Global Village opens
Usually mid to late October, running to early May
A huge outdoor festival park with pavilions from 90 countries. It is mostly evenings and lots of walking, so wear comfortable shoes and light layers.
Highs36°C (97°F)
Lows25°C (77°F)
Rainy days~2
Daylight11.5 h
CrowdsModerate
October averages for Dubai International Airport. Source
October marks the season's start: 35°C days, warm evenings, Global Village reopening and outdoor dining returning. Summer clothes, swimwear and one dressy outfit.
☀️ By day
Linen and cotton. The outdoor season restarts late in the month.
🌙 Evening
Light layers for the first outdoor terrace evenings.
What's on in October
Typical dates. Many festivals follow lunar calendars, so check this year's dates before you book.
Diwali in Dubai
Late October or November
Bur Dubai's Meena Bazaar and Global Village light up with Diwali celebrations and fireworks. Festive Indian wear is very welcome.
October packing essentials
Your October 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 ↗
Also pack
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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.