As temperatures slowly rise in the United Arab Emirates after a stretch of slightly cooler weather, it’s a good time to wonder when Dubai’s winter will finally end.
Astronomically, the end of Scorpion Season signals the close of winter and the start of spring in the UAE.
This final phase of winter, called Scorpion Season by local astronomers, will end on Friday, March 20.
Scorpion Season began on Wednesday, February 4, and will conclude on Friday, March 20.
Similar to how the country determines the dates of public holidays, astronomical sightings of the moon act as a handy indicator of the changing seasons.
With its wealth of skyscrapers, five-star hotels and supercars on Sheikh Zayed Road, it’s sometimes easy to forget that Dubai was once a humble fishing village.
But if you want to be reminded of its modest origins, head over to Old Dubai. Forget the speedboats, take a trip on a traditional abra across the Creek and discover the historic part of town with the breeze in your hair.
Long-time Dubai residents will probably confess they don’t do enough walking, but this 11km stretch of seaside path means there is no excuse not to get out and get active.
Hugging the Arabian Gulf, this six-metre-wide promenade will let you feel the cooling sea breeze on your face as you take in the five-star hotels on one side and the vast ocean on the other. Just make sure you’re not wearing high heels on the jogging track.
Dubai is home to some incredible outdoor bars and beach clubs where you can soak up the vibes and some sun rays.
We’ve picked out O Beach as one of our favourites but there are loads of options for a drink in cooler temperatures.
With a heady dose of glamour and a well-dressed crowd that’s just the right amount of fun, O Beach Dubai is the perfect mix of classy and party. With a stylish crowd, poolside vibes and DJs setting the perfect soundtrack, O Beach turns any day of the week into a full-on celebration. Whether you’re lounging in the sun or dancing by the pool, this is the beach club for a special occasion and needs to be on your weekly beach club rotation.
Want to dine and drink al fresco in Downtown Dubai? Time Out Market Dubai boasts a huge outdoor terrace and, with drinks starting from Dhs35, it’s one of the best places in town to soak in the views of The Dubai Fountain and Burj Khalifa and it’s easily one of the prettiest outdoor activities in Dubai – no, we’re not biased.
