What February feels like in Dubai
February is late winter in Dubai, although winter here means warm days rather than cold ones. Warm daytime weather invites long lunches outside and evening strolls. After sunset it cools off noticeably — nights stay mild. Some humidity hangs in the air, noticeable when the sun is strong.
Rain in Dubai in February
Rain is rare in February — most weeks pass without a wet day. Wet days average about 5.7 mm (0.2 in), enough to soak you without an umbrella. That is lighter than the city's yearly norm of about 8 mm per rainy day. It is among the three wettest months of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in February
On 15 February the sun rises at about 6:54 am and sets around 6:12 pm local time, giving 11 h 18 min of daylight. The days are stretching out — 34 min more daylight than mid-January. Measured sunshine covers about 91% of the daylight — skies are mostly clear.
How February compares to the rest of the year
February is the 3rd coolest month of the year in Dubai. Compared with January, afternoons are 2°C (3.6°F) warmer, with 7 mm less rain. The warm-up continues into March. The next month's average high: 29.9°C (85.8°F).
Who February suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — the weather rarely gets in the way of a city walk.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — afternoons are too warm to linger outside.
- Beach: a good fit — warm and mostly dry on the coast.
Tips for visiting Dubai in February
Versatile Layers
Pack pieces you can take off by noon and put back on at dusk.
Sunglasses
Bright days make sunglasses worth packing.
Quick questions
How warm is Dubai in February?
Afternoons average 26.2°C (79.2°F) and nights about 15°C (59°F) — warm by most people's standards. It is the 3rd coolest month of the year.
Does it rain a lot in Dubai in February?
Hardly — only about 2 rainy days and 11 mm for the whole month.
What should I wear in Dubai in February?
Pack versatile layers and sunglasses. Bring something extra for the cooler evenings.
Is February or March better for visiting Dubai?
On our 12-month climate ranking, February comes out ahead (#2 of 12 vs #5). March is warmer.