Your February weather guide
HotWeather in Dubai in February
February is a good time to visit Dubai if you want warm days without making intense heat the focus of your holiday. Average highs are around 26°C, with nights cooling to about 15°C, so pack for sunshine rather than constant heat. The main catch is the sea: at 21.3°C, it is bracing rather than comfortably warm. This month suits outdoor days and time by the water better than a holiday built around long sea swims.
Long-term climate averages for Dubai, not a forecast · 1991-2020
Dubai, month by month
Your snapshot
At a glance
The useful details for Dubai.
- Average daytime high
- 25.9°C
- 9 in 10 days stay below 31°C
- Average night-time low
- 14.6°C
- coldest 10% of nights: 11°C or lower
- Compared with London
- +18.0°C
- London averages 7.9°C in February
- Sea temperature
- 21.3°C
- year to year: 21°C to 22°C
- Sunshine per day (est.)
- 8.3h
- 74% of 11.2 h of daylight
- Rainy days (1 mm+)
- 2
- 13 mm over the month
- Humidity
- 62%
- Days over 25°C
- 57%
- 13% over 30°C
- Record high 1991-2020
- 37.1°C
- 2009-02-28
- Record low 1991-2020
- 6.4°C
- 2008-02-07
- Flight from London
- ≈ 7 h 36 min
- 5483 km, long-haul (estimate for a direct flight)
Records are observed extremes within 1991-2020, not typical holiday conditions. Warm-day percentages are shares of days, not day counts.
How February compares
February is the 11th warmest month of the year in Dubai and ranks 34th of 134 destinations we compare for February - see where else is hot in February. Within United Arab Emirates it is 1st of 2 (United Arab Emirates in February). Against London's average high of 7.9°C in February, Dubai is 18.0°C warmer by day and 12.6°C warmer at night.
Daytime and night-time in February
The typical February day in Dubai peaks at 25.9°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 30.6°C or more. About 57% of days top 25°C and 1 in 8 pass 30°C. Nights average 14.6°C; one night in ten drops to 10.8°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings - it is genuinely cool after dark. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest February day here reached 37.1°C (2009-02-28) and the coldest night 6.4°C (2008-02-07).
Rain in February
Dry (3 rainy days or fewer): about 2 days with 1 mm or more, 13 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest February was 1993 with 108 mm, the driest 1994 with 0 mm. Humidity averages 62%.
Sea temperature in February
The sea averages 21.3°C - bracing (18-22°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 20.5°C to 22.0°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (33.4°C).
Sunshine and daylight
Around 8.3 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 11.2 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 06:54 and sets about 18:12 local time in mid-February. Average cloud cover is 26%.
Is February a good time to visit Dubai?
Yes - it is one of the better months: hot days, little rain and long sunny days. The best months for Dubai on our scoring are November, December, February; months averaging 25°C or more: Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec.
Warm afternoons, with a reason to pack layers
February sits towards the cooler end of Dubai's year, but that still means proper warmth for a UK traveller. Days reach 25°C on 57% of occasions, while 13% reach 30°C, so the average does not promise the same conditions every afternoon. Lightweight clothes make sense during the day, with shade breaks if midday feels hot. Bring a jumper or light jacket for evenings rather than relying entirely on summer clothing: the coldest 10% of nights fall to 10.8°C or below. February is a good fit if you enjoy being outside in warm weather but prefer the day to cool down once the sun has gone.
Plenty of sunshine, but cooler water
Expect a generally dry month, with about 8.3 hours of sunshine within 11.2 hours of daylight. That gives you plenty of scope for outdoor plans without needing to organise everything around the hottest part of the day. Rain is possible, but about 2 rainy days means it is less of a planning concern than deciding how much time you want in the water. Sea temperatures range from 20°C to 22°C between years, so swimming comfort depends on your tolerance for cooler water. Pack swimwear, sunscreen and a light layer for after a dip. Choose February for sunshine and manageable warmth, not for reliably warm sea bathing.
