Dubai weather in May (Dubai Emirate, United Arab Emirates)

How is the weather in Dubai in May? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In May, Dubai typically experiences temperatures and rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around -, while night temperatures can drop to -. It's a notably cold month; make sure to wear layers to stay warm. It's wiser to gear up in advance than to be caught off-guard, trembling in the cold.

Dubai in May usually receives rainfall, averaging around - for the month. Typically around of rainfall is expected.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 350 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, typically offer the best circumstances. While tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Dubai climate page with graphs.

 

Dubai, monthly averages in May

HumidityHumidity 53% *  
SunshineSunshine 350 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Dubai, United Arab Emirates (9 KM, 5 Miles).

Where to go in United Arab Emirates in May

Find out more about the weather in United Arab Emirates in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Dubai in May?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
2/10
Walking
2/10
Camping
5/10
Outdoor sports
2/10

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