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Average climate of Qatar

The climate of Qatar has an average yearly temperature of 35°C. Throughout the year, the average monthly temperature can drop to 23°C and rise to 45°C.

Annually, about 53 mm of rain falls. This gives a good overview of how much rain to expect in Qatar.

The best time to visit Qatar is January until March, November and December. During this period, you will experience pleasant temperatures and not too much rain, making it ideal to visit Qatar.

Temperature 23 to 45°C
Rain 53 mm
The climate of Qatar
  • Average yearly temperature: 35°C
  • Highest temperature: 45°C in July
  • Lowest temperature: 23°C in January
  • Precipitation:: 53 mm per year
  • Driest months: 0 mm in June, 0,2 mm in August and 0,3 mm in September
  • Wettest months: 10 mm in November, 9,0 mm in March and 8,9 mm in February

Climate table Qatar

The climate table for Qatar shows the average temperatures, precipitation, and UV index per month.

  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Daytime temperature (°C) 23 25 29 35 41 44 45 44 41 37 30 26
Nighttime temperature (°C) 14 15 19 23 27 29 32 32 30 26 22 17
Precipitation (mm) 7,6 8,9 9,0 5,2 0,5 0 1,5 0,2 0,3 1,0 10 8,3
UV Index 7 8 9 10 10 10 10 10 9 8 7 7
Best month Yes Yes Yes No No No No No No No Yes Yes

Temperature per month in Qatar

This graph shows the average high temperatures in degrees Celsius for each month in Qatar

Temperature per month in Qatar

Precipitation per month in Qatar

This graph shows the average monthly precipitation in millimeters in Qatar.

Precipitation per month in Qatar

UV index per month in Qatar

This graph shows the average UV index per month in Qatar.

UV index per month in Qatar

Yearly temperature in Qatar

This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Qatar, measured in degrees Celsius.

Yearly temperature in Qatar

Yearly total precipitation in Qatar

This graph shows the average yearly precipitation in millimeters in Qatar.

Precipitation per year in Qatar

More climate information about Qatar

On the Arabian Peninsula, in the Middle East, is a tiny country called Qatar. It has a desert climate, making it hot and dry all year round. High temperatures and little rain define Qatar's climate.

There are only two distinct seasons in Qatar: summer and winter. These seasons are not as clearly defined as in other parts of the world. The summer season, which lasts from May to October, is relentlessly hot and dry, with frequent highs of over 50 degrees Celsius. With temperatures between 20 and 30 degrees Celsius, the winter season lasts from November to April.

Summer in Qatar

Summer temperatures in Qatar can be absurdly high. This is due to the country's location in the desert, where there is little shade and the sun's rays are intense. It is not unusual for temperatures to exceed 50 degrees Celsius, meaning the heat can become unbearable.

Summer is a popular time to travel to Qatar, despite the heat. Many visitors come to the country to take advantage of the pleasant climate and engage in outdoor activities. Besides the abundance of air-conditioned shopping centres and other indoor spaces, there are numerous beaches and outdoor swimming pools where people can seek coolness.

Winter in Qatar

Although winters in Qatar are colder than summers, winters in the country are still quite warm. 20 to 30 degrees Celsius is the typical winter temperature, which is much milder than in many other parts of the world.

In Qatar, the winter months are generally sunny and dry. Humidity is low and there is not much rainfall. The weather is mild and there is little chance of rain, making this a pleasant time of year to travel to the country.

Best time to visit Qatar

Qatar is a small but vibrant country in the Middle East. Given its rich history and culture, beautiful landscapes and modern attractions, it is not surprising that Qatar is a popular travel destination for travellers from all over the world. But when is the best time to visit Qatar?

Depending on the purpose of your trip, the answer to this question will vary. If you want warm weather and lots of sunshine, then winter, from November to March, is the best time to visit Qatar. Around 25°C is the typical temperature at this time of year, which is pleasant and comfortable. You can also expect crowds and higher travel and accommodation costs during this period, which is also Qatar's busiest travel time.

If you want to avoid the crowds and save money, consider visiting Qatar between June and September. There are fewer tourists then and fantastic deals on travel and accommodation, even though this time of year is hot and muggy with temperatures often exceeding 40°C.

Weather experiences in Qatar

The weather in Qatar is rated an average of 4,7 out of 5 stars by 3 visitors.

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Weather Experience: Excellent

Beautiful sunny days. Evenings a little cooler. Good bathing conditions— This text has been automatically translated into English

Weather Experience: Good

The weather is very good but sometimes it was very hot because it was summer. There are a lot of adventurous and cultural activities. I recommend you to go in June because it is the best month of the year to visit.— This text has been automatically translated into English

Weather Experience: Excellent

We were in Doha in July 2016, around 22 July, and supposedly we experienced the highest temperature in 32 years.About 56.4 degrees Celsius.I'm not sure if this is the most accurate figure, but it was unbreathable hot outside the air conditioning.— This text has been automatically translated into English

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Average weather in Qatar per month

Click on a month below to see in detail how the weather typically is in Qatar and what to expect. Based on the historical weather data of Qatar, you can view the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.