Is it worth going to Dubai in August?

Best Times to Visit Dubai for Lower Prices The summer months of June, July, and August — when most people have fled the country because of the heat — are when you will likely score the best deals on Dubai hotels. It's also the perfect time to explore the plethora of indoor attractions Dubai has to offer.



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Best Times to Visit Dubai for Lower Prices The summer months of June, July, and August — when most people have fled the country because of the heat — are when you will likely score the best deals on Dubai hotels. It's also the perfect time to explore the plethora of indoor attractions Dubai has to offer.

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Dubai's location in the United Arab Emirates on the Persian Gulf coast means it gets hot weather all year round. August's the hottest month with temperatures reaching over 40ºC, and there's usually no rain, so only go if you love the heat.

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Temperatures soar from May to August, so hotel prices drop and crowds disperse. This is an excellent time to visit if you enjoy extreme heat, or plan to spend most of your time inside the air-conditioned shopping malls.

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Peak tourist season in Dubai Dubai receives fewer tourists between the months of June and August, due to the scorching temperatures that can reach up to 40°C. However, with top-of-the-range air conditioning in the hotels, malls and restaurants, there are still plenty of things to enjoy away from the sun.

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Here are some essential tips to avoid the searing summer heat in Dubai:
  1. Wear Summer-friendly Clothing. ...
  2. SPF is Your Best Friend. ...
  3. Shield Your Eyes. ...
  4. Stay Hydrated. ...
  5. Eat Small Portions Frequently. ...
  6. Beach or Pool it's All Cool. ...
  7. Stay Indoors. ...
  8. Avoid Cold Showers.


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It really depends on what you feel is “hot”. Generally speaking, it starts to get too hot for outdoor activity by the end of May. Many seasonal and outdoor events will start to close at the end of April/start of May. You will find little reprieve from the Dubai heat until the end of October.

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Dubai tends to be extremely hot and humid in the months of July and August, with temperatures hitting around 45 °C (113 °F), and with lows of barely less than 30 °C (86 °F), making it the most unpleasant time to visit Dubai.

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Sea temperatures are not particularly refreshing in August either, at a balmy 33.1°C (91.6°F); even temperatures over 34°c in the water can be experienced in Dubai in August.

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Here are some tips on how to dress in Dubai in summer: If you're visiting Dubai in summer, pack clothing that is light and breezy fabrics that won't cling to your skin and will allow you to breathe. Cotton and linen work well on such days, and light colors absorb less heat when you're outdoors.

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A desert safari can be organized at any time during the year and there are some amazing discounts in the summer months of July and August. But that's for good reason. Let's be honest… it isn't the most comfortable of experiences to visit the desert in the peak of summer.

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Shorts need to be knee-length. The best outfit for women in the desert is a Caftan. Or any long dress, pants, shirts, and t-shirts. Jeans are also allowed but you might feel very uncomfortable in them when it's hot.

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Summer in Dubai - June to August Activities are best enjoyed in the early mornings and late evenings, and you'll find many attractions are quieter as summer in Dubai is considered to be the off-peak season.

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