May Weather in Dubai

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 32°C (90°F). Highs can soar to 43°C (110°F), while lows may dip to 23°C (73°F). Typically, the humidity level in Dubai throughout May hovers around 42%.

23°C (73°F)

Minimum temperature

32°C (90°F)

Average temperature

43°C (110°F)

Maximum temperature

42%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In May, Dubai averages 2 mm (0.1 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 0 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 21 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 12 hours 4 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 92% probability of sunny days during this period.

2 mm (0.1 inches)

Precipitation

0 rainy days

Rainy days

12 hours 4 minutes

Sunshine hours

92%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In May, the UV Index in Dubai reaches a maximum of 12, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 3 6 8 11 12 11 9 6 4 2 1 0
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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