 mm to 1 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 51% to 50%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during August, staying around 3 m/s.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 28 sunny days during the month.
September brings much the same weather, it remains good.
Wind speed in Dubai in August based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 4 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Dubai is gradually increasing during August, going from 3 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
How was the weather last August in Dubai?
This is the weather in Dubai in August 2023:
1 August
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+104°F
2 August
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+107°F
3 August
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+113°F
4 August
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+109°F
5 August
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+113°F
6 August
☀️
+112°F
7 August
☀️
+113°F
8 August
☀️
+108°F
9 August
☀️
+108°F
10 August
☀️
+111°F
11 August
☀️
+110°F
12 August
☀️
+109°F
13 August
☀️
+109°F
14 August
☀️
+106°F
15 August
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+111°F
16 August
☀️
+111°F
17 August
☀️
+104°F
18 August
☀️
+101°F
19 August
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+102°F
20 August
☀️
+105°F
21 August
☀️
+106°F
22 August
☀️
+106°F
23 August
☀️
+105°F
24 August
🌫️
+103°F
25 August
☀️
+111°F
26 August
☀️
+112°F
27 August
☀️
+111°F
28 August
☀️
+110°F
29 August
☀️
+105°F
30 August
☀️
+110°F
31 August
☀️
+107°F
In August 2023 Dubai had 29 sunny days, 1 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +108°F, with an absolute maximum of +113°F and a minimum of +100°F. The average humidity was 60%, with a maximum of 97% and a minimum of 16%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 8 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Dubai climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Dubai in August has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1992 (+89°F) and the highest in 2021 (+95°F). The driest year was 2021 with only 3 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1997 with 261 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Dubai in August:
Is August a good time to visit Dubai?
August is a really good time to go to Dubai. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Dubai.
Can you sunbathe in Dubai in August?
Absolutely, August is hot in Dubai. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.
Can you swim in Dubai in August?
Yes, you can swim in Dubai in August, the water is very warm, with temperature averaging at +92°F, but it's important to manage hydration and sun exposure.
Is Dubai rainy in August?
Dubai is usually dry in August. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Dubai in August?
Yes, Dubai is sunny in August. Prepare for lots of rays. Don’t forget to pack your sunglasses and sunscreen, and maybe pick up a wide-brimmed hat when you arrive.
How much does it cost to fly to Dubai in August?
The normal prices to fly to Dubai is $653 - $997. It means that the majority of our users have picked flights in this range. To find the best price we recommend you search early, using our flexible dates feature.
Other cities in United Arab Emirates
Check out the weather for other cities in United Arab Emirates.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Dubai, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.