Temperatures in May
It's hot in May in Qatar with an average temperature of 39°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 36°C to a high of 42°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 27°C and 31°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Qatar in May. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Qatar with hot temperatures, averaging around 38°C during the day and nights close to 28°C. You won’t see any precipitation in the first days of the month, it’s all sunny skies. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
Mid-May
By mid-May, the average daytime temperature rises to around 40°C, with nights close to 29°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Qatar will be around 41°C, with nights close to 31°C. No precipitation expected, with plenty of sunshine on the horizon. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
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Precipitation in May
According to weather history, there is only 0,5 mm of precipitation in May. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
The average chance of precipitation is only 1% in May.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in May for Qatar. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Qatar in May |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
39°C | 18°C | |
 High Temp |
42°C | 21°C | |
| Low Temp |
36°C | 15°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
0,5 mm | 46 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
0 days | 8 days | |
April
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Qatar?
May isn’t a good time to be in Qatar. The average temperature of 39°C this month is uncomfortably hot for a pleasant stay.
Temperature records for Qatar in May
With 47°C, Qatar hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in May 2014. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 30°C in 2020. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 20°C to a high of 34°C.
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The climate of Qatar is based on weather data from Doha. Other locations might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Qatar for a full picture of the climate.
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Daily Temperature in May in Qatar
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in May in Qatar, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Qatar
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Qatar, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect it to stay dry all month in Qatar.
Daily UV Index in May in Qatar
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Qatar, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in Qatar Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Qatar, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in May in Qatar Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Qatar, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in May for Qatar
Click on a specific day in May for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Qatar. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Qatar by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Qatar. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
