What’s the climate like in Bahrain?
The current climate of Bahrain features average monthly temperatures ranging from highs of 41°C during the day to lows of 21°C. The average yearly temperature is around 33°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 15°C and in the warmer months around 33°C.
The highest temperature recorded in Bahrain in recent years was 47°C in May 2014. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 13°C in February 2017.
On average, Bahrain receives 64 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, UK gets 701 mm of precipitation annually.
The climate of Bahrain is based on weather data from Manama. Other locations might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Bahrain for a full picture of the climate.
Best time to visit Bahrain?
The best time to visit Bahrain for sunny weather is January through April and October through December. During this period, you'll have good temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Bahrain. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
Climate Table of Bahrain
The climate table of Bahrain shows the average temperatures, precipitation, and UV index per month. The table gives an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of precipitation in millimetres, the total snowfall in centimetres, and the UV index for each month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Temp. max (°C) | 21 | 23 | 27 | 32 | 37 | 40 | 41 | 41 | 39 | 35 | 29 | 24 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 16 | 17 | 20 | 24 | 29 | 32 | 33 | 34 | 32 | 28 | 23 | 19 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 13 | 15 | 7,3 | 4,6 | 0,1 | 0 | 0,7 | 0 | 0 | 1,1 | 13 | 9,0 |
| UV Index | 6 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 6 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
- Average yearly temperature: 33°C
- Highest temperature: 41°C in July and August
- Lowest temperature: 21°C in January
- Precipitation: 64 mm per year
- Driest months: 0 mm in June, August and September
- Wettest months: 15 mm in February, 13 mm in January and 13 mm in November
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Average Temperature per Month in Bahrain
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Bahrain. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in Bahrain
This graph shows how much precipitation Bahrain gets on average per month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of precipitation is measured in millimetres and the average is calculated based on the recorded precipitation per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in Bahrain
This graph shows the average UV index per month in Bahrain. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in Bahrain
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Bahrain. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in Bahrain
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Bahrain over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimetres, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Weather experiences in Bahrain
The weather in Bahrain is rated an average of 3,3 out of 5 stars by 4 visitors. Have you been to Bahrain? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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Warm during the day and a little cool at night. The sun shone brightly but not too hot. Don't miss the chance to travel without sweating.— This text is automatically translated to English
December in Bahrain was beautiful, with pleasant temperatures and sunny days. It was occasionally windy, but generally quite pleasant. Spectacular sunsets and blue skies.— This text is automatically translated to English
Evenings were more pleasant with cooler temperatures. Air conditioning is a necessity. September is a month with fewer tourists.— This text is automatically translated to English
Although there was plenty of sunshine, the high temperature and humidity made it more suitable for indoor activities than outdoor recreation. Drink lots of water!— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in Bahrain by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Bahrain. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
