January weather forecastDubai, United Arab Emirates

January
Weather in January
January reveals a mild climate condition in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. This month's characteristic includes cooler temperatures, modest levels of humidity and minimal rain. Coming off December, the temperature sees a tiny rise in January making it a perfect time to explore the city. During the day, temperatures can reach up to 23.3°C (73.9°F), and at night it cools down to about 18.8°C (65.8°F). Wind speeds are moderately strong and tend to average around 13.3km/h (8.3mph), maintaining the cool weather.Temperature
The month of January sees the lowest average temperatures in Dubai, reaching 23.3°C (73.9°F) at the peak and 18.8°C (65.8°F) at the low.Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 58%, January is the most humid month in Dubai.Rainfall
The months with the most rainfall in Dubai are January and March, with an average 10mm (0.39") of precipitation.Sea temperature
In Dubai, the average seawater temperature in January is 23.4°C (74.1°F).Note: Taking into account a person's sensitivity to the cold, given sunshine, wind, and air temperature, swimming in 23.4°C (74.1°F) might be pleasant. (FYI: The water temperature set for the Olympic swimming event is between 25°C (77°F) and 28°C (82.4°F).)
Daylight
In Dubai, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 46min.On the first day of January in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, sunrise is at 07:04 and sunset at 17:40. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:02 and sunset at 18:02 +04.
Sunshine
In Dubai, the average sunshine in January is 7.7h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 6 during January leads to these advisories:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Notice! The reflection of water and sand increases the UV radiation significantly.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Average high temperature in January: 23.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (39.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.3°C).
- Average low temperature in January: 18.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (32.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.8°C).
Average pressure in January
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Average pressure in January: 1017.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1017.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (996.4mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Average wind speed in January: 13.3km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (14.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (11.8km/h).
Average humidity in January
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Average humidity in January: 58%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (58%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (47%).
Average rainfall in January
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Average rainfall in January: 10mm
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are January and March (10mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and September (0mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Average rainfall days in January: 3.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (4.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (0 days).
Average sea temperature in January
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Average sea temperature in January: 23.4°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (33.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (21.9°C).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Average daylight in January: 10h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in January: 7h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in January
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Average sunshine days in January: 26.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (30.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (24.1 days).
Average UV index in January
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Average UV index in January: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 9).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in January
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Average cloud cover in January: 11
The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 12).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 1).
Average visibility in January
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Average visibility in January: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).








