What November feels like in Dubai
Late autumn arrives in Dubai with November. Afternoons are hot, so sightseeing works best in the morning or evening. After sunset it cools off noticeably — nights stay warm. Some humidity hangs in the air, noticeable when the sun is strong.
Rain in Dubai in November
Rain is rare in November — most weeks pass without a wet day. Each rainy day adds about 4.6 mm (0.2 in), a proper wetting rather than a sprinkle. That is lighter than the city's yearly norm of about 8 mm per rainy day.
Daylight and sunshine in November
On 15 November the sun rises at about 6:36 am and sets around 5:32 pm local time, giving 10 h 56 min of daylight. Evenings are drawing in — 40 min less daylight than mid-October. About 91% of daylight hours are sunny; in short, skies are mostly clear.
How November compares to the rest of the year
In Dubai's temperature order, November sits as the 5th coolest month. Against October, the average high is 5.5°C (9.9°F) lower, with 3 mm more rain. The cooling trend carries on into December. By December, typical highs are 26.2°C (79.2°F).
Who November 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: less ideal — too many rainy days.
Tips for visiting Dubai in November
Versatile Layers
Mornings and evenings are cooler than midday, so dress in layers.
Sun Protection
Sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses; light breathable clothes.
Quick questions
How warm is Dubai in November?
Expect around 31°C (87.8°F) in the afternoon and 19.5°C (67.1°F) at night, which most visitors would call hot.
Does it rain a lot in Dubai in November?
Hardly — only about 1 rainy days and 5 mm for the whole month.
What should I wear in Dubai in November?
The numbers point to versatile layers and sun protection. Evenings feel similar to the day, so the same clothes work from morning to night.
Is November or December better for visiting Dubai?
On our 12-month climate ranking, December comes out ahead (#1 of 12 vs #4). December is cooler.