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Dubai in December: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Dubai in December and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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December

Weather in Dubai in December 2024

Great Weather
Warm
☀️
Sunny
December is an ideal time to visit Dubai if you're seeking a destination with brilliant weather. Anticipate average maximum temperatures of +79°F and about 23 sunny days, ensuring you'll have ample opportunities to soak up the sunshine. It's worth noting, though, that there may be some rainfall, with approximately 9 mm of precipitation over an average of 1 rainy days. So, prepare your sunglasses, a beach towel, and great walking shoes, as it's most likely going to be amazing weather. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • December is usually the wettest month of the year in Dubai;

Average weather

☀️
+79°F
Avg. max. temperature
+48°F
Min.
+91°F
Max.
9 mm
Total precipitation
61%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
23 ☀️
Sunny Days
7 ⛅️
Cloudy
1 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Dubai has great weather in December.

Average temperature in Dubai in December

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Dubai for December based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +88°F during the day to a minimum of +61°F during the night, the temperature in December averages around +81°F.

The average maximum temperature goes down 33% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +86°F to +77°F.

Is Dubai warm or cold in December?

Dubai is typically warm in December.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +88°F to +79°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +68°F to +63°F.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

December is one of the coolest months in Dubai, here is the comparison with other months:

Climate in Dubai in December

Dubai weather looks like this, on average, in December and the surrounding months.
NovemberDecemberJanuary
Avg. temperature
+88°F+79°F+75°F
Min. temperature
+48°F+48°F+46°F
Max. temperature
+99°F+91°F+88°F
Rainfall
2 mm9 mm11 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Humidity
57%61%61%
Air pressure
1014 HPa1016 HPa1017 HPa
Sunny days
272321
Cloudy days
379
Rainy days
011
Snowy days
000

December weather is still as great as in November. It’s getting colder in December. From +88°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +79°F. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 2 mm to 9 mm. Humidity rises from 57% to 61%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during December, staying around 2 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 27 sunny days in November to 23 in December.

January brings much the same weather, it remains great.

Wind

Wind speed in Dubai in December based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Dubai is gradually increasing during December, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during December in Dubai based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 10% chance of rain on an average day in December, with total rainfall of approximately 13 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 6 mm, which is considered light rain. Dubai is amazing in December with as little as 3 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
Here’s how December is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Dubai wettest month is February, where a typical day has a 3% chance of precipitation and 16 mm of rainfall per day. May, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 0% chance of precipitation and 0 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last December in Dubai?

This is the weather in Dubai in December 2023:
1 December
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+86°F
2 December
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+84°F
3 December
☀️
+84°F
4 December
☀️
+84°F
5 December
☀️
+84°F
6 December
☀️
+88°F
7 December
☀️
+86°F
8 December
☀️
+82°F
9 December
☁️
+84°F
10 December
☀️
+81°F
11 December
☀️
+79°F
12 December
☀️
+81°F
13 December
☀️
+82°F
14 December
☀️
+83°F
15 December
☀️
+84°F
16 December
☀️
+82°F
17 December
☀️
+82°F
18 December
☀️
+81°F
19 December
☀️
+81°F
20 December
☀️
+82°F
21 December
☀️
+82°F
22 December
☀️
+81°F
23 December
☀️
+84°F
24 December
☀️
+83°F
25 December
☀️
+81°F
26 December
🌧️
+75°F
27 December
☀️
+71°F
28 December
☀️
+77°F
29 December
☀️
+75°F
30 December
☀️
+79°F
31 December
☀️
+77°F
In December 2023 Dubai had 29 sunny days, 1 cloudy days, and 1 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +81°F, with an absolute maximum of +88°F and a minimum of +72°F. The average humidity was 57%, with a maximum of 94% and a minimum of 24%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 9 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 December has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1982 (+74°F) and the highest in 2001 (+86°F). The driest year was 2021 with only 0 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2016 with 0 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Dubai in December:

Is December a good time to visit Dubai?

Yes, December is a great time to go to Dubai, the weather couldn’t be better. Be ready to get outside, explore and enjoy. Check what other months that are a good time to visit Dubai.

Can you sunbathe in Dubai in December?

December is warm in Dubai. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Is Dubai rainy in December?

Dubai is usually dry in December. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Dubai in December?

Yes, Dubai is sunny in December. 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.

Other cities in United Arab Emirates

Check out the weather for other cities in United Arab Emirates.

Monthly weather in Dubai

Source of the data

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, 2022.

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.