City in Dhofar Governorate, Oman
Salalah weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Salalah
Khareef (late Jun–Sep) is misty, 20–28 °C and green; Dec–Feb is warm and dry. Apr–May is hot and humid. Khareef prices rise.
Salalah weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan27°2 mm
- Feb28°7 mm
- Mar30°33 mm
- Apr33°5 mm
- May34°55 mm
- Jun33°11 mm
- Jul30°82 mm
- Aug29°58 mm
- Sep30°94 mm
- Oct32°2 mm
- Nov31°11 mm
- Dec29°3 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°C81°F | 19°C67°F | 2 mm | 58% | Pleasant |
| February | 28°C83°F | 20°C68°F | 7 mm | 60% | Pleasant |
| March | 30°C87°F | 22°C72°F | 33 mm | 62% | Pleasant |
| April | 33°C91°F | 25°C77°F | 5 mm | 66% | Pleasant |
| May | 34°C92°F | 27°C80°F | 55 mm | 73% | Hot |
| June | 33°C91°F | 27°C81°F | 11 mm | 80% | Hot & humid |
| July | 30°C85°F | 25°C78°F | 82 mm | 87% | Pleasant |
| August | 29°C84°F | 24°C76°F | 58 mm | 88% | Pleasant |
| September | 30°C87°F | 24°C76°F | 94 mm | 83% | Pleasant |
| October | 32°C90°F | 24°C75°F | 2 mm | 66% | Pleasant |
| November | 31°C88°F | 23°C74°F | 11 mm | 60% | Pleasant |
| December | 29°C84°F | 21°C69°F | 3 mm | 58% | Pleasant |
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Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Salalah?
Jul–Sep, Dec–Feb. Khareef (late Jun–Sep) is misty, 20–28 °C and green; Dec–Feb is warm and dry. Apr–May is hot and humid. Khareef prices rise.
When is the rainy season in Salalah?
Rain peaks in September with about 94 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Salalah?
May, with average highs of 34°C (92°F).
How cold does Salalah get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 19°C (67°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 2.1°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.