Muscat Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

The climate in Muscat is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Average daytime temperatures reach a very hot 37°C (99°F) in June. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a comfortable 25°C (77°F).

At night, temperatures range from around 31°C (88°F) in June to 19°C (66°F) in January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Muscat is known for its low rainfall, with yearly precipitation amounts around 89 mm (3.5 in). Muscat can be quite wet during January, receiving approximately 18 mm (0.7 in) of precipitation over a single rainy day.

In contrast, during the driest month (September), you will experience much drier conditions, with 0.2 mm (0.01 in) of precipitation spread across 0 rainy days days. For more details, please visit our Muscat Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Muscat experiences moderate variation in sunshine hours across the seasons. With 11.6 hours daily sunshine in May, it dips to 8.2 hours in February, offering a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Muscat.

The city experiences its highest humidity in August, reaching 67%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 42%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year