Dubai in September 2025

Planning to visit Dubai in September month but not sure about the climate, temperature and what to do? A September month in Dubai is a great deal for not only enjoying the famous attractions of the city but also amazing discounts on flights, attractions and all hotels. The choice is yours, whether to chill on the beachside or go on safari, plan an incredible trip with our complete guide– it has all the tips and tricks to enjoy the trip in the hot weather.

The Weather of September in Dubai

• Day temperature- 38 Degrees Celsius
• Evening temperature- 26 Degrees Celsius
• Wind speed- Light Breeze up to 7 mph
• Average rainfall- Less than 1 mm
• Sea temperature- 32 Degrees Celsius

Why is September a Good Time to Visit Dubai?

1. September is an off-season
2. Less crowded as compared to peak-season
3. Great deals and sales on shopping
4. Spend time in evening and midnight activities
5. Lower capacity in the attractions

Things to Look Out For in September

• High temperature as well as 38 degrees Celsius
• Enjoy indoor attractions in the daytime to avoid the sunny heat
• Light to no chance of rainfall
• Long and sunny days
• Chances of being dehydrated and exhausted
• Tiredness due to spending a long time outdoors

Top 10 Places to Visit in Dubai in September

1. The Dubai Fountain and Lake Ride

• The Dubai Fountain is situated near the iconic Burj Khalifa where one can enjoy the lake ride.
• A perfect place to enjoy a ride along the 900-foot-long man-made Burj Lake.
• This ride offers a marvelous view of Downtown Dubai skyline, from the towering Burj Khalifa to the traditional Souk Al Bahar.

Location- 29 Sheikh Zayed Rd – Downtown Dubai – Dubai – United Arab Emirates

Timing- Everyday- 5:45 PM to 10:45 PM

Touring Hours- 30 minutes

Best Time- Perfect for an evening outing

2. Burj Khalifa With Rooftop Meal

• The guests can enjoy the awesome view from the high-end telescopes at the observation deck of Burj Khalifa.
• Next, on the 125th floor, the guests can have a look to the Arabic Mashrabiya architecture.
• After enjoying the majestic view, head to The Burj Club on the rooftop and enjoy the exclusive cuisines and drinks.
• It offers a magnificent view of the city from the rooftop pool, from where you can enjoy 360-degrees view of  Dubai Fountain, Burj Khalifa and other spectacular structures across Downtown Dubai.
• Location- Burj Khalifa – Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Blvd – Downtown Dubai – United Arab Emirates

Timing-

Monday to Friday- 10 PM to 10 PM

Saturday and Sunday- 10 AM to 12 PM

Touring Hours- Approximately 2 to 3 hours

Best Time- Perfect for dining at night

3. Evening or Early Morning Desert Safari

• The Evening or early Morning Desert Safari is among the things that any visitor to Dubai should not miss.
• A perfect way to experience a thrilling sandboarding adventure along with calm camel riding, dune bashing, hena painting.
• This is the best time to enjoy the best view of the sun setting or rising over the desert.
• Now its time to njoy a mouth-watering BBQ dinner, and free-flow soft drinks including shisha, while watching a Tanoura and belly dancing show under the stars at night.

Location- Desert Safari – Dubai – United Arab Emirates

Timing- 3:30 PM to 9:30 PM

Touring Hours- 6 hours

Best Time- A perfect getaway from Dubai’s heat

4. Dhow Cruise

• A splendid end to your day in Dubai is a cruise around the Dubai Marina on a historical Dhow boat either on an open-air boat or an air-conditioned one.
• Get to see the beautiful views of Dubaï marina, The Dubai Eye, the residences of Jumeirah Beach, and Blue Water Island on the cruise boat at night.
• Enjoy Arabic, Asian or International dishes that are available aplenty for both vegetarians and non-vegetarians.
• You will have soft music to accompany you.
• Experience and have fun during the New Year Dhow Cruise Dubai through the performances of the Tanura dance.

