Exploring Dubai in January: Ideal Weather and Must-Do Activities

January in Dubai is considered to be a perfect time to visit this amazing emirate as well as to enjoy the nice weather and interesting events. If you are an adrenaline junkie, a cultural lover, or on a family vacation, there are many things to do in Dubai in January.

Here are the top activities to do in Dubai in January whether you prefer outdoor activities or indoor activities to kick start your year.

Weather and What to Expect

January is a good time to visit Dubai as the temperatures are moderate during the day with average high of 24°C (75°F) and low of about 14°C (57°F) at night. This is a good climate for both outdoor and indoor activities so the visitors can have the best of their trip.

Activities to Do in Dubai for Children

Dubai is a fantastic destination for families, with numerous things to do in Dubai for kids:

IMG Worlds of Adventure

IMG Worlds of Adventure is the largest indoor theme park in the world and should not be missed when in Dubai. Lastly, there are always special IMG Worlds of Adventure tickets offers in January. These may include:

• Offers for advance bookings through the web

• Other attractions are also combined with this park.

• Special weekday rates

• Family package deals

• Customers are advised to visit the official IMG Worlds of Adventure website or any other ticket selling agents for more details on any offer or promotion.

KidZania

This facility is located in Dubai Mall where children can mimic real adult occupations in a life-like city within the facility.

Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo

This is a large aquarium situated in Dubai Mall with a tunnel that allows people to walk through in the middle of the aquarium and a zoo with different forms of aquatic animals.

OliOli Children's Museum

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This fun and educational venue is a children’s museum where visitors can explore and touch many of the displays.

Legoland Dubai

Legoland is one of the parks that are part of Dubai Parks and Resorts that provides rides, shows, and building activities ideal for children aged 2-12.

Cultural Experiences

Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood

Walk through the restored buildings of this fascinating old town with the Dubai Museum, art galleries and cultural institutions.

The Sheikh Mohammed Centre for Cultural Understanding

Interact with the locals, engage in cultural meals, join heritage tours and conversations to discover the Emirati culture.

Alserkal Avenue

This is one of the newest and most popular arts areas in Dubai where modern art galleries, performance venues, and trendy coffee shops are located.

Outdoor Adventures and Events

Dubai Shopping Festival

January is also the height of the Dubai Shopping Festival, a whole month of shopping, fun and excitement and fabulous lucky draws. Get up to 90% off on items in the malls, fun stilt walkers and jugglers in the streets, and spectacular fireworks every night.

Desert Safari

It is also important to note that January is relatively cool for the desert, which makes it the best time for a safari. This involves sand bashing, camel riding and watching a beautiful sunset on the sand dunes, and a dinner in the Bedouin fashion.

Miracle Garden

See the largest natural garden of flowers with over millions of flowers arranged in designs and structures. The garden is at its best during January, which provides a lot of colors and photo moments.

Global Village

This is a multicultural festival park that has pavilions of different countries, international foods, shows and performances and carnival. Especially when it is warm in January, as it is now, it is quite fun.

Adventure Activities in Dubai

For thrill-seekers, Dubai offers a range of exciting adventure activities:

Skydiving over Palm Jumeirah

Go on an unforgettable tandem skydive that will give you the thrill of your life, accompanied by stunning views of Palm Jumeirah and Dubai skyline.

Zip-lining in Dubai Marina

Take on the XLine, one of the world’s longest urban ziplines, which will take you flying across Dubai Marina for an adrenaline pumping urban ride.

Hot Air Balloon Ride

Experience a hot air balloon ride over the beautiful desert at sunrise, one of the most beautiful experiences in the cold January morning.

Aquaventure Waterpark

Though it may appear chilly in January for water activities, the water park at Aquaventure is equipped with heated water and fun water slides.

Indoor Activities in Dubai

On cooler days or for a break from the sun, Dubai offers numerous exciting indoor activities:

Dubai Mall and Burj Khalifa

Shop at the largest Mall of the world and then take a ride to the tallest building of the world to have a bird eye view of the city.

Ski Dubai

Ski in the middle of a desert at this Ski Dubai in Mall of the Emirates, where they have real snow and winter sports.

Dubai Museum

Discover the past and tradition of Dubai in this climate controlled museum located in the Al Fahidi Fort.

Dubai Opera

Here is the program of the Dubai Opera where you can always find the best performances starting from opera and ballet and ending up with concerts and comedy nights.

Dining and Nightlife

Dinner at Burj Al Arab

Treat yourself to a fine dining experience in one of the restaurants in the Burj Al Arab which is considered as a seven star hotel.

Dhow Cruise Dinner

Have a dinner cruise on a dhow boat in the evening along the Dubai Creek or Dubai marina, while you watch the city lights.

Rooftop Bars

Dubai has plenty of bars on the rooftop where you can enjoy the night life in a more glamorous way.

Conclusion

Dubai in January – the weather is great, there are many interesting events, and a wide choice of things to do. Whether you are a fan of adventurous activities or a family traveling with your kids, there are heaps of things to do in Dubai. If you are interested in experiencing the beautiful outdoors in January, Dubai weather in January will not disappoint you or if you are interested in staying indoors, there are numerous things to do in Dubai in January.

Do not leave without a chance to also look for the special IMG Worlds of Adventure tickets deals to enhance your trip. So much to see and do, the night life, the shopping, the sun, the sand, the sea and the sky, Dubai in January will definitely be the start of your wonderful year!