Weather
Average highs sit around 25°C with lows near 16°C. It is one of the drier months — pack light.
Crowds & demand
Crowd levels are High for Dubai — the biggest crowds of the year.
Prices & value
Prices run high season this month: premium prices.
Events & what’s on
Look out for Dubai Shopping Festival, UAE National Day while you’re there.
- Dubai Shopping Festival — Citywide discounts, fireworks and entertainment fill six weeks of deals.
- UAE National Day — Fireworks and flag displays mark the union of the Emirates.
The verdict
December is one of the best times to visit Dubai. Expect 25° / 16°, the biggest crowds of the year and premium prices.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated July 2026
