April Weather in Dubai, UAE - 2026

Dubai is one of the world's most popular travel destinations in the world. When many people think of Dubai, they immediately picture luxury, sports cars, endless beaches, and gold jewelry. But it is a misconception that this desert city is only for rich people, far from it. There are tons of other affordable activities and attractions for snowbirds who prefer a calmer travel experience.

Currently, it is the most popular city in the United Arab Emirates and lies in the Arabian Peninsula's eastern region on the Persian Gulf coast. Thanks to an abundance of crude oil discovered years ago, the city was quickly developed and transformed from a bleak desert region mostly used for trade into one of the most dazzling cities in the world. This brought about a large influx of workers who finally settled to live in the city and its population quadrupled. Its economy is now held up mostly from revenue from tourism, real estate, trade, and financial services.

Weather April 2026 in Dubai UAE:

Generally, April in Dubai will be quite hot, with an average temperature of around 96°F / 36°C. As there is not a lot of humidity, it will feel comfortable. You can expect around 1 rainy days, with on average 0.2 inches / 5 mm of rain during the month of April.
Very comfortable (not humid) with high temperatures

April weather in Dubai UAE

To get a good overview of the type of weather you can expect in April in Dubai, we will look at the day and night temperature, minimum and maximum water temperature, and if April is comfortable or humid

Generally, April in Dubai will be quite hot. Historical data shows that you can expect an average temperature of around 96°F / 36°C. As there is not a lot of humidity, it will feel comfortable. During the night, it will cool down to around 68°F / 20°C. Many will prefer a location with air conditioning due to the humidity level.

Dubai does not have a lot of rainy days in April. You can expect around 1 rainy days, with on average 0.2 inches / 5 mm of rain during the whole month.

Average temperature
Average Sea temperature
Wintersun Comfort grade and huricane risk

The forecast for April 2026 is based on historical data and are averages. They will give a good indication what you can expect, but the daily temperature and rain will fluctuate during the month.

April weather in Dubai UAE in more detail

To get a better feeling for the type of weather, you can expect in April in Dubai, we will look at the temperature, rain, wind, humidity, water temperature, and sun and clouds

- What will the temperature be in Dubai in April

Generally, you can expect in April an average temperature of 96°F / 36°C during the day and an average of 68°F / 20°C during the night. In April, during the warmest part of the afternoon, the temperature can often get as high as 107°F / 42°C, and at the end of the night, it can get as low as 59°F / 15°C.

When looking at the whole year, January is the coldest month, with an average temperature of around 75°F / 24°C. July and August are the hottest months, with an average temperature of around 113°F / 45°C. When comparing April with the temperature in the month before and after, this is slightly higher than March, which sees an average maximum temperature of around 87°F / 31°C. And slightly less than May, which sees an average maximum temperature of around 105°F / 41°C.

Day and night temperature variation for Dubai during the year.
Day and night temperature variation for Dubai during the year.

But average temperatures only tell half of the story. It is also good to check the maximum and minimum temperatures. When looking at the whole year, July is the hottest month, with a temperature of around 118°F / 48°C. January is the coldest month, with a temperature of around 86°F / 30°C. When comparing April with the temperature in the month before and after, this is slightly higher than March, which sees an average maximum temperature of around 100°F / 38°C. And slightly less than May, which sees an average maximum temperature of around 113°F / 45°C.

In the following graph, you can see how many cold and hot days you can expect in Dubai each month:

Day and night temperature variation for Dubai during the year.
Day and night temperature variation for Dubai during the year.

- Can you expect rain in April in Dubai?

Generally, you can expect about 1 rain days in April, with on average 0.2 inches / 5 mm of rain.

When looking at the whole year, June, July, September and October are the driest months, with an average rainfall of around 0 inches / 0 mm. March is the wettest month, with an average rainfall of around 0.5 inches / 13 mmmm. When comparing April with the month before and after, this is less than March, which sees around 0.5 inches / 13 mm of rain. And slightly more than May, which sees around 0 inches / 1 mm of rain

Rain days for Dubai during the year.
Rain days for Dubai during the year.

