- Types of tourist seasons
- Beach season
- Low season
- Excursion season
- Sale season
- UAE climate
Despite the fact that most of the UAE is covered with deserts, this country is especially popular with tourists, as the rest of its territory is ideal for a beach holiday. In this country, you will find not only beautiful beaches and developed infrastructure, but also profitable shopping, historical sights and many other interesting places. Knowing the information about when is the best time to relax in the UAE, you can always plan the best option for your vacation.
Types of tourist seasons
Traditionally, the UAE distinguishes several seasons, which do not differ much from each other. The weather conditions make it possible to travel around the country all year round, but there is still a slight difference between the periods of rest.
UAE Monthly Weather Forecast
Beach season
Of course, tourists go to the Emirates to enjoy beach treatments. The most suitable time for this is autumn and spring. Beginning in October, the UAE's beaches are filled with vacationers looking to swim in the warm waters of the Red Sea. At the same time, the water temperature rarely drops below +20 degrees throughout the year. This fact explains a significant number of those wishing to come to the country. In October and November, as well as in March and April, the flow of tourists increases sharply, however, the cost of vouchers increases significantly.
It should be noted that the so-called velvet season does not exist in the country due to the fact that the temperature regime remains at about the same level all year round.
As for the winter months, there are also a lot of vacationers at this time. The only disadvantage of traveling to the UAE in winter is the periodic occurrence of winds that often blow in the coastal area. In the summer, it is very problematic to have a rest in the Emirates because of the intense heat.
Low season
The first month of summer marks the beginning of a season of declining tourist activity. Few people can spend several hours under the scorching sun, warming the air up to + 40-44 degrees. Such a vacation is categorically not recommended for those who can hardly tolerate a long stay in the open sun.
Tourists who decide to travel to the Emirates in the summer usually choose Fujairah, which is located in close proximity to the ocean and the Gulf of Oman. In such conditions, hot weather is not as noticeable as in other regions of the country. If you are comfortable with high air temperatures, then it is better to purchase a tour to hotels equipped with powerful air conditioners and having a beach area protected from the sun as much as possible. Also, do not forget that you should not appear on the streets without a protective cream during the daytime.
On the other hand, by purchasing a ticket during the summer period, you will have a great chance to save on its cost. Already at the beginning of June, most of the companies reduce their prices for tours.
Excursion season
Excursion tourism is not developed at the highest level in the country, however, in large cities there are a lot of attractions that you can see. Among the most visited are:
- artificial islands of Palm;
- musical fountain;
- an aquarium in a shopping center in Dubai;
- Sheikh Zayed Mosque;
- Jumeirah Mosque;
- Al Jahili fortress.
The best time for excursions is autumn or spring. During these seasons, you will have a great opportunity to combine a beach holiday with the study of the architecture and cultural heritage of the UAE. In addition, for an additional fee, any travel agency will organize an exciting program for you, including a jeep ride through the dunes, dinner in the desert, night fishing or hunting.
Unusual excursions in the UAE
Sale season
In January and February, tourists from all over the world strive to get to the UAE, since it is during these months that a grand festival of sales is held. The center of this action is Dubai, however, in other cities, posters are displayed in all stores, which indicate the percentage of the discount. Most often, the cost is reduced by 50-70 percent, which allows you to save a good amount of money on purchases. Moreover, discounts apply to all types of goods and even to real estate.
Shopping enthusiasts go to the UAE to purchase the following types of goods:
- jewelry made of precious metals;
- fur;
- high-quality home textiles;
- perfumery;
- electronic equipment;
- clothes in ethnic style.
In the exhibition halls of several hundred square meters, you will meet polite salespeople, some of whom speak Russian. Do not forget to purchase your ticket and book the hotel in advance, as the number of people willing to buy discounted items increases dramatically during the sales season.
What to bring from the UAE
UAE climate
The entire territory of the Emirates is dominated by a tropical climate characterized by dry and hot weather. The temperature regime changes periodically throughout the year, depending on the season. The highest air temperature is observed in July and August, and the lowest in January and February. The humidity level can also change.
Spring in the Emirates
March is considered a great month, both for the beach and for other types of recreation. The air warms up to + 23-25 degrees and the water temperature reaches +25 degrees. Such conditions are very favorable for swimming and taking air baths.
In April, the air temperature gradually increases by 3-5 degrees. In Abu Dhabi, Fujairah and Ras Al Khaimah, the air warms up to + 30-32 degrees. In the northern regions of the country, hot weather is also established, which is characterized by a temperature of + 29-30 degrees.
In May, the sea warms up to +29 degrees, and the locals call this water "fresh milk". Swimming and sunbathing in the last spring month is quite comfortable, given the fact that there is no sweltering heat yet, and a light breeze is blowing from the shore.
Summer in the Emirates
Summer is not the best time to travel to the UAE. Firstly, there is a prolonged and exhausting heat, secondly, the temperature indicators reach their maximum at + 40-48 degrees and, thirdly, the water temperature is about +33 degrees. Under such weather conditions, a normal beach holiday becomes unlikely.
In June, the thermometer rises to + 38-40 degrees. In July, the hot weather intensifies and in August, dry summers set in throughout the country. If you arrived in the Emirates during this period, it is better not to go outside at noon, and postpone beach procedures to the evening.
Rest on the seaside can be replaced by trips to a water park or a famous ski resort with artificial snow. In this case, you can fully experience the flavor of this amazing country.
Autumn in the Emirates
In terms of weather conditions, September strongly resembles August. The air temperature drops by only a couple of degrees, as many tourists know about. Therefore, it is not advisable to purchase a tour in September, since the water in the sea is still hot and it is hot during the day.
October and November are cooler than September, but the weather is strikingly different from the usual Russian autumn. The air temperature is still at around + 35-30 degrees, and in November, short rains begin to fall. The last autumn months are characterized by high humidity.
The amount of precipitation in November is not so great, but for the locals it is a kind of relief from the intense heat. The sea remains as warm as in summer throughout the fall.
Winter in the Emirates
Average temperature indicators of the winter months range from +20 to +26 degrees. Sometimes the weather can change and be accompanied by gusty winds. Not everyone dares to swim in the UAE in January or February due to the fact that the water cools down to + 20-24 degrees. At the same time, at night the air temperature drops to +15 degrees, which entails a rapid decrease in the water temperature.
If you prefer a very warm sea, then you should refuse to travel to the Emirates in winter. On the other hand, in January and February, the heat subsides, and it becomes more comfortable to be outdoors during the day than in summer or autumn.
Do not forget that the holy month of Ramodan falls in winter, during which any entertainment is prohibited and it is customary to lead a modest lifestyle. These rules apply to some extent to tourists, but not to the same extent as to local residents. The most that you can expect is the temporary closure of restaurants, shopping centers and other places of mass leisure.
As a result, we note that rest in the Emirates at any time of the year will bring you many new impressions and positive emotions. The country is truly a great place for beach holidays and educational tourism.
