The month in detail
What to expect in January
Even in winter, Oman enjoys 24°C. A real asset for escaping the European cold. Rain is virtually absent (5% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if March (9.2/10) remains theoretically better.
January ranks 5 out of 12 months in Oman. Compared to December: −2°C daytime.
This month's conditions
What it's like in January
UV index
6 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
comfortable
12°
Sea
24°C
pleasant for swimming
Daylight
10.7h of daylight
Air quality
poor
AQI 62
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Is January the right month?
The best month in Oman is March (9.2/10), 0.5 pt higher than January.
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Plan your trip
Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach holiday.
Country · Oman
🗣️LanguageArabic
💶CurrencyRial omanais (ر.ع.)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘAt risk · 4/5
💰Cost of living ⓘCheap · 2/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthJune · 39°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 24°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJanuary · 5%
🏖️ Beach holiday
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
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Location
Where is Oman ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
OmanTemperate oceanic climate with a 9.2 → 3.0 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
23.61°N · 58.54°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Oman?
March is the best month with 29.0°C highs, 21.0°C lows, 8.4h of sunshine and 4.0% rainy days. The months of March & November offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Oman get in March?
Oman averages 8.4 sunshine hours per day in March. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.9/10.
What is the rainiest month in Oman?
June is the most unfavourable month with June has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Oman in March?
In March, overnight lows reach 21.0°C, while afternoon highs average 29.0°C.
Is Oman good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Oman scores 8.4/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains March with a score of 8.9/10.
When should you avoid Oman?
June is the most difficult month to visit Oman, with June has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Oman in January?
In January, the sea averages 24°C in Oman: pleasant for swimming. Swimming is pleasant without a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Oman in January?
The average UV index reaches 6 in January in Oman (moderate), with about 10.7h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.