If we look at the number of days with rain, September is the month with the least amount of rain days with around 0 days. March is the month with the most rain days with an average of between 2 and 3 days. When comparing April with the month before and after, this is almost equal to March, which sees an average of between 2 and 3 days of rain. And almost equal to May, which sees an average of between 0 and 1 days of rain

There is one thing that is important to know, in many tropical destinations rain can be short and heavy, particularly during the rainy season. It means that the number of days with rain and the amount of rain can be high, but you will still see many lovely days with a short period of heavy rain.

- What will the water temperature be in Dubai for April

You can expect in April, the water temperature for Dubai to be between 82°F / 28°C and 75°F / 24°C.

To compare the water temperature we will use the maximum water temperature. You can expect this temperature on a more sunny day, close to the shore, when the wind does not mix the relatively warmer and colder water.

July and August And have the highest water temperature, withan average of between 93°F / 34°C and 95°F / 35°C. February has the lowest water temperature, with an average of between 73°F / 23°C and 75°F / 24°C. When comparing the water temperature from April with the month before and after, April has a water temperature slightly higher than March, with a water temperature of an average of between 77°F / 25°C and 78°F / 26°C. And slightly less than the water temperature from May, that is around 87°F / 31°C.

Water temperature for Dubai during the year.
Water temperature for Dubai during the year.

- Can you expect in April a lot of sunny days in Dubai

Generally, you can expect around 21 sunny days in April and around 8 partly sunny days. The remaining days will be cloudy.

When looking at the whole year, August is the month with the highest number of sunny days, with around 27 sunny days. February is the month with the lowest number of sunny days, with an average of between 15 and 16 sunny days. When comparing April with the number of sunny days in the month before and after, it is slightly higher than March, with around 17 sunny days. And less than May, with an average of between 26 and 27 sunny days

The number of sunny, partly sunny, and cloudy days for Dubai
The number of sunny, partly sunny, and cloudy days for Dubai

We have looked at the sunny days in Dubai. Let's also look at the cloudy or overcast days. January is the month with the highest number of cloudy days, with an average of between 3 and 4 cloudy days. September and October And are the months with the lowest number of cloudy days, with around 0 cloudy days. When comparing April with the number of cloudy days in the month before and after, it is almost equal to March, with an average of between 2 and 3 cloudy days. And almost equal to May, with an average of between 0 and 1 cloudy days

- Will it be comfortable in April in Dubai?

Generally, April in Dubai will not be very humid, and will feel comfortable.

We use the humidity and temperature in Dubai to calculate the Wintersun Expert Comfort level for each month. The lower the Wintersun Expert Comfort level, the more comfortable it will be. Only for certain people, extremely dry air can feel slightly uncomfortable.

When looking at the whole year, January has the lowest humidity, with a Wintersun Expert comfort level of "very comfortable" (dry air). June and July And have the highest humidity, with a Wintersun Expert comfort level of "very uncomfortable" (very high humidity). When comparing April with the month before and after, this is slightly more than March, which has a Wintersun Comfort level of "very comfortable" (low humidty). And slightly less than May, which has a Wintersun Comfort level of "very uncomfortable" (very high humidity)

Wintersun Expert Humidity / Comfort level for Dubai
Wintersun Expert Humidity / Comfort level for Dubai

What to do in Dubai UAE in April

  • Burj Khalifa - one of the most iconic creations of man and the world's tallest building, one cannot visit Dubai without stopping to marvel at the beauty of the Burj Khalifa. You can go up on the observation deck and have a simultaneous view of the ocean on one side and the desert on the other.
  • Underwater zoo - located in the largest mall in the world, this aquarium and underwater zoo is home to various species of aquatic wildlife snowbirds will thoroughly enjoy getting to meet.
  • Dubai marina - the largest man-made marina in the world, the canals, and yachts lined up in its pristine waters are an interesting sight and dinner cruises are also a must at sunset. You can also stop by for some shopping at the JBR "the walk".
  • Dubai miracle garden - picnics at the stunning Dubai miracle garden is one of the most beautiful experiences one can have while visiting the country. There are over 50 million flower species with stunning colors made into amazing arrangements and shapes
  • Palm Jumeirah - this tree-shaped island is one of the most beautiful places in Dubai and what is even more amazing is that it is an artificially man-made island and is the top spot for Dubai nightlife.

