The biggest temperature swing occurs between October and November, as typical highs shift from 35°C / 95.1°F to 29.1°C / 84.3°F (about 6°C / 10.8°F).
| Month | Low Temperature | High Temperature | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14.1°C | 21.8°C | MILD |
| February | 14.8°C | 23.4°C | WARM |
| March | 17.4°C | 27°C | WARM |
| April | 21.5°C | 32.1°C | HOT |
| May | 26°C | 37.7°C | HOT |
| June | 28.4°C | 40.4°C | HOT |
| July | 30°C | 41.1°C | HOT |
| August | 29.9°C | 40.7°C | HOT |
| September | 27.7°C | 38.7°C | HOT |
| October | 24.8°C | 35°C | HOT |
| November | 21°C | 29.1°C | WARM |
| December | 16.3°C | 24°C | WARM |
August has the warmest typical feels-like highs (44.7°C / 112.4°F), while January is coolest (19.8°C / 67.6°F).
| Month | Low Feels Like | High Feels Like | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12.1°C | 19.8°C | MILD |
| February | 12.8°C | 21.4°C | MILD |
| March | 15.9°C | 25.5°C | WARM |
| April | 21.1°C | 31.7°C | HOT |
| May | 26.6°C | 37.7°C | HOT |
| June | 29.7°C | 40.6°C | HOT |
| July | 33.4°C | 43°C | HOT |
| August | 35.5°C | 44.7°C | HOT |
| September | 32.4°C | 41.7°C | HOT |
| October | 27.9°C | 36.7°C | HOT |
| November | 21.6°C | 28.8°C | WARM |
| December | 15.3°C | 22.6°C | WARM |
Rainfall is fairly even through the year, ranging from 0 mm / 0 inches to 14.4 mm / 0.57 inches per month.
| Month | Baseline | Rainfall | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -5.7 mm | 14.4 mm | DRY |
| February | -5.7 mm | 7.9 mm | DRY |
| March | -5.7 mm | 11.5 mm | DRY |
| April | -5.7 mm | 4.6 mm | DRY |
| May | -5.7 mm | 1.3 mm | DRY |
| June | -5.7 mm | 0 mm | DRY |
| July | -5.7 mm | 0.9 mm | DRY |
| August | -5.7 mm | 0.1 mm | DRY |
| September | -5.7 mm | 0.1 mm | DRY |
| October | -5.7 mm | 1 mm | DRY |
| November | -5.7 mm | 7.4 mm | DRY |
| December | -5.7 mm | 11.5 mm | DRY |
May has the strongest peak UV (around index 8.8).
| Month | Baseline | UV Index | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 0 | 5.7 | MODERATE |
| February | 0 | 6.9 | HIGH |
| March | 0 | 8 | VERY HIGH |
| April | 0 | 8.6 | VERY HIGH |
| May | 0 | 8.8 | VERY HIGH |
| June | 0 | 8.8 | VERY HIGH |
| July | 0 | 8.8 | VERY HIGH |
| August | 0 | 8.7 | VERY HIGH |
| September | 0 | 8.3 | VERY HIGH |
| October | 0 | 7.4 | HIGH |
| November | 0 | 6.1 | HIGH |
| December | 0 | 5.1 | MODERATE |
Daylight ranges from 10.6h in December to 13.7h in June.
| Month | Baseline | Daylight Hours | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 0h | 10.8h | BALANCED |
| February | 0h | 11.3h | BALANCED |
| March | 0h | 12h | BALANCED |
| April | 0h | 12.8h | BALANCED |
| May | 0h | 13.4h | LONG |
| June | 0h | 13.7h | LONG |
| July | 0h | 13.5h | LONG |
| August | 0h | 13h | LONG |
| September | 0h | 12.3h | BALANCED |
| October | 0h | 11.6h | BALANCED |
| November | 0h | 10.9h | BALANCED |
| December | 0h | 10.6h | BALANCED |
December is most humid (69.2%), while May is driest (41.2%).
| Month | Baseline | Humidity (avg) | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31.4% | 68.5% | HUMID |
| February | 31.4% | 64% | COMFORTABLE |
| March | 31.4% | 57% | COMFORTABLE |
| April | 31.4% | 49.2% | COMFORTABLE |
| May | 31.4% | 41.2% | DRY |
| June | 31.4% | 41.6% | DRY |
| July | 31.4% | 47.5% | COMFORTABLE |
| August | 31.4% | 55.8% | COMFORTABLE |
| September | 31.4% | 57.5% | COMFORTABLE |
| October | 31.4% | 59.9% | COMFORTABLE |
| November | 31.4% | 62.9% | COMFORTABLE |
| December | 31.4% | 69.2% | HUMID |
June has the strongest typical average wind (18.5 km/h / 11.5 mph), while October is calmest (13.0 km/h / 8.1 mph).
