Ski Dubai
Year-round, busiest in summer
Skiing at −4°C inside the Mall of the Emirates. Jackets, trousers and boots come with the ticket, but bring your own gloves, a hat and warm socks to avoid paying extra.
Highs42°C (108°F)
Lows31°C (88°F)
Rainy days~2
Daylight13.5 h
CrowdsQuiet
July averages for Dubai International Airport. Source
July is one of the hottest months (41°C, humid, nights near 30°C). Summer sales run in the malls. Light breathable cover-ups and serious sun protection.
☀️ By day
UV-protective long sleeves and loose linen. Sightsee before 9am.
🌙 Evening
It is still about 31°C at night: linen only, plus a layer for indoor air-con.
What's on in July
Typical dates. Many festivals follow lunar calendars, so check this year's dates before you book.
Peak summer sales
July
Discounts across the malls during Dubai Summer Surprises.
July packing essentials
Your July outfit list
- Loose linen maxi dressCotton kurta with palazzoShop Amazon ↗
- Breathable wide-leg trousersShop Amazon ↗
- Light long-sleeve sun shirtShop Amazon ↗
- Cardigan for ACShop Amazon ↗
- Breathable sandalsShop Amazon ↗
- Scarf (mosques + sun)Shop Amazon ↗
- Linen shirtsShop Amazon ↗
- Lightweight trousersShop Amazon ↗
- Quick-dry teesShop Amazon ↗
- Knee-length shortsShop Amazon ↗
- Breathable sneakersShop Amazon ↗
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Dress code
- In malls, souks and public places, keep shoulders and knees covered; avoid sheer, very short or low-cut clothes.
- Mosques (e.g. Sheikh Zayed in Abu Dhabi, Jumeirah Mosque): long sleeves, ankle-length trousers or skirt, and a headscarf for women. Abayas are sometimes provided.
- Swimwear is fine at hotel pools and beaches only — cover up when leaving the beach.