What to expect in Dubai in March
March is a strong choice for Dubai: 29° / 18°, with the biggest crowds of the year and prices close to the yearly average.
Dubai weather in March
Typical conditions in Dubai during March, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
| Average high | 29°C 84°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 18°C 64°F |
| Rainfall | Dry 8/100 |
| Total rainfall | 22 mm0.9 in |
| Rainy days | 4 |
| Sea temperature | 23°C 73°F |
| Daylight | 12 h 1 min |
| How it feels | Warm and comfortable |
Average highs sit around 29°C with lows near 18°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
This month counts as shoulder season: prices close to the yearly average.
What to pack
Light layers for 29°C days and something with sleeves for evenings, which cool to around 18°C. Rain gear is largely optional this month, which keeps your bag light.
What it costs
Costs in March sit around the yearly average for Dubai — neither a bargain nor a squeeze. Booking a few weeks out is usually enough. Compared with the most expensive month of the year, you are looking at roughly 22% less.
Who this month suits
- Travellers who want the most reliable weather
- Anyone travelling on a budget
- Visitors who want to catch a festival
Events & what’s on
Look out for Dubai World Cup while you’re there.
- Dubai World Cup — The world's richest horse race draws celebrities to Meydan.
Dubai in March compared with nearby months
If your dates are flexible by a few weeks, this is what shifting them actually buys you.
| Month | Temp | Crowds | Price | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24° / 14° | High | $$$ | 52 |
| February | 25° / 15° | High | $$$ | 54 |
| March · This month | 29° / 18° | High | $$ | 54 |
| April | 34° / 21° | Moderate | $$ | 57 |
| May | 39° / 25° | Low | $ | 59 |
These months score higher for Dubai on the same blend of weather, crowds and price. Same destination, better odds.
Or go somewhere else in March
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in March.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated October 2026