Is it humid in Dubai UAE in April?

A lot of people ask interested in the humidity or relative humidity for Dubai UAE in April. But the real question they want to ask is not about humidity but the amount of moisture in the air. Or better, about comfort. Will it be comfortable in April in Dubai, or will high humidity make it uncomfortable.

To answer this question, we have to look at the dew point. Relative humidity can change a lot in Dubai during the day and night, as it changes when the amount of moisture changes and, but also when the temperature changes. It is a lot less reliable for comfort. Where the dew point only varies with the amount of moisture in the air.

Looking at the dew point, we can see that for the month of April, you can expect that Dubai will not be very humid, and will feel comfortable.

January is the month with the most comfort. It will have a low humidty, and will feel very comfortable. June and July are the most uncomfortable months. It will be extremely humid, and can feel extremely uncomfortable. In the graph, you can see that there is a significant difference between the most comfortable and most uncomfortable months

Humidity level for Dubai
Humidity level for Dubai

Is April a good time to go to Dubai UAE?

Trying to answer the question of whether April is a good time to go to Dubai is not as easy as it first seems. Some people like colder weather, and others prefer a warmer climate. Some are fine with some humidity, and others are not. If your location has air conditioning, the night temperature is less important.

These are some examples. I will try to answer the question with a more generic person in mind. The more detailed information in this article should be enough to check further if this applies to you as well.

If we look at the average temperature for Dubai in April, we can see that it will be too hot for a lot of visitors. In April, you can expect it to be quite hot, with an average temperature of around 96°F / 36°C. As there is not a lot of humidity, it will feel comfortable. During the night, it will be around 68°F / 20°C.

As the number of overcast days is not high, you can enjoy the sun with around 21 sunny days and 8 partly sunny days.

The last aspect we will look at is rain. You can expect around 1 rainy days, with on average 0.2 inches / 5 mm of rain during April. If it were more than five days, the location would be slightly less attractive for a shorter stay.

We have looked at the average day temperature, the night temperature, humidity, the number of overcast days, and the rain. We think that April in Dubai UAE is not the most optimal destination. But that doesn't mean it is not a good time for you to go. As said before, each visitor has their own preferences when it comes to the weather.

Does it rain all day in Dubai UAE in April?

In Dubai, it does not rain all day in April. You can expect around 1 rainy days, with on average 0.2 inches / 5 mm of rain during the month.

Another way of looking at the rain is the number of sunny days. For Dubai UAE, there are, on average 21 sunny days and 8 partly sunny days in April. That clearly shows that it is not raining all the time.

Is April the rainiest month in Dubai UAE?

April is not the month with the most rainy days, and not the month with the most rain.

To answer what the rainiest month is in Dubai, we will both look at the month with the most rain, and the month with the highest number of rainy days.

March is the month with the the highest number of rainiest days. On average, you can expect 3 days with rain. September is the month with the lowest number of rainy days, with aproximately 0 days.

March is the month with the most rain. This is not equal as the one with the most rainy days. On average, you can expect 0.5 inches / 13 mm of rain. September is the month with the least amount of rain. This is not the same month as the one with the lowest number of rainy days. You can expect approximately 0 inches / 0 mm of rain.

Is April the most sunniest month in Dubai UAE?

April is not the month with the most sunny days, not the month with the most partly sunny days, and it is not the month with the lowest number of overcast days.

To answer what the sunniest month is in Dubai, we will of course look at the month with the most sunniest days, but also look at the month with the biggest number of days that are sunny or partly sunny.

August is the month with the highest number of sunny days. On average, you can expect 21 sunny days, and 8 partly suny days. February is the month with the lowest number of sunny days.

October is the month with the highest number of sunny days and partly sunny days combined. While February is the month with the lowest number of sunny days and partly sunny days combined.

The last thing we will look at is the number of overcast days. September and October are the months with the lowest number of overcast days. While January is the month with the highest number of overcast days.

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