Capital city in Muscat Governorate, Oman
Muscat weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Muscat
Nov–Mar is warm and dry, 20–30 °C; May–Sep is very hot, over 40 °C. Dec–Jan is busiest.
Muscat weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan26°18 mm
- Feb29°14 mm
- Mar32°21 mm
- Apr37°12 mm
- May42°6 mm
- Jun42°12 mm
- Jul42°11 mm
- Aug41°8 mm
- Sep40°4 mm
- Oct36°6 mm
- Nov31°9 mm
- Dec28°10 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°C80°F | 17°C62°F | 18 mm | 59% | Pleasant |
| February | 29°C84°F | 18°C64°F | 14 mm | 53% | Pleasant |
| March | 32°C90°F | 21°C70°F | 21 mm | 45% | Pleasant |
| April | 37°C99°F | 26°C78°F | 12 mm | 36% | Very hot |
| May | 42°C107°F | 30°C86°F | 6 mm | 30% | Very hot |
| June | 42°C108°F | 32°C89°F | 12 mm | 34% | Very hot |
| July | 42°C107°F | 32°C90°F | 11 mm | 39% | Very hot |
| August | 41°C106°F | 31°C88°F | 8 mm | 40% | Very hot |
| September | 40°C103°F | 29°C84°F | 4 mm | 38% | Very hot |
| October | 36°C98°F | 26°C79°F | 6 mm | 40% | Very hot |
| November | 31°C89°F | 22°C71°F | 9 mm | 53% | Pleasant |
| December | 28°C82°F | 18°C65°F | 10 mm | 59% | Pleasant |
Best months across Oman
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Muscat?
Nov–Mar. Nov–Mar is warm and dry, 20–30 °C; May–Sep is very hot, over 40 °C. Dec–Jan is busiest.
When is the rainy season in Muscat?
Rain peaks in March with about 21 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Muscat?
June, with average highs of 42°C (108°F).
How cold does Muscat get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 17°C (62°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 2.3°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.