The month in detail
What to expect in July
Summer in Salalah brings pleasant temperatures (29°C) and long sunny days (1.4h of sunshine). Rain risk remains low (23% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities.
July ranks 12 out of 12 months in Salalah. Compared to June: −2°C daytime, 19 pts more rainy days, −5.3h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in July
UV index
4 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
very humid
24°
Sea
27°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
12.9h of daylight
Air quality
poor
AQI 197
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Is July the right month?
The best month in Salalah is February (9.5/10), 4.4 pts higher than July.
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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 monthMay · 32°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 26°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJuly · 23%
🏖️ Beach holiday
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
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Location
Where is Salalah ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
OmanTemperate oceanic climate with a 9.5 → 5.1 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
17.02°N · 54.09°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Salalah?
December is the best month with 28.0°C highs, 20.0°C lows, 9.6h of sunshine and 1.0% rainy days. The months of December & February offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Salalah get in December?
Salalah averages 9.6 sunshine hours per day in December. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 9.4/10.
What is the rainiest month in Salalah?
July is the most unfavourable month with July has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Salalah in December?
In December, overnight lows reach 20.0°C, while afternoon highs average 28.0°C.
Is Salalah good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Salalah scores 9.2/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains December with a score of 9.4/10.
When should you avoid Salalah?
July is the most difficult month to visit Salalah, with July has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Salalah in July?
In July, the sea averages 27°C in Salalah: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Salalah in July?
The average UV index reaches 4 in July in Salalah (moderate), with about 12.9h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.