Facts checked against live data · 12 Sept 2026

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United Arab Emirates in August: Weather, Crowds & What's On

What August is actually like in United Arab Emirates — average highs and lows, how much rain to expect, public holidays that fill trains and hotels, and verified places to go.

Average high
40°C
Average low
32°C
Rainfall
17mm

Where this month sits in the year

The 1st warmest month of United Arab Emirates's year. The 5th wettest month, at 11% of the year's rain.

Public holidays in August

Domestic travel peaks around these dates — book earlier and expect busier sights.

  • August 28 Mouloud
  • August 15 Mouloud (tentative)

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Climate figures are 10-year averages for Dubai, from NASA POWER; holidays from public calendars. Updated monthly.

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