Amsterdam vs Dubai

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Dubai edges ahead as the better destination in February. Dubai offers 5 hours of daily sunshine with only 1 rain days, while Amsterdam sees 5 sunshine hours and 11 rain days.

Amsterdam is on the cooler side at 6°C, requiring warmer clothing. Dubai runs hot at 29°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Dubai is the stronger choice in February.

Amsterdam reaches an average high of 6°C (43°F) and drops to 2°C (36°F) at night during February. The daily temperature range is 4°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Dubai averages 29°C (84°F) for the high and 17°C (63°F) for the low, with a daily range of 12°C. There is a notable 23°C gap between the two cities, so expect a very different feel.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in February.

Amsterdam receives approximately 54 mm of rainfall across 11 rain days during February. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Dubai sees 6 mm over 1 rain days. That makes Dubai the drier option by 10 rain days and 48 mm of total precipitation.

Humidity also differs: Amsterdam averages 65% while Dubai sits at 35%. Amsterdam will feel muggier, especially at higher temperatures.