When to go · United Arab Emirates
United Arab Emirates in October
Mixed month. Heat eases to the mid-30s; outdoor season begins late in the month.
Key facts
- Verdict
- Mixed
- Crowds
- Medium
- United Arab Emirates
- Prices
- Medium
- United Arab Emirates
Verdict
MixedVoykit month rating for United Arab Emirates
Heat eases to the mid-30s; outdoor season begins late in the month.
Weather in October
- Gulf coast · Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ras Al Khaimah townfine
November to March runs 20–30 °C; June to September sits at 40–46 °C with humidity that makes nights sticky; shamal winds bring dust in spring and early summer.
- Hajar mountains · Hatta, Jebel Jais, Wadi Shawkafine
Jebel Jais summit is 8–10 °C cooler than the coast and can drop near freezing on winter nights; wadis flood after rare storms.
- Inland desert · Al Ain, Liwa, Al Wathba, Sweihanhot
Drier heat, often above 48 °C in July and August; Sweihan has recorded above 50 °C. Winter nights in the dunes are cold.
- East coast · Fujairah, Khor Fakkan, Dibbafine
Gulf of Oman side: slightly cooler sea breezes, but July–August humidity is extreme; calm water for snorkelling Oct–May.
Crowds and prices
- Crowds · United Arab Emirates
- Medium
- Prices · United Arab Emirates
- Medium
What to pack
- Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and sunscreen