Location- Behind Al Rahim Mosque – Marina Promenade – Dubai – United Arab Emirates

Timing- 4 PM to 5 PM & 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM

Touring Hours- 1 hour

Best Time- Sail the waters of Dubai in the night

5. Dubai Global Village

• Global Village in Dubai comprises over 90 different cultures from all around the world and showcases how everyone is interconnected via new media technologies.
• This village is open from October to April and has all outlets, like shopping, food, and cafes at this one point.
• You can get the chance to taste the cuisine of each culture and enjoy your day out with your family.
• Location- Sheik Mohammed Bin Zayed Road – Dubai

Timing-

Saturday to Wednesday- 4 PM to 12 AM

Thursday and Friday- 4 PM to 1 AM

Touring Hours- 3 hours

Best Time- Witness the magic of the starry global village

6. IMG Worlds of Adventure

• This is the Dubai’s first mega indoor-themed park. It will offer a live and unforgettable experience with the famous cartoon characters.
• From Disney to Marvel, it comprises famous franchises and is divided into five different zones, namely– IMG Boulevard, Cartoon Network, Lost Valley and Marvel.
• People of all ages can enjoy the rides of different zones and get a friendly adrenaline rush.

Location- City of Arabia – Dubai – United Arab Emirates

Timing-

Sunday to Thursday- 12 PM to 10 PM

Friday & Saturday- 12 PM – 11 PM

Touring Hours- 6-7 hours

Best Time- A perfect indoor adventure to enjoy in the sunny September

7. Ski Dubai

• For those who want to beat the heat just want to practice or watch some of the snow activities, there is Ski Dubai.
• It covers an area of 22,500 square meters and is ranked as one of the largest indoor ski parks in the world.
• Aside from the cafes for taking a break, some trainers would teach skiing and other stunts, ice building, and other entertaining things to do in Ski Dubai.

Location- Sheikh Zayed Rd – Al Barsha – Al Barsha 1 – Dubai – United Arab Emirates

Timing-

Monday to Thursday- 10 AM to 11 PM

Friday- 10 AM to 12 AM

Saturday & Sunday- 9 AM – 12 AM

Touring Hours- 2 to 3 hours

Best Time- During the daytime in September to avoid heat

8. Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo

• For anybody and everybody who loves to watch marine animals but is afraid to go diving or in some activities that can have direct contact with marine life, Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo is for you!
• It is home to more than 33K aquatic animals.
• It is one of the largest collections of sharks in the world.

Location- Downtown Dubai – Dubai – United Arab Emirates

Timing- 10 AM to 10:15 PM

Touring Hours- 3-4 hours

Best Time- Daytime to avoid outdoors in September

9. Dubai Frame

• You can even overlook the biggest frame in the world– Dubai Frame while passing through the nearby roads.
• It stands 150 meters tall and 95 meters wide.
• You can go on top of the frame and see the contrast between old Dubai and New Dubai at once.
• While it is kind of hard to capture a picture of both you and the frame in the same camera frame, Dubai Frame has sorted that out as well.
• At the top of the Dubai Frame, there’s a digital space, where you can click pictures with your family or friends within the digital version of Dubai Frame and store it to enjoy later.

Location- Zabeel Park Jogging Track – Za’abeel – Al Kifaf – Dubai – United Arab Emirates

Timing- Everyday- 9 AM to 9 PM

Touring Hours- 45 minutes – 1 hour

Best Time- Getaway from outdoors in September heat

10. Kite Beach

• A magnificent place to sit and relax with your family while having an array of options for sports activities to enjoy.
• There is a beach library, kids’ activities area, fitness areas and the most popular, kite surfing on the beach overlooking the Burj Al Arab.
• Kite Beach is located in the Jumeirah area and is one of the famous beaches in the city of Dubai.

Location- Kite Beach – Dubai – United Arab Emirates

Timing- 24 hours

Touring Hours- As long as you want

Best Time- What’s better than spending time on the beach with waves and cool breezes in the beach with some additional activities

Dubai Shopping Spree in September

Apart from visiting the famous attractions in Dubai in September, shopping spree often takes a back seat but it is limited to outdoor shopping only. Visitors can still explore the indoor shopping in Dubai. It is the perfect way to stay away from the sunny outdoors. Here are some of the famous shopping locations in the city of Dubai,

• Deira City Center
• The Dubai Mall
• Midriff City Center
• Mall Of Emirates
• Dubai Festival City Mall
• Dubai Marina Mall
• Outlet Mall
• Souk Madinat Jumeirah
• Ibn Battuta Mall
• City Walk
• Dubai Festival City Mall

Conclusion

The discussed September trip to Dubai means to go and see the cultural side of the city to experience the richness in luxury and the liveliness of the activities. Despite the heat that is still felt for some more weeks, there is still a lot that one can do within the city. There is not much tourism and the prices are still not very high so one can immerse in the old and the new Dubai – this is why the Emirates is great for the unforgettable September trip.