01Weather
Dubai weather in September
Afternoons in September average 40.4 °C (105 °F) and nights cool to 31.0 °C (88 °F). The month brings about 0 mm (0.0 in) of rain spread over roughly 0 days. Compared with August it is 2.1 °C cooler; October is 4.1 °C cooler again.
What the averages hide
| In a typical September | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Warm afternoons (90th percentile) | 43 °C / 109 °F | one day in ten is at least this warm |
| Cool afternoons (10th percentile) | 38 °C / 100 °F | one day in ten stays below this |
| Cold nights (10th percentile) | 29 °C / 84 °F | one night in ten is colder than this |
| Days above 30 °C (86 °F) | 30.4 | per month, average 2016–2025 |
| Nights at or below 0 °C (32 °F) | 0.0 | frost mornings per month |
| Chance of rain on any given day | 0 % | at least 1 mm |
| Hottest / coldest September day 2016–2025 | 46.1 °C / 25.6 °C | extremes in the ten-year record |
02Daylight
Sunrise, sunset and the length of the day
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 September | 06:00 | 18:38 | 12.6 h |
| 15 September | 06:05 | 18:23 | 12.3 h |
| 30 September | 06:11 | 18:07 | 11.9 h |
Daylight shrinks by about 42 minutes over the month. Times are local (Asia/Dubai).
03Crowds
How busy Dubai is in September
moderate The main sights are moderate in September. What drives it:
- heat eases late in the month
- schools return
05Events
What's on in Dubai in September
No major recurring events fall in September.
07Packing
What to pack for Dubai in September
- light, breathable clothing
- sun hat and sunscreen
- refillable water bottle
- something for heat: 30 days a month pass 30 °C on average
08Editor's notes
What the numbers don't tell you
September remains very hot through the first three weeks, with afternoons around 39 °C, easing only at the end as humidity falls and the first pleasant evenings return for the Marina and the beach walks. Schools return in late August or early September, and rates begin to climb from the summer lows. The Summer Surprises sales end in the first days of the month.
Sea temperatures stay above 31 °C. The Global Village fair reopens in October, so September is the last indoor month. Business travel resumes, filling city hotels midweek. For visitors who want the summer rates with a chance of outdoor evenings, the last ten days of September are the compromise. October marks the return of outdoor life and the GITEX technology fair; see October.
09Compare
Dubai month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Sun h | Crowds | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25 °C | 17 °C | 1 | – | very busy | Good |
| February | 26 °C | 18 °C | 2 | – | very busy | Good |
| March | 30 °C | 21 °C | 1 | – | busy | Good |
| April | 34 °C | 25 °C | 1 | – | busy | Good |
| May | 39 °C | 28 °C | 0 | – | moderate | Good |
| June | 41 °C | 31 °C | 0 | – | quiet | Good |
| July | 42 °C | 34 °C | 0 | – | quiet | Good |
| August | 42 °C | 33 °C | 0 | – | quiet | Good |
| September | 40 °C | 31 °C | 0 | – | moderate | Good |
| October | 36 °C | 28 °C | 0 | – | busy | Good |
| November | 32 °C | 23 °C | 1 | – | very busy | Mixed |
| December | 27 °C | 20 °C | 2 | – | very busy | Good |
Not sure about September? See the best time to visit Dubai.
10Elsewhere
September in nearby cities
| City | High | Rain days |
|---|---|---|
| Budapest in September | 24 °C | 10 |
| Rome in September | 28 °C | 6 |
| Venice in September | 24 °C | 7 |
| Prague in September | 21 °C | 8 |
| Copenhagen in September | 18 °C | – |
| Bangkok in September | 33 °C | 24 |
11FAQ
Dubai in September: your questions
Is September a good time to visit Dubai?
September is a good month to visit Dubai. Daytime highs average 40 °C (105 °F), rain falls on about 0 days, and hotel arrivals run above the yearly average, so the main sights are moderate.
What is the weather like in Dubai in September?
Expect hot days around 40 °C (105 °F) and nights near 31 °C (88 °F). One September in ten brings afternoons above 43 °C, and one in ten stays below 38 °C.
Does it rain a lot in Dubai in September?
September brings about 0 mm (0.0 in) of rain over roughly 0 days, which is dry by Dubai standards. On any given day the chance of at least 1 mm of rain is 0 percent.
What should I wear in Dubai in September?
Pack light, breathable clothing, sun hat and sunscreen, refillable water bottle.
Is Dubai crowded in September?
The main sights are moderate in September. Main drivers: heat eases late in the month; schools return.
What time does it get dark in Dubai in September?
Around the middle of September the sun sets at about 18:23 and rises at 06:05, giving 12.3 hours of daylight.