If you’ve stepped outside recently in the afternoon and instantly melted into a puddle of your own sweat, I’d love to say, “Welcome to summer!” – but I can’t. It’s not time yet. That’s right. Technically, we’re not there yet. Despite living in a desert country where heat is practically a guaranteed year-round affair, the official summer season hasn’t started. So, if you’re still wondering, “When will summer start in the UAE?” keep reading for the answer – because soon, your SPF 50 might need an upgrade to SPF 500!
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What Determines The Start Of Summer?
According to astronomers and meteorologists, the start of summer doesn’t only rely on temperatures reaching scorching and unbearable levels, it’s also tied to an annual astronomical event called the summer solstice. This marks the official beginning of the season for countries in the Northern Hemisphere.
What Is The Summer Solstice?
In a nutshell, the summer solstice is when the tilt of the Earth is positioned the closest it can possibly be to the sun, which gives us the longest day of the year in terms of daylight. The summer solstice signals the official start of summer and usually falls around June 21.
When Is The Summer Solstice In The UAE?
If we go according to the stars, this year, the summer solstice in Dubai will take place on Saturday, June 21, 2025. On this day, we’ll have around 3 hours and 10 minutes more daylight compared to the December solstice (which marks the beginning of winter).
So, When Does Summer Start?
Taking all of this into consideration, summer in the UAE will officially start from June 21st and last till around September 22 – if we follow the the astronomical definition. But let’s be real – our summer heat stretches way beyond those dates. Typically, the most intense heat kicks in from late May and lasts well into October. But this year? It feels like the sweltering temperatures started creeping in right when March started!
Make The Most Of The Cool Evenings While They Last!
So, now that you know summer is just a stone throw away, all you can do now is MAKE THE MOST OF THE COOL EVENINGS WHILE THEY LAST! Oops, sorry seems like my caps lock button might be broken. But as long as it helps you hear me. With the little hints of rain in the sky at the moment, now is the perfect time to go for a stroll, sip your chai and plan your epic summer getaway before the real heatwave hits.
