Month guide · Dubai · United Arab Emirates
Dubai in September
What September is really like in Dubai: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Phil6007, CC BY-SA 4.0
Quick answer
September is a quieter month with trade-offs. Expect average highs of 39°C (102°F), lows of 27°C (81°F), about 0 rainy days and roughly 12.3 hours of daylight. Still very hot and humid, though evenings begin to ease late in the month.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 39°C (102°F) / 27°C (81°F)
- Rainy days
- About 0
- Daylight
- About 12.3 hours
- Sea temperature
- 32°C (90°F)
- Crowds
- Quiet
- Hotel prices
- Low
Weather in September
September is the 4th-warmest month in Dubai: days average 39°C (102°F) against a yearly average high of 34°C (93°F), and nights fall to about 27°C (81°F). Rain falls on roughly 0 of its 30 days. Compared with August (41°C (106°F)), September is cooler; by October highs drop to around 35°C (95°F).
- Sunrise (15 September)
- About 06:05
- Sunset (15 September)
- About 18:23
- Daylight
- About 12.3 hours
- Sea
- 32°C (90°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, September rates 2 for crowds (the peak is January at 5) and 2 for hotel prices (highest in January). That makes September one of the better-value months to book.
Events in September
September has no major recurring festival in Dubai, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in September
With intense heat, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
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
Museum · Sheikh Zayed Road
Museum of the Future
Opened in 2022, the torus-shaped building wrapped in Arabic calligraphy is one of the city's most photographed.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Architecture
- Kids
- Rainy day
- Iconic
Neighbourhood · Al Quoz
Alserkal Avenue
Visit on a weekday afternoon when most galleries are open, and have lunch at one of the avenue's cafés.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Art
- Free
- Off the beaten path
- Rainy day
Museum · Jumeirah
Etihad Museum
Beside Union House, where the rulers of the emirates signed the agreement founding the UAE on 2 December 1971, this museum's manuscript-shaped building tells the story of the country's creation through films, documents and personal belongings.
- Time needed
- 1.5 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- History
- Rainy day
- Architecture
The sea averages 32°C (90°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Dubai.
What to pack
For highs near 39°C, lows near 27°C and 0 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.
Is September a good time to visit Dubai?
A quieter month with trade-offs. If your dates are flexible, November–March are better overall. Compare every month.
Dubai in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is September a good time to visit Dubai?
It is a quieter month with trade-offs. Still very hot and humid, though evenings begin to ease late in the month.
+How warm is Dubai in September?
Average highs are around 39°C (102°F) and lows around 27°C (81°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Dubai in September?
Expect rain on about 0 days of the month, so it is usually dry.