Dubai · August
Run in the pre-dawn.
Average highs hit 106°F. August is the hottest stretch of the year. Dry month — only 1 measurable rain days on average. Heat builds fast after sunrise — the pre-dawn hour is the only reliably comfortable window.
Avg high / low
106° / 86°F
Humidity
54%
Rain days
1/mo
Wind
15 mph
What August feels like in Dubai
Sunrise
05:52
Mid-month average
Sunset
18:52
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Cool relative to the day's peak, but heat builds fast. By 10 AM you're already chasing comfort.
Midday
Heat peaks here. Skip unless you've got shade and pace tolerance.
Evening
Cools off after sunset but still warm. Good for easy efforts; avoid hard intervals if you're chasing pace.
What to wear running in Dubai in August
The kit for August in Dubai: light, breathable, and moisture-wicking — singlet or short-sleeve only, a wind-blocking layer for exposed routes.
August vs the surrounding months
vs July
0° avg high
0 rain days
Dubai in July →
August
106°F avg high
1 rain days
Best: pre-dawn
vs September
+4° avg high
0 rain days
Dubai in September →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Dubai in August?+
Pre-dawn. Heat builds fast after sunrise — the pre-dawn hour is the only reliably comfortable window.
What's the average temperature in Dubai in August?+
Average high 106°F, average low 86°F.
How does August compare to surrounding months in Dubai?+
Compared to July (avg high 106°F), August is cooler. Compared to September (avg high 103°F), August is warmer.
Does it rain often in Dubai in August?+
Expect about 1 measurable rain days in August, on average.