AI-generatedJebel Ali at a glance
- Best time
- Dec – Mar
- Warmest month
- Aug · 42°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 33.6°
- Sunshine a year
- 3,530 h
- Rain a year
- 64 mm
- Climate
- Hot desert
- Time zone
- UTC+4
- Elevation
- 5 m
Climate in Jebel Ali
Jebel Ali has a hot desert climate with sunshine almost every day and hardly any rain. August is the warmest month with average highs of 42 °C, while January is the coolest at 25 °C. With around 3,530 hours of sunshine a year, Jebel Ali is very sunny; June is the sunniest month with 11.2 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Jebel Ali
The best time to visit Jebel Ali is from December to March. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go all year round. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from December to February. From April to October it can get very hot, with highs of up to 42 °C. Rain is a rarity all year: only 64 mm fall in an average year.
Jebel Ali through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Jebel Ali in spring
Mar – May
Good
- 29–38 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 10.1 h of sun a day
- 3 rainy days in all
Jebel Ali in summer
Jun – Aug
Fair
- 40–42 °C by day
- Sea 33 °C
- 10.8 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day in all
Jebel Ali in autumn
Sep – Nov
Fair
- 31–40 °C by day
- Sea 31 °C
- 9.5 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day in all
Jebel Ali in winter
Dec – Feb
Excellent
- 25–27 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 8.3 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
All year
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Dec – Feb
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Peak heat
Apr – Oct
Highs of 33 °C or more
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Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Fair
Best time to visit: December – March
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forBeach & swimming
Keep in mindPeak heat
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 29°
- Midday, 13:00: about 36°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 35°
- Evening, 20:00: about 30°
- Night, 23:00: about 28°
06:1717:53
Warm enough for a T-shirt in the evening.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 06:03–06:48 · evening 17:23–18:08
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:54–06:03 · evening 18:08–18:16
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Jebel Ali compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 38° at the start of the month to 33° at the end. The sea cools from 32° to 30°. The days get 0.7 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 38° | 33° |
| Night-time low | 26° | 23° |
| Sea | 32° | 30° |
| Daylight | 11.9 h | 11.3 h |
What is the weather like in Jebel Ali in October?
In October, Jebel Ali is very hot: daytime highs average 36 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 31.4 °C – almost as warm as a bath. With around 9.6 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Jebel Ali.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 37 min06:17 – 17:53
- UV index
- 8 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 23 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 20 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 8 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 31 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+4offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %0 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %100 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %100 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “City break”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Water bottle – drink plenty
- Insect repellent
Compare two months in Jebel Ali
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February has the better holiday weather in Jebel Ali: score 99 against 50. In February, days are 10 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 10 °C cooler in February. February has one more rainy day. The sun shines an hour less a day in February.
| Month | October | February |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 50 | 99better |
| Daytime high | 36° | 26° |
| Night-time low | 25° | 16° |
| Sea | 31.4° | 21.7° |
| Sunshine | 9.6 hbetter | 8.7 h |
| Rainy days | 0better | 1 |
| Rainfall | 1 mm | 8 mm |
| Muggy days | 23 | 0better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Jebel Ali month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
97January25° · Sea 22° · 8.0 h
In January, Jebel Ali is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 22.4 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 8.0 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 14 mm in total. All in all, January is an excellent month for a holiday in Jebel Ali.
Jebel Ali in January99February26° · Sea 22° · 8.7 h
In February, Jebel Ali is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 21.7 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 8.7 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, February is an excellent month for a holiday in Jebel Ali.
Jebel Ali in February88March29° · Sea 23° · 9.0 h
In March, Jebel Ali is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 22.9 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 9.0 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 12 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, March is an excellent month for a holiday in Jebel Ali.
Jebel Ali in March58April34° · Sea 26° · 10.3 h
In April, Jebel Ali is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 25.6 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10.3 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 25 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, April is a so-so month for a holiday in Jebel Ali.
