Dubai in May
6.4out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Very hot: daytime highs around 39°C. Very dry: about 0 rainy days.
39°CAvg high
25°CAvg low
0Rainy days (0 mm)
13:13 hDaylight
05:38Sunrise · 18:52 Sunset
Why this score
- Very hot: daytime highs around 39°C
- Very dry: about 0 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Light, breathable clothing
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
How reliable is the forecast?
Rainfall in May is fairly consistent from year to year (0.4 days). Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°C | 14°C | 14 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.8 |
| February | 26°C | 15°C | 12 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.9 |
| March | 29°C | 17°C | 16 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.8 |
| April | 34°C | 21°C | 5 mm | 1 | – | – | 7.6 |
| May | 39°C | 25°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 6.4 |
| June | 41°C | 28°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 5.8 |
| July | 42°C | 30°C | 3 mm | 0 | – | – | 5.4 |
| August | 42°C | 30°C | 1 mm | 0 | – | – | 5.3 |
| September | 40°C | 28°C | 1 mm | 0 | – | – | 6.0 |
| October | 36°C | 24°C | 1 mm | 0 | – | – | 7.1 |
| November | 31°C | 20°C | 3 mm | 0 | – | – | 8.6 |
| December | 26°C | 16°C | 7 mm | 1 | – | – | 8.9 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Dubai in May?
Daytime highs average 39°C and nights about 25°C.
When is the best time to visit Dubai?
The best months are February, December, January, March.