Geography of Dubai
Geography of Dubai: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Dubai
Zayed International Airport is 66 mi to the south-west, Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is 74 mi to the south-west, Abu Dhabi is 76 mi to the south-west and Oman is 225 mi to the south-east.
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Coordinates: 25°12′17.3″N 55°16′14.9″E (25.2048, 55.2708)
Quick facts about Dubai
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| Country | United Arab Emirates |
| Continent | Asia |
| Coordinates | 25°12′17.3″N 55°16′14.9″E (25.2048, 55.2708) |
| Population | 3.600.000 |
| Known for | Burj Khalifa, desert safaris and malls |
| Local time | 5:18 PM (UTC+04:00) |
| Best months | January, February, April, May, November and December |
| Climate | Hot and arid |
Geography by attraction in Dubai
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Geography by airport in Dubai
1 airports mapped in this atlas
Summary
Dubai is a city in United Arab Emirates. Dubai is known for Burj Khalifa, desert safaris and malls. It has a population of about 3.6 million.
Right now it is 89°F (32°C) in Dubai with partly cloudy. It feels like 97°F. Today runs from 88°F to 108°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.8/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Dubai is January, February, April, May, November and December. The climate is hot and arid. March, July and August tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 107°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 61°F.
The closest major airport is Dubai International Airport (DXB), about 7 mi away. Nearby highlights include Burj Khalifa and Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 108°F is in line with the 107°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. driving is the strongest bet in Dubai today at 9.7/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Dubai month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76° | 61° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| February | 78° | 64° | 1,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 83° | 68° | 4,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 89° | 72° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 98° | 79° | 0,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 102° | 84° | 0,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 105° | 88° | 0,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 107° | 89° | 0,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 103° | 84° | 0,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 96° | 79° | 0,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 88° | 71° | 0,3 in | ★★★★★ |
| December | 80° | 64° | 0,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Hot and arid. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Dubai?
Dubai is a city in United Arab Emirates. Its coordinates are 25.2048, 55.2708. It lies in Asia.
What is the weather like in Dubai right now?
It is currently 89°F (32°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 63% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Dubai?
January, February, April, May, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Dubai, which has a hot and arid climate. March, July and August are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Dubai in?
Dubai observes Asia/Dubai (UTC+04:00). The local time is 5:18 PM.
How many people live in Dubai?
Dubai has a population of approximately 3.6 million.
What is the nearest airport to Dubai?
The closest airports are Dubai International Airport (DXB), 7 mi away, Zayed International Airport (AUH), 66 mi away and Hamad International Airport (DOH), 229 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Dubai?
Popular options include Burj Khalifa and Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque.
What places are in Dubai?
Dubai covers 2 places in this atlas, including Burj Khalifa and Dubai International Airport.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 23, 2026 at 5:18 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