Jebel Ali in April50May38° · Sea 29° · 11.1 h
In May, Jebel Ali is very hot: daytime highs average 38 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 29.0 °C – almost as warm as a bath. With around 11.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, May is a so-so month for a holiday in Jebel Ali.
Jebel Ali in May50June40° · Sea 32° · 11.2 h
In June, Jebel Ali is very hot: daytime highs average 40 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 28 °C. The sea averages 31.8 °C – almost as warm as a bath. With around 11.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is a so-so month for a holiday in Jebel Ali.
Jebel Ali in June50July42° · Sea 33° · 10.8 h
In July, Jebel Ali is very hot: daytime highs average 42 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 31 °C. The sea averages 33.3 °C – almost as warm as a bath. With around 10.8 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is a so-so month for a holiday in Jebel Ali.
Jebel Ali in July50August42° · Sea 34° · 10.5 h
In August, Jebel Ali is very hot: daytime highs average 42 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 31 °C. The sea averages 33.6 °C – almost as warm as a bath. With around 10.5 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is a so-so month for a holiday in Jebel Ali.
Jebel Ali in August50September40° · Sea 33° · 10.0 h
In September, Jebel Ali is very hot: daytime highs average 40 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 28 °C. The sea averages 32.9 °C – almost as warm as a bath. With around 10.0 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is a so-so month for a holiday in Jebel Ali.
Jebel Ali in September50October36° · Sea 31° · 9.6 h
In October, Jebel Ali is very hot: daytime highs average 36 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 31.4 °C – almost as warm as a bath. With around 9.6 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Jebel Ali.
Jebel Ali in October75November31° · Sea 29° · 8.8 h
In November, Jebel Ali is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 28.5 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.8 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 20 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, November is a good month for a holiday in Jebel Ali.
Jebel Ali in November97December27° · Sea 25° · 8.1 h
In December, Jebel Ali is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 25.0 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.1 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, December is an excellent month for a holiday in Jebel Ali.
Jebel Ali in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Jebel Ali
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Pleasant 15–20°
- Warm 20–24°
- Hot 24° and more
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
HotOctober: nights around 25°. Hot nights: air conditioning makes sleeping much easier. Muggy on about 23 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (15°), the warmest in August (31°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from April to November; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from December to March. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 168 days a year, mostly from May to October.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 97 | 25° | 15° | 22.4° | 8.0 h | 2 | 14 |
| FebruaryFeb | 99 | 26° | 16° | 21.7° | 8.7 h | 1 | 8 |
| MarchMar | 88 | 29° | 18° | 22.9° | 9.0 h | 2 | 19 |
| AprilApr | 58 | 34° | 22° | 25.6° | 10.3 h | 1 | 8 |
| MayMay | 50 | 38° | 26° | 29.0° | 11.1 h | 0 | 1 |
| JuneJun | 50 | 40° | 28° | 31.8° | 11.2 h | 0 | 0 |
| JulyJul | 50 | 42° | 31° | 33.3° | 10.8 h | 0 | 1 |
| AugustAug | 50 | 42° | 31° | 33.6° | 10.5 h | 1 | 1 |
| SeptemberSep | 50 | 40° | 28° | 32.9° | 10.0 h | 0 | 0 |
| OctoberOct | 50 | 36° | 25° | 31.4° | 9.6 h | 0 | 1 |
| NovemberNov | 75 | 31° | 21° | 28.5° | 8.8 h | 1 | 3 |
| DecemberDec | 97 | 27° | 17° | 25.0° | 8.1 h | 1 | 7 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
25.00° N, 55.11° E · 5 m · Asia/Dubai
Sea temperature in Jebel Ali
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 30.8 – 31.9 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Jebel Ali ranges from 21.7 °C in February to 33.6 °C in August. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 32.9 and 34.4 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 22.4° | 21.6° | 23.4° | refreshing |
| FebruaryFeb | 21.7° | 20.9° | 22.6° | refreshing |
| MarchMar | 22.9° | 22.0° | 24.1° | refreshing |
| AprilApr | 25.6° | 24.4° | 26.7° | pleasant |
| MayMay | 29.0° | 28.3° | 29.7° | very warm |
| JuneJun | 31.8° | 31.0° | 32.6° | very warm |
| JulyJul | 33.3° | 32.6° | 33.9° | very warm |
| AugustAug | 33.6° | 32.9° | 34.4° | very warm |
| SeptemberSep | 32.9° | 32.3° | 33.6° | very warm |
| OctoberOct | 31.4° | 30.8° | 31.9° | very warm |
| NovemberNov | 28.5° | 28.1° | 29.0° | warm |
| DecemberDec | 25.0° | 24.1° | 26.2° | pleasant |
Sunshine hours in Jebel Ali
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 9.6 of 11.6 hours of daylight in Jebel Ali, 83 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Jebel Ali: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, it hardly ever rains in Jebel Ali: 1 mm in the whole month.
