Climate of Muscat, Oman
Area-weighted average across Muscat. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Muscat, a subdivision of Oman, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 18.3°C / 64.9°F in January to 32°C / 89.6°F in June, with rainfall from 4 mm / 0.2 in to 52 mm / 2 in depending on the season (252 mm / 9.9 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18.3°C64.9°F | 18 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 19.6°C67.3°F | 32 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| March | 22.6°C72.7°F | 31 mm1.2″ | Sunny & Warm |
| April | 26.8°C80.2°F | 18 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Hot |
| May | 30.9°C87.6°F | 6 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Hot |
| June | 32°C89.6°F | 11 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Hot |
| July | 31.1°C88°F | 47 mm1.9″ | — |
| August | 29.5°C85.1°F | 52 mm2″ | — |
| September | 28.4°C83.1°F | 12 mm0.5″ | Sunny & Hot |
| October | 26.5°C79.7°F | 4 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Hot |
| November | 22.7°C72.9°F | 7 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Warm |
| December | 19.8°C67.6°F | 14 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Muscat?
The best months to visit Muscat, Oman for sunny, dry weather are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November, December. The warmest month is June at an area-wide average of 32°C / 89.6°F, and the driest is October with about 4 mm / 0.2 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Muscat?
Muscat, Oman has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 18.3°C / 64.9°F in January to 32°C / 89.6°F in June. Annual rainfall averages about 252 mm / 9.9 in, with the wettest month being August (52 mm / 2 in) and the driest October (4 mm / 0.2 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Muscat?
The hottest month in Muscat is June, with an area-wide average temperature of 32°C / 89.6°F.
What is the coldest month in Muscat?
The coldest month in Muscat is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 18.3°C / 64.9°F.
When does it rain most in Muscat?
The wettest month in Muscat is August, averaging about 52 mm / 2 in of rainfall. The driest is October with about 4 mm / 0.2 in.