Dubai vs Istanbul in August

Istanbul is the better pick in August — 77 vs 27 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Istanbul is hot, dry, clean air, while Dubai is sweltering, dry, poor air quality.

Dubai vs IstanbulAugust climate, side by side

DubaiIstanbul
Comfort score27/100 (F)77/100 (B)
Feels-like high46°C30°C
Avg high / low43° / 29°29° / 22°
Rainfall1 mm15 mm
Rainy days04
Humidity46%72%
Air quality (AQI)15449

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Dubai vs Istanbul in August — FAQ

Is August better in Dubai or Istanbul?
Istanbul is the better pick in August — 77 vs 27 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Istanbul is hot, dry, clean air, while Dubai is sweltering, dry, poor air quality.
What is the weather like in Dubai vs Istanbul in August?
In August, Dubai averages 43°C high / 29°C low with about 1 mm of rain; Istanbul averages 29°C high / 22°C low with about 15 mm.