Month guide · Dubai · United Arab Emirates
Dubai in November
What November is really like in Dubai: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Norlando Pobre, CC BY 2.0
Quick answer
November is one of the best months to visit Dubai. Expect average highs of 30°C (86°F), lows of 19°C (66°F), about 1 rainy days and roughly 10.9 hours of daylight. Warm, sunny and comfortable — one of the best months, with outdoor events across the city.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 30°C (86°F) / 19°C (66°F)
- Rainy days
- About 1
- Daylight
- About 10.9 hours
- Sea temperature
- 27°C (81°F)
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in November
November is the 8th-warmest month in Dubai: days average 30°C (86°F) against a yearly average high of 34°C (93°F), and nights fall to about 19°C (66°F). Rain falls on roughly 1 of its 30 days. Compared with October (35°C (95°F)), November is cooler; by December highs drop to around 26°C (79°F).
- Sunrise (15 November)
- About 06:36
- Sunset (15 November)
- About 17:32
- Daylight
- About 10.9 hours
- Sea
- 27°C (81°F)
Autumn (September–November). Very hot in September, easing through October as Global Village and outdoor venues reopen; November is one of the best months.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, November rates 4 for crowds (the peak is January at 5) and 4 for hotel prices (highest in January). Book accommodation early: November is one of the pricier months.
Events in November
- Dubai Fitness Challenge and Dubai Run on Sheikh Zayed Road (usually November)
- Dubai Airshow (November in odd-numbered years)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in November
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 27°C (81°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Dubai.
What to pack
For highs near 30°C, lows near 19°C and 1 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.
Is November 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 December–March. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is November a good time to visit Dubai?
It is one of the best months to visit Dubai. Warm, sunny and comfortable — one of the best months, with outdoor events across the city.
+How warm is Dubai in November?
Average highs are around 30°C (86°F) and lows around 19°C (66°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Dubai in November?
Expect rain on about 1 days of the month, so it is usually dry.