on June 24, 2005
It's hot most of the time; it's really warm the rest of the time, so:
- wear light, breathable clothing (cottons)
- bring a light sweater or jacket to throw on, since all buildings are airconditioned and it might get cool inside
- shorts are OK, but remember: this is an Islamic country, so be decently dressed to respect islamic customs
- for women: though Dubai is relatively liberal, the neighbouring emirates are not. Again, try to respect islamic customs, and dress appropriately
Just bring what you would normally use - in case you forgot anything - you can buy whatever you need in Dubai. There are ample of medical and drug stores.
- Make sure to have deodorant in this heat!
If you are thinking of buying a new camera - you can probably get it cheaper in Dubai. If you have a digital camera, bring your cables with you - you can download at any of Dubai's many internet cafe's (bring a disk).
- depending on where you come from, you might need an adapter for any electrical equipment (had to bring an adapter for US phone-charger, but bought hairdryer there because it was simply cheaper)
- sandals and swim-wear at the beach (try to refrain from thong-bikinis to respect local customs)
- bring a sweater if you spend the night in the desert since temperatures drop quite a bit
Dubai weather:
- nice and warm in winter
- hot in spring
- unbearably hot in summer
- hot in fall
Thank God for airconditioning!
Also, Dubai is a shopper's paradise - so even if you forget something - you can buy it there.
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