What is the best time to go to the beach in Dubai?

The best time to visit Dubai for a beach vacation is during the winter months, which fall between November and April. Dubai has a desert climate, which means it can get extremely hot during the summer months, with temperatures often exceeding 40°C (104°F) and high humidity levels.



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Enjoying the beach (April) With average temperatures of 26°C and sea temperatures of 25°C, April is the ideal month for those who love everything related to sun, sea and surf.

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At midnight or even 4 a.m. on any given day, the beach in Umm Suqeim — an upscale neighborhood on Dubai's coast — is busy. It is the favorite of several locations that the Dubai municipality has designated as “night beaches,” where swimming is allowed 24 hours a day and spotlights illuminate the water.

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Dubai Public Beaches The best part about them is that most of them offer free entry, and are often lined with shops, cafes, restaurants, food trucks even to keep families entertained.

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Jumeirah Public Beach can be reached from Jumeirah Road and is open from 7 a.m. to 11 or 11:30 p.m., depending on the day. Access to the beach is free, but you'll have to fork over a few dirhams to access the park. Before you hit the sand, make sure you're armed with bottled water and sunscreen.

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Splashing around when the sun goes down. In Dubai, where oppressive heat is the norm, some beaches allow visitors to swim 24 hours a day. Each year, as the suffocating heat of summer creeps in, Dubai's beaches gradually grow emptier.

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There is a lower risk for sunburn: Anytime the sun is out, you're at risk for sunburn. That said, the sun's rays do not peak until 10 a.m., so early-morning swims are an excellent way to minimize your chances of getting burned. Remember to wear a broad-spectrum, high-SPF sunscreen, even in the morning.

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Can you walk to the beach from Dubai Marina? Yes, Dubai Marina is located close to Jumeirah Beach, and the beach distance between the two points is 15 km while the road distance is 18.7 km.

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Jumeirah beach is one of the best public beaches in Dubai, It is very long and has several options for food and beverages. It is a relatively crowded beach but still has a relaxing vibe. It is one of the best places to be around sunset and golden hours. Beaches in Dubai are neat and clean.

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Tourists are permitted to drink in licensed restaurants, hotels and bars attached to licensed hotels. It is unacceptable and punishable to drink in public places—even beaches. Dubai is incredibly strict about public drunkenness and has zero tolerance for drinking and driving.

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Frequently Asked Questions About What to Wear in Dubai Answered. Can women wear shorts in Dubai? Yes, women can wear shorts in Dubai as long as they are not too short.

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It's perfectly acceptable to wear swimming trunks, bikinis or one piece swimsuits on the beach or by the hotel pool; but it's disrespectful to walk the streets in a bikini or in shorts and a bikini top. Gentlemen may admirably fill out their Speedos but keep them for the beach too.

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The best time to visit Dubai is in September and April, when it's sunny but not too hot. While much of the Northern Hemisphere is wrapped up for winter during this period, the city continues to offer bright skies and balmy temperatures. Temperatures soar from May to August, so hotel prices drop and crowds disperse.

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If you're interested in planning a Dubai itinerary, then staying about five days is the best amount of time to visit all of the tourist hotspots in this illustrious Middle Eastern gem. From luxury to style to architecture, Dubai really has it all—including the tallest building in the whole world: the Burj Khalifa.

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