What is the current water temperature in Dubai?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Dubai?

As of now, in Dubai, the water temperature is 29.76°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered highly warm and would be enjoyable for everyone. At this temperature, you can comfortably engage in water-based activities for extended periods without experiencing discomfort.

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Water temperature in Dubai

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Dubai. The trend over the last two weeks, daily averages, and precise forecast of the water temperature changes. Gain a deeper understanding of seasonal dynamics with monthly statistical analyses covering recent years.

85.6

°F

May 8, 15:14

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

86.2°F

Tomorrow:

85.8°F

Sunrise:

05:39

Sunset:

18:52

Day Length:

13 h. 13 min.

Dubai in May

Minimum:

72.0°F

Average:

73.7°F

Maximum:

76.0°F

Sea water temperature in Dubai today

As of now, in Dubai, the water temperature is 85.6°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered highly warm and would be enjoyable for everyone. At this temperature, you can comfortably engage in water-based activities for extended periods without experiencing discomfort. Today's reading is 2.6°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. The sea temperature remains approximately unchanged from yesterday. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to rise a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is notably higher than the average recorded over the past two weeks, indicating a significant warming trend. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 84.5°F on 2017, while the historical minimum was 81.0°F on 2019.

latest data

last year

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the highest values recorded on those days in the past. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 86.4°F, with minimum temperature starting at 85.8°F, while the maximum might reach 87.1°F.

Daily water temperature in Dubai

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 24	81.8°F	79.4°F	79.9°F
Apr 25	80.9°F	79.4°F	80.0°F
Apr 26	81.6°F	78.8°F	80.1°F
Apr 27	81.8°F	79.2°F	80.3°F
Apr 28	81.8°F	80.0°F	80.7°F
Apr 29	83.0°F	79.6°F	81.0°F
Apr 30	83.7°F	80.5°F	81.4°F
May 1	84.5°F	80.8°F	81.7°F
May 2	84.7°F	80.6°F	81.7°F
May 3	84.8°F	80.5°F	81.9°F
May 4	85.3°F	81.2°F	82.1°F
May 5	85.7°F	81.1°F	82.2°F
May 6	86.0°F	81.5°F	82.5°F
May 7	86.2°F	81.6°F	82.8°F
May 8	85.6°F	82.6°F	82.9°F
May 9	85.8°F	83.0°F	83.2°F
May 10	86.0°F	83.7°F	83.4°F
May 11	86.1°F	83.8°F	83.5°F
May 12	86.3°F	84.0°F	83.7°F
May 13	86.6°F	84.3°F	84.0°F
May 14	86.8°F	84.5°F	84.2°F
May 15	87.1°F	84.6°F	84.5°F

* actual - actual temperature values

** forecast - projected values for the next week

Real-time coastal temperatures could deviate by several degrees from the provided readings. These deviations often become evident following intense rainfall or strong winds.

Our forecasting methodology leverages a mathematical model, that uses current water and weather conditions, historical records, wind intensity and direction.

Sea water temperature in Dubai by month

In Dubai, almost every month besides January and February is comfortable for swimming. Which amounts to 297 swimming days.

The warmest water in Dubai was recorded on August 5, 2024, reaching a 95.2°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on January 31, 2020, dipping to 68.1°F. The average readings by season are 73.3°F in Winter, 78.8°F in Spring, 91.9°F in Summer, and 87.7°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Sharjah	85.2°F	19mi
Ajman City	85.4°F	25mi
Abu Dhabi	85.3°F	72mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Dubai