October · Autumn · Arid — dry and sunny, with big day-to-night temperature swings.
What to pack for Dubai in October
Pleasant, sunny winters and extremely hot, humid summers. Rain is rare.
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Climate at a glance · October
- Avg high
- 36°C · 96°F
- Avg low
- 27°C · 80°F
- Rain days
- 0
- Daylight
- 11h 45m
Pack for Dubai in October
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Local quirks & hazards
- Summer heat above 40°C with high humidity.
- Icy air-conditioning in malls and metro.
- Desert sand and strong sun on excursions.
Dress & culture in Dubai
- Cover shoulders and knees in malls and souks; women cover hair at mosques.
- Swimwear only at beaches and pools.
Leave at home
- Revealing outfits for public spaces.
Dubai month by month
Average high / low and rainy days. Helpful for planning a trip outside this month.
| Month | High | Low | Rain days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 25°C · 76°F | 16°C · 61°F | 1 |
| Feb | 26°C · 79°F | 18°C · 64°F | 2 |
| Mar | 29°C · 84°F | 20°C · 68°F | 2 |
| Apr | 34°C · 92°F | 24°C · 75°F | 1 |
| May | 38°C · 100°F | 28°C · 82°F | 0 |
| Jun | 40°C · 104°F | 30°C · 86°F | 0 |
| Jul | 42°C · 107°F | 33°C · 91°F | 0 |
| Aug | 42°C · 107°F | 32°C · 90°F | 0 |
| Sep | 40°C · 103°F | 30°C · 86°F | 0 |
| Oct | 36°C · 96°F | 27°C · 80°F | 0 |
| Nov | 31°C · 87°F | 22°C · 72°F | 1 |
| Dec | 26°C · 79°F | 18°C · 65°F | 1 |