Month guide · Dubai · United Arab Emirates
Dubai in March
What March is really like in Dubai: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Dayneferrera, CC BY-SA 4.0
Quick answer
March is one of the best months to visit Dubai. Expect average highs of 29°C (84°F), lows of 18°C (64°F), about 2 rainy days and roughly 11.9 hours of daylight. Warm and sunny with the sea warming up; still comfortable for outdoor sightseeing.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 29°C (84°F) / 18°C (64°F)
- Rainy days
- About 2
- Daylight
- About 11.9 hours
- Sea temperature
- 23°C (73°F)
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in March
March is the 9th-warmest month in Dubai: days average 29°C (84°F) against a yearly average high of 34°C (93°F), and nights fall to about 18°C (64°F). Rain falls on roughly 2 of its 31 days. Compared with February (26°C (79°F)), March is warmer; by April highs climb to around 33°C (91°F).
- Sunrise (15 March)
- About 06:28
- Sunset (15 March)
- About 18:28
- Daylight
- About 11.9 hours
- Sea
- 23°C (73°F)
Spring (March–May). Pleasant in March, hot by May; the sea warms up, crowds thin after Easter and hotel prices begin to fall.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, March rates 4 for crowds (the peak is January at 5) and 4 for hotel prices (highest in January). Book accommodation early: March is one of the pricier months.
Events in March
- Dubai World Cup horse race at Meydan (usually late March or early April)
- Art Dubai fair (usually March or April)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in March
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Museum · Sheikh Zayed Road
Museum of the Future
Book a morning slot and photograph the exterior from the Emirates Towers side of Sheikh Zayed Road.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Architecture
- Kids
- Rainy day
- Iconic
Landmark · Umm Suqeim
Burj Al Arab
Shaped like a billowing sail on its own island, the Burj Al Arab is one of Dubai's best-known landmarks.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- Iconic
- Free
- Photo spot
- Architecture
Experience · Downtown Dubai
Dubai Mall
Go on a weekday morning, and use the air-conditioned walkway from Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall Metro station.
- Time needed
- 2–4 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Shopping
- Kids
- Rainy day
- Free
- Food
Historic site · Bur Dubai
Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood
Also known as Al Bastakiya, this maze of restored sand-coloured houses with wind towers — an early form of air-conditioning — was built by pearl and textile merchants.
- Time needed
- 1.5–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- History
- Architecture
- Photo spot
The sea averages 23°C (73°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Dubai.
What to pack
For highs near 29°C, lows near 18°C and 2 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.
Is March a good time to visit Dubai?
One of the best months to visit Dubai, with 2 notable events on the calendar. The other best months are November–February. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is March a good time to visit Dubai?
It is one of the best months to visit Dubai. Warm and sunny with the sea warming up; still comfortable for outdoor sightseeing.
+How warm is Dubai in March?
Average highs are around 29°C (84°F) and lows around 18°C (64°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Dubai in March?
Expect rain on about 2 days of the month, so it is usually dry.