Dubai best: Excellent
Skyscrapers, malls, beach clubs and desert safaris.
The financial capital and commerce center and largest city of the UAE.
Vitamin D in United Arab Emirates: best months for sun and a travel guide
The best months for vitamin D in United Arab Emirates are November to April. In April, a full dose of about 1,000 IU takes around 7 minutes at midday for skin type III at age 30, with 8.1 usable sun hours a day. For a beach stay it is too hot from May to October.
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United Arab Emirates month by month
United Arab Emirates is rated at its median coastal place, for skin type III at age 30. Click a month for the details.
| Month | Rating | Sun window | Peak UV | Full dose, age 30 | Full dose, age 65 | Afternoon high | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Good | 5.9 h | 5.1 | 10 min | 20 min | 25°C | 1/30 |
| February | Good | 6.5 h | 6.0 | 9 min | 17 min | 26°C | 3/30 |
| March | Excellent | 7.5 h | 7.2 | 7 min | 14 min | 28°C | 2/30 |
| April | Excellent | 8.1 h | 7.8 | 7 min | 13 min | 31°C | 2/30 |
| May | Too hot | 8.8 h | 8.2 | 7 min | 12 min | 36°C | 1/30 |
| June | Too hot | 9.2 h | 8.5 | 6 min | 12 min | 40°C | 0/30 |
| July | Too hot | 9.2 h | 8.6 | 6 min | 12 min | 40°C | 0/30 |
| August | Too hot | 8.9 h | 8.6 | 6 min | 12 min | 41°C | 0/30 |
| September | Too hot | 8.3 h | 8.0 | 7 min | 13 min | 38°C | 0/30 |
| October | Too hot | 7.3 h | 6.8 | 8 min | 15 min | 35°C | 0/30 |
| November | Good | 6.3 h | 5.4 | 10 min | 19 min | 31°C | 1/30 |
| December | Good | 5.6 h | 4.7 | 11 min | 21 min | 26°C | 1/30 |
Sun window is the number of hours a day with UV Index 2.5 or higher. Full dose is the minutes at midday for about 1,000 IU of vitamin D with a quarter of the body bare, for skin type III. Rainy days are days with at least 1 mm out of 30.
Travel guide: why go to United Arab Emirates
Why go
The UAE offers safe, easy beach holidays with giant malls, theme parks, desert trips and modern luxury, all with reliable winter sun.
Best for
Families, luxury travellers, shoppers and winter sun seekers.
What to expect
Very hot and humid summers, with air-conditioned everything, and a comfortable season from November to March. Dress and behaviour rules are stricter than in Europe, and alcohol is only served in licensed venues.
Places in United Arab Emirates
Each place has its own climate, so its best months can differ from the country as a whole.
Abu Dhabi best: Excellent
Grand mosque, museums and quiet beaches.
The nation's capital, filled with major museums and monuments.
Fujairah best: Excellent
East coast with rocky mountains and snorkelling.
Popular tourist and stay-cation destination on the gulf of Oman. Nicknamed as The Bride of the Eastern Coast.
Ras Al Khaimah best: Excellent
Mountains, desert and long beaches with a relaxed pace.
An adventure hub of the Middle East, with the highest mountain in UAE and many thrill activities.
Sharjah best: Excellent
The cultural emirate of museums and calm beaches.
The nation's cultural hub famous for its Arabic and Islamic architecture.
Khor Fakkan best: Excellent
Small east coast harbour town with a lovely beach.
A town set on a picturesque bay with multiple historical watch towers and a traditional Friday's Market.
Some short descriptions come from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0).
Questions about vitamin D in United Arab Emirates
When is the best time to visit United Arab Emirates for vitamin D?
The best months for vitamin D in United Arab Emirates are November to April. In April, a full dose of about 1,000 IU takes around 7 minutes at midday for skin type III at age 30, with 8.1 usable sun hours a day.
Can you get vitamin D from the sun in United Arab Emirates in December?
Yes, but slowly. In December a full dose takes about 11 minutes at midday for skin type III at age 30, with 5.6 usable hours a day.
How long do I need in the sun in United Arab Emirates?
In April, the best month, about 7 minutes at midday with a quarter of the body bare, for skin type III at age 30; about 13 minutes at age 65. Darker skin needs longer and fair skin burns sooner, so keep sessions short. This is an estimate for planning, not medical advice.
Which months should I avoid in United Arab Emirates?
For a beach stay, avoid the months when it is too hot from May to October.
What is the best place in United Arab Emirates for vitamin D?
In April the strongest sun of the places we rate is around Dubai. Each place has its own rating, so open the place list to compare them.
Plan by month
- Jan Good
- Feb Good
- Mar Excellent
- Apr Excellent
- May Too hot
- Jun Too hot
- Jul Too hot
- Aug Too hot
- Sep Too hot
- Oct Too hot
- Nov Good
- Dec Good