☀️ Yes! Average temperature: 22°C
It's mild at 22°C — warm enough for sightseeing but you may want a light layer for evenings. Dubai in December has an average air temperature of 22°C with sea temperatures around 24°C. You can expect 8 hours of sunshine per day and 10mm of rainfall, which means virtually no rain — bone-dry conditions.
Sea temperatures of 24°C are very comfortable for swimming and water sports. With 8 hours of daily sunshine, there's plenty of time to enjoy outdoor activities. Pack light layers, a jumper for evenings, comfortable walking shoes, and a rain jacket.
Dubai offers mild weather in December — great for culture and sightseeing. The average flight time from the UK is comfortable and there are usually good deals available for this time of year.
Here's how Dubai stacks up against similar destinations in December:
| Destination | Air °C | Sea °C | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dubai | 22°C | 24°C | 10mm | 8h |
| Hurghada | 22°C | 23°C | 1mm | 8h |
| Agadir | 21°C | 18°C | 30mm | 7h |
| Gran Canaria | 21°C | 21°C | 30mm | 6h |
| Oman | 23°C | 25°C | 10mm | 8h |
| Sharm El Sheikh | 21°C | 23°C | 2mm | 8h |
See how Dubai's temperature changes throughout the year:
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Yes, Dubai in December has average temperatures of 22°C, making it a warm destination. Sea temperatures are 24°C.
Yes, the sea temperature of 24°C is very comfortable for swimming.
Pack light layers, a jumper for evenings, comfortable walking shoes, and a rain jacket.
December is decent for visiting Dubai — not too hot, good for sightseeing.
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