Middle East · December
Best time to visit UAE in December 🇦🇪
December in UAE is peak season — ideal weather. an outstanding time — peak conditions, headline experiences and the scenery the country is famous for.
UAE year at a glance
The absolute peak months for UAE are January, February, March, November, December. December is one of them — book stays and trains early.
What UAE is like in December
Nov–Mar is perfect (warm days, cool evenings). Apr & Oct shoulder. May–Sep painfully hot (40–48°C) but indoor everything is air-conditioned.
Insider tip
Hotel rates plummet in summer — pool resorts are a deal if you don't mind heat.
Other countries also at their peak in December
Thailand in December
A tale of two coasts and three seasons.
Philippines in December
7,000 islands, one dry season.
Cambodia in December
Cool & dry for Angkor.
Laos in December
Mekong country, cool dry winters.
Switzerland in December
Two seasons, both spectacular.
Austria in December
Alpine charm in any season.