Muscat, OmanQuick decision
When to visit Muscat?
🌞 Best time overall
February
🌡️ Optimal temperature
64°F–79°F in February
🌧 Least rain
4% rainy days in February
🌧 Wettest month
May (1%)
📅 Best score
9.0/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
Sultan Qaboos Grand MosqueOct–Mar — one of the world's finest mosques, giant Persian carpet.
Wahiba SandsNov–Mar — golden dunes, Bedouin bivouac, 4x4 desert safari.
Musandam fjordsOct–Apr — dhow cruise, diving, dolphins, spectacular scenery.
Muttrah souksOct–Apr — frankincense, Omani silver, seaside corniche.
Monthly climate data
Muscat weather month by month
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rainy days (%) | Precip. in/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 63°F | 75°F | 8% | 0.0in | 10.2h | 8.5/10 |
| ☀️ February | 64°F | 79°F | 4% | 0.0in | 10.9h | 9.0/10 |
| ☀️ March | 72°F | 84°F | 6% | 0.0in | 11.1h | 9.0/10 |
| ☀️ April | 79°F | 93°F | 3% | 0.0in | 12.0h | 7.7/10 |
| 🥵 May | 86°F | 100°F | 1% | 0.0in | 12.0h | 6.9/10 |
| 🥵 June | 88°F | 102°F | 0% | 0.0in | 12.0h | 6.9/10 |
| 🥵 July | 88°F | 100°F | 3% | 0.0in | 11.3h | 6.9/10 |
| 🥵 August | 84°F | 99°F | 0% | 0.0in | 11.4h | 6.9/10 |
| 🥵 September | 82°F | 97°F | 0% | 0.0in | 11.8h | 6.9/10 |
| ☀️ October | 79°F | 93°F | 3% | 0.0in | 11.0h | 7.6/10 |
| ☀️ November | 72°F | 86°F | 4% | 0.0in | 10.2h | 8.6/10 |
| ☀️ December | 66°F | 79°F | 5% | 0.0in | 10.0h | 8.8/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Good time
Average 34°F, 3% rainy days, 11.7h sunshine/day. Score: 7.9/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Acceptable
Average 38°F, 1% rainy days, 11.6h sunshine/day. Score: 6.9/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time
Average 33°F, 2% rainy days, 11.0h sunshine/day. Score: 7.7/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Excellent time
Average 25°F, 6% rainy days, 10.4h sunshine/day. Score: 8.8/10.
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Tip : May, June offer a good weather/price balance — decent score with fewer crowds.
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FAQ
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February is ideal with 4% rainy days and 26°F. The months of February & March offer comparable conditions.
May is the wettest month with 1% rainy days.
Yes, February is the best month with an average of 26°F.
In winter, the average score is 8.8/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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