United Arab EmiratesAverage weather for Dubai in January
It's warm in January in Dubai with an average temperature of 25°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 24°C to a high of 27°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 17°C and 19°C.
Start of January
The month of January starts in Dubai with warm temps, averaging around 26°C during the day and nights around 19°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry.
With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps drop to around 25°C, with nights around 18°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Dubai is around 25°C, while nighttime temps are about 18°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Dubai is 26°C this month. Lovely temperature for a swim.
In January, there is an average of 15 mm of precipitation, spread over 3 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Dubai in January |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
25°C | 5°C | |
 Max. temperature |
27°C | 11°C | |
| Min. temperature |
24°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
15 mm | 97 mm | |
| Rainy days |
3 days | 12 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is January a good time to visit Dubai?
Looking for great weather? January is a good time to be in Dubai. The temperatures are nice, and there’s little chance of rain this month.
Temperature records
With 30°C in 2020, Dubai reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 18°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 12°C to a highest value of 22°C.
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Daily Temperature in January in Dubai
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in January for Dubai, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in January in Dubai
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Dubai, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect about 3 days of precipitation in Dubai.
Daily UV index in January in Dubai
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Dubai, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in January in Dubai over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Dubai, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in January in Dubai over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Dubai, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in January for Dubai
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Dubai. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average weather in Dubai by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Dubai. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
