Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for February
| Metric | Dubai | Muscat | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 25°C (77°F) | 25°C (77°F) | Tie |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 15°C (59°F) | 18°C (64°F)▲ | Muscat |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 2 days | 1 days▲ | Muscat |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 13 mm | 11 mm▲ | Muscat |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 10h/day | 11h/day▲ | Muscat |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 70%▲ | 78% | Dubai |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 2 | 2 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 22 km/h | 17 km/h▲ | Muscat |
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Muscat edges ahead as the better destination in February. Muscat offers 11 hours of daily sunshine with only 1 rain days, while Dubai sees 10 sunshine hours and 2 rain days.
Dubai sits in the comfortable travel range at 25°C. Muscat is also comfortable at 25°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Muscat is the stronger choice in February. Muscat receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Dubai reaches an average high of 25°C (77°F) and drops to 15°C (59°F) at night during February. The daily temperature range is 10°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.
Muscat averages 25°C (77°F) for the high and 18°C (64°F) for the low, with a daily range of 7°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in February.
Dubai receives approximately 13 mm of rainfall across 2 rain days during February. Rain is rare this month, so dry conditions are likely.
Muscat sees 11 mm over 1 rain days. That makes Muscat the drier option by 1 rain day and 2 mm of total precipitation.
Humidity also differs: Dubai averages 70% while Muscat sits at 78%. Muscat will feel muggier, especially at higher temperatures.
Highs of 25°C, lows of 15°C, 2 rain days
Highs of 25°C, lows of 18°C, 1 rain days
Pack for both: light layers, a light jacket for evenings, sunscreen. These items are useful in either destination during February.
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. February is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Dubai | Muscat | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 24°C | 2d | 24°C | 3d |
| Feb | 25°C | 2d | 25°C | 1d |
| Mar | 29°C | 2d | 28°C | 2d |
| Apr | 33°C | 1d | 33°C | 1d |
| May | 38°C | 0d | 37°C | 0d |
| Jun | 40°C | 0d | 38°C | 0d |
| Jul | 41°C | 0d | 37°C | 0d |
| Aug | 42°C | 0d | 36°C | 0d |
| Sep | 39°C | 0d | 35°C | 0d |
| Oct | 36°C | 0d | 33°C | 1d |
| Nov | 30°C | 1d | 29°C | 1d |
| Dec | 26°C | 1d | 25°C | 2d |
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