United Arab Emirates in August

October through April is the sweet spot — temperatures hover around 75-85°F and humidity drops. December and January are peak season, so expect crowds and higher prices. March offers the best balance of good weather and reasonable costs. Here's what nobody mentions: May can actually work if you stick to indoor activities and pools. Summer (June-September) is brutal — 110°F with crushing humidity — but hotel rates drop 50% and you'll have pools to yourself. Ramadan shifts dates each year and affects restaurant hours and alcohol service. Rain is rare but when it hits in winter, the city floods because drainage wasn't built for it.