| Month | Baseline | Wind (avg) | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10.9 km/h | 16.8 km/h | CALM |
| February | 10.9 km/h | 18.2 km/h | CALM |
| March | 10.9 km/h | 17.9 km/h | CALM |
| April | 10.9 km/h | 16.5 km/h | CALM |
| May | 10.9 km/h | 17 km/h | CALM |
| June | 10.9 km/h | 18.5 km/h | CALM |
| July | 10.9 km/h | 16.3 km/h | CALM |
| August | 10.9 km/h | 13.4 km/h | CALM |
| September | 10.9 km/h | 13.3 km/h | CALM |
| October | 10.9 km/h | 13 km/h | CALM |
| November | 10.9 km/h | 15.5 km/h | CALM |
| December | 10.9 km/h | 15.9 km/h | CALM |
June is windiest by P95 gust signal (57.2 km/h / 35.5 mph).
| Month | Baseline | Wind (gusts) | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 0 km/h | 49.3 km/h | WINDY |
| February | 0 km/h | 52.7 km/h | VERY WINDY |
| March | 0 km/h | 54.4 km/h | VERY WINDY |
| April | 0 km/h | 52.9 km/h | VERY WINDY |
| May | 0 km/h | 55.1 km/h | VERY WINDY |
| June | 0 km/h | 57.2 km/h | VERY WINDY |
| July | 0 km/h | 52.6 km/h | VERY WINDY |
| August | 0 km/h | 47.2 km/h | WINDY |
| September | 0 km/h | 44.6 km/h | WINDY |
| October | 0 km/h | 41.8 km/h | WINDY |
| November | 0 km/h | 45.4 km/h | WINDY |
| December | 0 km/h | 46.8 km/h | WINDY |
March has the most rain days (~3.3), while June has the fewest (~0). Rain days count the average number of days in a month with measurable rain (about 0.1 mm or more).
| Month | Baseline | Rain Days | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -1.3 days | 3.2 days | RARE |
| February | -1.3 days | 2.3 days | RARE |
| March | -1.3 days | 3.3 days | RARE |
| April | -1.3 days | 1.4 days | RARE |
| May | -1.3 days | 0.3 days | RARE |
| June | -1.3 days | 0 days | RARE |
| July | -1.3 days | 0.3 days | RARE |
| August | -1.3 days | 0.1 days | RARE |
| September | -1.3 days | 0.1 days | RARE |
| October | -1.3 days | 0.5 days | RARE |
| November | -1.3 days | 2.1 days | RARE |
| December | -1.3 days | 2.3 days | RARE |
January has the most heavy rain/washout risk days (~1). Heavy rain days are the average number of days likely to bring stronger downpours that can disrupt outdoor plans.
| Month | Baseline | Heavy Rain Days | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 0 days | 1 days | OCCASIONAL |
| February | 0 days | 0 days | RARE |
| March | 0 days | 1 days | OCCASIONAL |
| April | 0 days | 0 days | RARE |
| May | 0 days | 0 days | RARE |
| June | 0 days | 0 days | RARE |
| July | 0 days | 0 days | RARE |
| August | 0 days | 0 days | RARE |
| September | 0 days | 0 days | RARE |
| October | 0 days | 0 days | RARE |
| November | 0 days | 0 days | RARE |
| December | 0 days | 1 days | OCCASIONAL |
June has the highest heat-risk day count (~30 days). Heat days are the average number of days that exceed our location-specific heat-risk threshold.
| Month | Baseline | Heat Days | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 0 days | 0 days | LOW |
| February | 0 days | 0 days | LOW |
| March | 0 days | 2 days | ELEVATED |
| April | 0 days | 15 days | SEVERE |
| May | 0 days | 29 days | SEVERE |
| June | 0 days | 30 days | SEVERE |
| July | 0 days | 30 days | SEVERE |
| August | 0 days | 30 days | SEVERE |
| September | 0 days | 30 days | SEVERE |
| October | 0 days | 28 days | SEVERE |
| November | 0 days | 4 days | ELEVATED |
| December | 0 days | 0 days | LOW |
Daylight varies from 10.6 hours in December (winter) to 13.7 hours in June (summer), which is a difference of 3.1 hours.
Northern Hemisphere seasons shape the weather patterns throughout the year. Here's what to expect in each season:
| Ranking Goal | #1 | #2 | #3 | #4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest rain risk | Feb 0 risk days | Apr 0 risk days | May 0 risk days | Jun 0 risk days |
| Lowest heatwave risk | Jan 0 risk days | Feb 0 risk days | Dec 0 risk days | Mar 2 risk days |
| Lowest cold risk | