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What to wear in Dubai in November

By PackTheLook · Updated 28 October 2026

Highs31°C (88°F)
Lows21°C (70°F)
Rainy days~2
Daylight10.5 h
CrowdsBusy

November averages for Dubai International Airport. Source

November is warm and sunny (30°C) — the start of peak season with Dubai Fitness Challenge events and the Abu Dhabi F1 Grand Prix nearby. Light modest outfits and a jacket for evenings.

☀️ By day

Short sleeves with loose trousers or a midi dress. Ideal sightseeing weather.

🌙 Evening

Light jacket for desert camps.

What's on in November

Typical dates. Many festivals follow lunar calendars, so check this year's dates before you book.

Abu Dhabi Formula 1 Grand Prix

Late November or early December

A sunset-to-night race at Yas Marina, 90 minutes away. Wear breathable clothes and bring a light layer and earplugs.

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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.

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