UV index in Jebel Ali
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 8 · very highStay in the shade around midday; SPF 50, clothing, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in June (UV 12).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 15 min
- Fair skin
- about 20 min
- Light brown skin
- about 30 min
- Olive skin
- about 40 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind and clouds in Jebel Ali
How breezy and how cloudy Jebel Ali is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Jebel Ali typically peaks at 20 km/h during the day: Beaufort 4, moderate breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting: Jan – Oct.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 8 % of the sky over Jebel Ali: mostly clear, with about 9.6 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat and humidity in Jebel Ali
How often the day gets hot in Jebel Ali (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, it is hot in Jebel Ali every day, with an average daytime high of 36 °C: hot and muggy. Plan outdoor activities for the morning and evening, drink a lot and take breaks in the cool.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Jebel Ali
Weather for your travel dates
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Jebel Ali in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Jebel Ali has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 97) and its weakest during May half-term (score 50).
- 67
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Good
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 9.9 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 50
May half-term
May – Jun
Fair
- 39 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 11.1 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 50
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Fair
- 42 °C by day
- Sea 33 °C
- 10.6 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 50
October half-term
Oct
Fair
- 36 °C by day
- Sea 31 °C
- 9.6 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 97
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
ExcellentBest holidays
- 26 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 8.1 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 7 h 10 min
- Distance
- 5,500 km
- Time zone
- UTC+4
- Jet lag
- About 3 days (3 h east)
Rule of thumb for flying east: for a few days before, go to bed and get up a little earlier, and get plenty of morning light at your destination.
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
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Jebel Ali vs Dubai
In October the holiday weather in Jebel Ali and Dubai is about equally good (score 50 vs 50). During the day it is about as warm in Dubai as in Jebel Ali. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Jebel Ali | Dubai |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 50 | 50 |
| Daytime high | 36° | 36° |
| Sea | 31° | 31° |
| Sunshine | 10 h | 10 h |
| Rainy days | 0 | 0 |
| Best time | Dec – Mar | Dec – Mar |
Through the year
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In October, Jebel Ali ranks 4 of 10 destinations in this country.
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Frequently asked questions about Jebel Ali
When is the best time to visit Jebel Ali?
The best time to visit Jebel Ali is from December to March. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Jebel Ali?
The sea temperature in Jebel Ali ranges from 21.7 °C in February to 33.6 °C in August. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Jebel Ali in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 31.4 °C – almost as warm as a bath.
What is the warmest month in Jebel Ali?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 42 °C and nights around 31 °C. January is the coolest month at 25 °C.
When does it rain most in Jebel Ali?
Rain is a rarity all year: only 64 mm fall in an average year.
How many hours of sunshine does Jebel Ali get?
Jebel Ali gets around 3,530 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is June with 11.2 hours a day; in January there are 8.0 hours a day.
What time zone is Jebel Ali in?
Jebel Ali is on UTC+4 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Jebel Ali?
A nonstop flight from London to Jebel Ali takes about 7 h 10 min, for a straight-line distance of about 5,500 km.
Which school holidays are best for Jebel Ali?
Jebel Ali has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 97) and its weakest during May half-term (score 50). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 67, May half-term 50, summer holidays 50, October half-term 50, Christmas holidays 97.