Muscat experiences a hot and arid climate, where average temperatures vary from a low of 24°C / 75°F in January to a high of 38°C / 100°F in June.
Precipitation is distributed throughout the year, averaging 8 mm / 0.31 inches monthly, peaking in March (17 mm / 0.67 inches) and reaching its lowest in September (0 mm / 0 inches).
UV peaks in August (index 9) and drops to its lowest in December (index 6); strong sun protection is essential during summer months.
Daylight hours range from about 10.7 hours in December to 13.6 hours in June.
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The big-picture stats that matter for planning your visit to Muscat.
Average highs up to 37.8°C and lows down to 16.7°C.
March averages 17 mm.
Typical peak UV is High.
Roughly 11 hrs to 14 hrs.
Average around 9 km/h, peaking in May.
Generally 39 % to 63 %.
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Across the year, daytime highs average about 32°C (90°F), with nights near 24°C (75°F). Overall it feels hot by day and warm after dark. Daylight is fairly typical, with enough time for sightseeing. Skies are often clear or only partly cloudy, so you’ll see a good amount of sunshine.
The driest month is usually September, with around 0 mm (0.00 in) of rain. Most other months sit somewhere in between, with a mix of dry and showery days.
UV tends to peak in August, when UV levels frequently reach very high levels (around 9), so strong sun protection is essential, especially around midday.
Across the year, average winds sit around 9 km/h (6 mph), with gusts on windier days up to about 48 km/h (30 mph). Overall it is it often feels breezy, especially in more exposed spots or along the coast.
On average, days offer about 12 hours of daylight. Daylight is fairly typical, with enough time for sightseeing.