City in United Arab Emirates

Current Local Time in Dubai

Current local time and time zone in Dubai, with UTC offset and daylight saving details.

☀️ 87°F now🕔 7:55 AM local📅 Best: January, February, April, May, November and December👥 3.6 million

Current local time in Dubai

7:55 AM
Friday, October 2, 2026
Time zoneAsia/Dubai
UTC offsetUTC+04:00
UTC now3:55 AM
Sunrise6:11 AM
Sunset6:04 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise6:11 AM
Sunset6:04 PM
Daylight11h 53m
Solar noon12:07 PM
Golden hour (am)6:11 AM - 7:11 AM
Golden hour (pm)5:04 PM - 6:04 PM
Blue hour (am)5:41 AM - 6:11 AM
Blue hour (pm)6:04 PM - 6:34 PM
Moon phase🌖 Waning gibbous · 69%
Moonrise10:25 PM
Moonset12:05 PM

Golden and blue hour are the standard photographic approximation around sunrise and sunset.

Quick facts about Dubai

TypeCity
CountryUnited Arab Emirates
ContinentAsia
Coordinates25°12′17.3″N 55°16′14.9″E (25.2048, 55.2708)
Population3.600.000
Known forBurj Khalifa, desert safaris and malls
Local time7:55 AM (UTC+04:00)
Best monthsJanuary, February, April, May, November and December
ClimateHot and arid

Local time by attraction in Dubai

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Local time by airport in Dubai

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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 87°F (30°C) in Dubai with clear sky. It feels like 96°F. Today runs from 84°F to 102°F. Chance of precipitation is 14%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.4/10 - good conditions.

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 slightly warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 102°F is 6.8°F above the 96°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 8 AM to 11 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. swimming is the strongest bet in Dubai today at 9.5/10. 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.

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Coordinates: 25°12′17.3″N 55°16′14.9″E (25.2048, 55.2708)

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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 87°F (30°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 77% and wind is 9 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 7:55 AM.

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 dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
MethodScores, 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 October 2, 2026 at 7:55 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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