February in Dubai averages highs of 25 °C (77 °F) and lows of 16 °C (61 °F), with about 2 rainy days and 11 h 17 min of daylight. The sea is pleasant for swimming, around 22 °C (71 °F).
February weather in Dubai at a glance
average high to low each dot ≈ 3 rainy days
Is February a good time to visit Dubai?
Great time to go: comfortably warm and fairly dry. February is usually high season in Dubai: book rooms early, as prices are typically at their highest.
Our rule: a month scores 2 points for comfortable average highs of 18–28 °C (1 point for 14–18 or 28–32 °C) and 2 points for 5 or fewer rainy days (1 point for 6–10). Average highs above 35 °C or below 8 °C make it a tough month whatever the rain. A rainy day here means 2 mm of rain or more. 4 points = great, 3 = good, 2 = mixed, 0–1 = tough.
Holidays and events in February 2026
- Ramadan runs from about 18 February to 19 March 2026. Daytime eating in public is less common and some places change their hours; evenings get lively after iftar. Sights stay open, sometimes with shorter hours. Ramadan
Banks and many shops close on public holidays, and museums may change their hours, so check before you go.
Things to do in Dubai in February
February's weather suits a mix of outdoor sights and museums, so the open-air ones come first.
- Al Fahidi and the creek abra — old Dubai, best in cooler hours outdoors
- Desert safari — late afternoon into evening outdoors
- Jumeirah and JBR beaches outdoors
- Burj Khalifa — book a sunset slot indoors
- Dubai Mall and the fountain shows — evenings indoors
- Museum of the Future — timed tickets indoors
- Beach and swimming — the sea averages 22 °C (71 °F) in February. outdoors
Where to stay: Downtown for the Burj Khalifa and metro; Dubai Marina or JBR for the beach; Deira for value and the creek.
What to pack for Dubai in February
- Light layers for the day.
- Swimwear.
- Clothes that cover shoulders and knees for mosques and temples.
- Comfortable walking shoes.
What a day in Dubai costs
| Budget traveller | Mid-range | |
|---|---|---|
| Typical total per person, per day | €70–160 | €200–450 |
Excluding flights. February is usually high season in Dubai: book rooms early, as prices are typically at their highest.
February in nearby cities
| City | High / low | Rainy days | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petra | 15° / 7° | 6 | Mixed weather |
| Tbilisi | 8° / -1° | 4 | Tough month |
| Cairo | 21° / 9° | 1 | Great time to go |
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FAQ
Is February a good time to visit Dubai?
By the numbers, February is a great time to go: comfortably warm and fairly dry, with average highs of 25 °C (77 °F) and about 2 rainy days. February is usually high season in Dubai: book rooms early, as prices are typically at their highest. The best months for weather are January, February, December.
How warm is Dubai in February?
Average highs are 25 °C (77 °F) and lows 16 °C (61 °F) (2015–2024 averages). The sea is pleasant for swimming, around 22 °C (71 °F).
Does it rain a lot in Dubai in February?
Very little: about 2 days with 2 mm of rain or more, about 15 mm in total.
Sources: climate averages from Open-Meteo historical weather (ERA5 reanalysis, 2015–2024); sea temperatures from the Open-Meteo marine API (2023–2024); public holidays from Nager.Date. Daylight is calculated for the 15th of the month. Averages are a guide, not a forecast. Costs are typical ranges per person per day, excluding flights.