A little perspective
Dubai through the year
February is highlighted. See how it compares with the rest of the year.
| Month | Day | Night | Sea | Sun/day | Rain mm | Rainy days | Days 25°C+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24.0°C | 13.7°C | 22.0°C | 7.3 | 17 | 2 | 36% |
| FebruarySelectedbest | 25.9°C | 14.6°C | 21.3°C | 8.3 | 13 | 2 | 57% |
| March | 29.2°C | 16.9°C | 22.6°C | 8.3 | 17 | 2 | 84% |
| April | 34.4°C | 20.3°C | 25.3°C | 9.4 | 5 | 1 | 98% |
| May | 39.2°C | 24.0°C | 28.9°C | 11.7 | 0 | 0 | 100% |
| June | 41.4°C | 26.2°C | 31.7°C | 12.8 | 0 | 0 | 100% |
| July | 42.4°C | 28.8°C | 33.0°C | 10.9 | 3 | 0 | 100% |
| August | 42.6°C | 29.1°C | 33.4°C | 10.8 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| September | 40.3°C | 26.3°C | 32.8°C | 11.3 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| October | 36.4°C | 22.9°C | 31.0°C | 10.5 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Novemberbest | 30.7°C | 19.0°C | 27.9°C | 9.0 | 3 | 1 | 99% |
| Decemberbest | 26.2°C | 15.5°C | 24.4°C | 7.8 | 7 | 1 | 68% |
Day = average daytime high, night = average night-time low, 1991-2020.Sun is hours per day; rainy days count 1 mm or more.
Day, night and sea
Monthly average temperatures, 1991-2020
- Day
- Night
- Sea
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A little more detail
Dubai in February FAQs
Plain answers, grounded in the averages.
Is Dubai hot in February?
Dubai is hot in February: the average daytime high is 25.9°C and nights average 14.6°C. About 57% of February days reach 25°C or more.
Can you swim in the sea in Dubai in February?
The sea around Dubai averages 21.3°C in February, which is bracing - fine for a quick dip, cool for long swims. Between 1991 and 2020 it ranged from 21°C to 22°C depending on the year.
How much does it rain in Dubai in February?
Dubai sees about 2 rainy days (1 mm or more) and 13 mm of rain in a typical February. The wettest February between 1991 and 2020 was 1993 (108 mm) and the driest was 1994 (0 mm).
How sunny is Dubai in February?
Dubai gets around 8.3 hours of sunshine a day in February out of 11.2 hours of daylight (estimated from average cloud cover).
How does Dubai compare with the UK in February?
Dubai is on average 18.0°C warmer than London by day in February (25.9°C against 7.9°C).
What is the hottest February on record in Dubai?
Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest February day in Dubai reached 37.1°C on 2009-02-28, and the coldest night dropped to 6.4°C on 2008-02-07.
How much warmer is Dubai than London in February?
Dubai's average daytime high is 25.9°C, compared with London's 7.9°C - a difference of 18°C. That is a substantial change for a winter trip, though Dubai's cooler nights mean you should still bring a light layer.
Is February among the best months to visit Dubai?
Yes. February sits alongside November and December among the best months here. Its appeal is the combination of warm daytime weather and little rain. The trade-off is bracing seawater and evenings that can call for a jumper.
Does the weather justify the flight for a short break?
The warmth and sunshine make a strong case, but the London flight takes about 7 h 36 min, so this is a long-haul trip. For a short stay, weigh that travel time against how much you want warm outdoor days.
About these averages
ERA5-Land climate reanalysis via Open-Meteo (11 km grid) and NOAA Coral Reef Watch 5 km sea temperatures, 1991-2020
Averages computed from daily values at Dubai. Sea temperature from the nearest 5 km sea cell, 10 km from that point. Sunshine hours are estimated from average cloud cover.Records are the highest and lowest daily values in that 30-year period, not all-time records. These are climate averages, not a forecast for your trip. How we measure holiday weather
- Hot · 25°C+
- Warm · 20°C to below 25°C
- Mild · 15°C to below 20°C
- Cool · below 15°C