Sun, rooftops and outdoor dining in Dubai
We currently track 32 terraces, rooftop bars and sun spots in Dubai, kept up to date by the community. 32 of them are in the sun right now.
Looking for height? 2 places are tagged as rooftop bars. Filter the map to see which ones still have sun.
Sunset is at 14:29 and golden hour starts at 13:59.
Too hot? 3 places offer shade, parasols or shelter — useful in the middle of the day.
Sunny now
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Rooftop bars
2
Shade
3
Sunset
14:29
Golden hour
13:59
Daylight
12h 25min
Find sunny terraces, rooftop bars and outdoor seating in Dubai in real time. Sun Map is a community-driven guide where users mark where the sun hits outdoor terraces in Dubai. Tap a spot for opening hours, reviews and directions.
Top 10 sunny terraces in Dubai
The ten best sun spots in Dubai right now, ranked from 32 mapped terraces.
Chill Rooftop Lounge
Dubai
Rooftop bar4
Sun score
Level 43 Sky Lounge Bar & Resto
Dubai
Rooftop bar4
Sun score
Arabian Tea House
Al Soon Street
2
Sun score
Gazebo
Golden Mile 1 3
Shade2
Sun score
Gazebo
Golden Mile 1 Building 3
Shade2
Sun score
Gazebo
Jlt Central Park
Shade2
Sun score
Hunter & Barrel Emirates Hills
Vida Hills Hotel 1
2
Sun score
Ocean Blue
Dubai
2
Sun score
Subko Specialty Coffee Roasters and Bakehouse
شارع السركال Warehouse 15
2
Sun score
Tea & Treats Cafe
Dubai
2
Sun score
The sun score is calculated automatically from sunlit hours, how late the evening sun lasts, community ratings and check-ins, photos and how complete the listing is.
The sun in Dubai this week (week 37)
Here is the sun outlook for Dubai, 7 Sept–13 Sept. We track 32 terraces, rooftop bars and sun spots in the city and keep the sun hours up to date.
The best day for evening sun is Monday, when the sun sets at 14:34 after 12h 31min of daylight.
Days get 9 minutes shorter this week — by the weekend the sun sets at 14:27.
Planning after-work drinks in the sun? Aim for Monday in Dubai and pick a spot with sun until 14:34.
| Day | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|
| Monday 7 Sept Best evening | 14:34 | 12h 31min |
| Tuesday 8 Sept | 14:33 | 12h 29min |
| Wednesday 9 Sept | 14:32 | 12h 28min |
| Thursday 10 Sept | 14:31 | 12h 26min |
| Friday 11 Sept | 14:29 | 12h 25min |
| Saturday 12 Sept | 14:28 | 12h 24min |
| Sunday 13 Sept | 14:27 | 12h 22min |
The sun in Dubai today
Sunrise
02:04
Sun highest
08:17
Sunset
14:29
Golden hour
13:59
Daylight
12h 25min
32 spots are in the sun right now
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32 spots
Arabian Tea House
Al Soon Street
Baba Al Bahar Seafood Restaurant Jumeirah
Dubai
Barracudas
Dubai
Block 92
Sunset Mall Parking - Jumeirah St - Jumeirah - Jumeirah 3
Bu Qtair Fish Restaurant
Dubai
Chill Rooftop Lounge
Dubai
Rooftop barsCosta
Jumeira Street 680
Filli Cafe Kite Beach
Dubai
Gazebo
Golden Mile 1 3
ShadeGazebo
Golden Mile 1 Building 3
ShadeGazebo
Jlt Central Park
ShadeHunter & Barrel Emirates Hills
Vida Hills Hotel 1
Kailash Parbat Restaurant, Al Seef
Dubai
Kona Grill - AL Seef
Dubai
La Gaufrette
Dubai
Le Deck
Dubai
Level 43 Sky Lounge Bar & Resto
Dubai
Rooftop barsMaya
Dubai
Ocean Blue
Dubai
Pool Bar
Dubai
Smoky Beach
Dubai
Snappers
Dubai
Subko Specialty Coffee Roasters and Bakehouse
شارع السركال Warehouse 15
Tamoka
Dubai
Tea & Treats Cafe
Dubai
Tent Ju Meirah Restaurant
Dubai
The Banc
Dubai
The Empire
Dubai
The Green Planet cafe
Dubai
Traffic Cafe
Dubai
Wok & Co.
Dubai
Yalseah Lounge
Dubai
Sunset in Dubai month by month
How long the evening sun lasts on terraces in Dubai across the year.
| Month | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|
| January | 13:51 | 10h 44min |
| February | 14:14 | 11h 19min |
| March | 14:29 | 11h 59min |
| April | 14:42 | 12h 44min |
| May | 14:57 | 13h 21min |
| June | 15:11 | 13h 41min |
| July | 15:13 | 13h 34min |
| August | 14:56 | 13h 2min |
| September | 14:25 | 12h 19min |
| October | 13:54 | 11h 36min |
| November | 13:33 | 10h 56min |
| December | 13:33 | 10h 35min |
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Guide: sun and terraces in Dubai
Sun Map maps 32 outdoor spots in Dubai, including 2 rooftop bars and 0 beach clubs. Sun status is calculated from the real-time position of the sun and topped up with sun hours flagged by guests and owners. You see where the sun actually is right now – not just where there are outdoor tables.
Good to know
- Narrow streets lose the sun earlier – rooftop bars in Dubai keep it longest.
- Prefer shade? Filter on Shade for umbrellas, pergolas and awnings.
- Opening and sun hours are kept up to date by the community – flag any changes.
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FAQ – Dubai
- Which terraces in Dubai are in the sun right now?
- Sun Map calculates the sun's position in real time and shows which of the 32 terraces, rooftop bars and beach clubs in Dubai are sunny right now – and how long the sun lasts.
- Where can I find rooftop bars in Dubai?
- Filter by rooftop bar, roof terrace or beach club in Dubai and sort by sun right now, distance or reviews from real guests.
- Is Sun Map free?
- Yes. Search, sun hours, opening hours and directions are free – no account needed.
- Can I find terraces with shade in Dubai?
- Yes. Filter by Shade for parasols, pergolas, awnings or natural shade – and by Wind shelter on breezy days. Sun and shade can be selected together.
- Which quick filters are available in Dubai?
- Last sun after 7pm, beer & after work, coffee, rooftop bar, beach club, waterfront, pool bar, garden, live music, dog friendly, sidewalk seating, wind shelter and shade – combine several at once.
- How is the Top 10 in Dubai ranked?
- By SunScore, which weighs sun quality, ratings (both Sun Map and Google Maps), community activity and how complete a listing is. Placement cannot be bought.
- How do I know if the sun is out right now?
- Guests report ☀️, ⛅ or 🌧️ with one tap, and reports from the last two hours show the live conditions. The week forecast also blends sun hours, temperature and clear skies into the best day.
- Do I need an account?
- No. As a guest you can browse every terrace, the map and the city guides. An account is only needed for favourites, check-ins, reviews and friends.
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