Dubai in November: weather and what to expect
- Beach weather
- Desert evenings
- Outdoor season
- Mild nights
November is the first month of the high season: the city fills up week by week towards December.
- Avg. high
- 31 °C88 °F
- Avg. low
- 23 °C73 °F
- Avg. high, early → late November
- 33 → 29 °C91 → 84 °F
- Sea
- 29 °C84 °F
- Rain
- Rare
- Humidity
- 66% morning, 44% afternoon
- Daylight
- 10 h 53 min
- Sunset
- 17:28–17:38
Is November a good time to visit Dubai?
Yes. Keep the beach and the desert for the morning and late afternoon, and indoor sights for the middle of the day. The sea is still warm from the summer, so it is better than March for swimming.
Weather in November
Near the coast, mornings and evenings feel stickier and hotter than the thermometer says.
Good to know
- Rain is rare, but a heavy shower can flood roads and slow traffic. Check the forecast and allow extra travel time.
Sea and beaches
WarmComfortable for hours, but not refreshing in the midday sun.
What to wear in November
- Light, breathable clothes in cotton or linen.
- A hat, sunglasses and high-SPF sunscreen.
- A light layer for air-conditioned malls and the metro, and for an evening in the desert.
Dress code all year
- In malls and other public places, cover shoulders and knees; many entrances show a dress-code sign.
- Swimwear is for beaches and pools only; cover up when you leave them.
- To visit a mosque, cover arms and legs; women also cover their hair. Some mosques lend suitable clothing.
- During Ramadan, dress a little more modestly in public.
What happens in November
- Prices rise towards December; book early for late November.
Views and sunset
The air is usually clear, and from the observation decks you can see far along the coast and into the desert.
For sunset at the top of Burj Khalifa, book an entry around 15:30, about two hours before sunset in the middle of the month.
Sunset times at At the Top →What to do in November
Places that suit this month’s weather:
Questions about Dubai in November
Is November better than December for a holiday in Dubai?
November is warmer, with a noticeably warmer sea; December is a little cooler and busier around the holidays.
Months with similar weather: March
Averages for 2006–2025: air at Dubai International Airport (NOAA GHCNh), sea off Jumeirah (NOAA OISST). Individual days can differ. Nights are about 2 °C warmer than in the official 1991–2020 averages; daytime highs match.