Description

International airport serving the Emirate of Dubai, UAE. It opened on 27 June 2010, previous interim names included "Jebel Ali International Airport", "Jebel Ali Airport City", and "Dubai World Central International Airport".

Climatology

Hot Desert Climate (Köppen climate classification BWh) - Hot desert climates are typically found in the subtropics where there is unbroken sunshine for the whole year due to the stable descending air and high pressure, little or no precipitation. Maximum temperatures of 40°C to 45°C are not uncommon, particularly during the warmer months of the year.