Climate overview of Qatar
In general the sun shines many hours a day, however especially in the late and early hours there is often a less bright watery sun because of the amount of moisture in the air. This can create the most incredible colors in the sky during sunset and sunrise. In the capital Doha, it cools down less quickly during the evening than in open desert plains. That's because the pavement and buildings of the city retain the heat longer. In addition, the location near the ocean ensures that temperatures drop less quickly.
The weather is generally pleasant during the period from November until April and that's the best time to visit Qatar. During this period, the maximum temperature is between 20°C (68°F) and 28°C (82°F) in the 'coolest' months of December, January and February. In November and March you can count on maximums that are around 30°C (86°F) .
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Doha
Mesaieed
Al Wakrah
Al Khor
Ad Dawhah
Lusail
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Climate map
Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.
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Regional climate differences
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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.
| Doha | 22°C (72°F) – 41°C (106°F) | 15°C (59°F) – 31°C (88°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 3,418 hours |
| Mesaieed | 22°C (72°F) – 41°C (106°F) | 15°C (59°F) – 31°C (88°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 3,435 hours |
| Al Wakrah | 22°C (72°F) – 40°C (104°F) | 16°C (61°F) – 32°C (90°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 3,435 hours |
| Al Khor | 22°C (72°F) – 39°C (102°F) | 16°C (61°F) – 31°C (88°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 3,358 hours |
| Ad Dawhah | 22°C (72°F) – 41°C (106°F) | 15°C (59°F) – 31°C (88°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 3,435 hours |
| Lusail | 22°C (72°F) – 39°C (102°F) | 16°C (61°F) – 31°C (88°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 3,358 hours |
FAQ
What temperatures can I expect in Qatar?
Al-Rayyan is the warmest destination, reaching 41°C (106°F) in July with nights around 31°C (88°F). Al Khor is the coolest, with January daytime highs of just 22°C (72°F) and nights dropping to 16°C (61°F). Temperatures vary significantly between regions and seasons. See the city comparison for a full overview.
How much rain does Qatar get?
Rainfall varies across Qatar. Al Khor is the wettest, receiving 70 mm (2.8 in) per year, with December the wettest month at 16 mm (0.6 in). Doha is the driest at 66 mm (2.6 in) per year. Use the climate map to explore rainfall patterns across regions.
How sunny is Qatar?
Ad Dawhah is the sunniest destination in Qatar, enjoying 3,435 hours of sunshine per year, with June the brightest month at 342 hours. Overall, Qatar enjoys abundant sunshine year-round. Compare sunshine across cities in the charts above.
What is the climate like across Qatar?
Doha has very hot summers reaching 41°C (106°F) in July and warm winters dropping to 22°C (72°F), with 3,418 hours of sunshine and 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain per year. Mesaieed has very hot summers reaching 41°C (106°F) in July and warm winters dropping to 22°C (72°F), with 3,435 hours of sunshine and 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain per year. Al Wakrah has very hot summers reaching 40°C (104°F) in July and warm winters dropping to 22°C (72°F), with 3,435 hours of sunshine and 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain per year. Explore the climate charts and comparison table for more cities.
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