Dubai · January
Run in the morning.
Comfortable average high of 75°F, dipping to 59°F at night. Comfortable conditions all day, but morning consistently delivers the best combination of cool air and clear skies.
Avg high / low
75° / 59°F
Humidity
66%
Rain days
4/mo
Wind
13 mph
What January feels like in Dubai
Sunrise
07:04
Mid-month average
Sunset
17:51
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Steady cool air, low wind, and good light. The standard runner window in most months.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Dubai in January
The kit for January in Dubai: shorts and a short-sleeve are the standard kit.
January vs the surrounding months
vs December
-4° avg high
+2 rain days
Dubai in December →
January
75°F avg high
4 rain days
Best: morning
vs February
-2° avg high
+1 rain days
Dubai in February →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Dubai in January?+
Morning. Comfortable conditions all day, but morning consistently delivers the best combination of cool air and clear skies.
What's the average temperature in Dubai in January?+
Average high 75°F, average low 59°F.
How does January compare to surrounding months in Dubai?+
Compared to December (avg high 79°F), January is cooler. Compared to February (avg high 77°F), January is cooler.
Does it rain often in Dubai in January?+
Expect about 4 measurable rain days in January, on average.