How Big Is Dubai?

UAE · Asia

Area

4,114 km²

1,588 mi²

Population

3.3M

Density

809/km²

Founded

1833

Dubai Size Overview

Dubai covers an area of 4,114 km² (1,588 mi²) in UAE, Asia. A global city and business hub in the Middle East. The city is often called "City of Gold". To put this in perspective, Dubai is roughly the same size as Rhode Island.

With a population of 3.3 million, Dubai has a population density of 809 people per km².

Dubai has a history stretching back to 1833. The city is renowned for Burj Khalifa, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai Mall, and Desert safaris.

Dubai has a hot desert climate, with summer temperatures averaging 36°C and winters around 19°C. The city's main public transit system is the Dubai Metro.

Did You Know?

  • Dubai went from a small fishing village to a global metropolis in just 50 years
  • The Burj Khalifa at 828m is so tall that residents on upper floors break their Ramadan fast two minutes later than those at ground level

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