Maktoum bin Rashid Al Maktoum Stadium
Stadium Multi-purpose stadium in Dubai hosting football matches
In Dubai, Maktoum bin Rashid Al Maktoum Stadium serves as a venue for professional football matches and local sporting events, offering stands, floodlights and regular fixtures in the city’s sporting calendar.
Maktoum bin Rashid Al Maktoum Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, named after Sheikh Maktoum bin Rashid Al Maktoum. It is primarily used for football and serves as the home ground for Al Nasr SC.
The stadium seats approximately 12,000 spectators and hosts domestic league matches and local sporting events. It is located within Dubai and is one of several mid-sized football venues in the city.
Geographically it sits in the Dubai metropolitan area and is accessible from major roads in the emirate.
- Capacity: Seating capacity is approximately 12,000 and it is primarily used for football matches.
- Main tenant: Home stadium for the Al Nasr Sports Club and used for local football competitions and occasional events.
How to Get to Maktoum bin Rashid Al Maktoum Stadium #
The stadium sits within the general Al Mamzar / Al Qusais area of Dubai. By metro, the closest lines are the Dubai Metro Green Line (exit at Al Qiyadah or Abu Hail) and then a short taxi ride (10-15 minutes). Driving from Dubai International Airport is typically 15-25 minutes depending on traffic (use Sheikh Rashid Road/D89 and local arterial roads). Parking is available on event days but can fill quickly.
Tips for Visiting Maktoum bin Rashid Al Maktoum Stadium #
- If attending a match, buy tickets in advance from the club's official outlets - queues can be long on game day.
- Use public transport: Dubai Metro (Green Line) to Al Qiyadah is closest but still requires a short taxi ride.
- Check with the club for visitor policies; parts of the stadium are sometimes closed for private events or refurbishments.
Best Time to Visit Maktoum bin Rashid Al Maktoum Stadium #
Visit during Dubai's cooler months (November-March) for comfortable match-going and outdoor activity.
Weather & Climate near Maktoum bin Rashid Al Maktoum Stadium #
Maktoum bin Rashid Al Maktoum Stadium's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with very hot summers (peaking in August) and mild winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 14°C to 40°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 14°C. Light rainfall.
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February
February is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 15°C. The wettest month with 36 mm of rain and mostly sunny skies.
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March
March is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall.
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April
April is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 20°C. Almost no rain.
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May
May is hot, feeling like 32°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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June
June is hot, feeling like 36°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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July
July is hot, feeling like 40°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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August
August is the hottest month, feeling like 39°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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September
September is hot, feeling like 36°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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October
October is hot, feeling like 30°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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November
November is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 19°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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December
December is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
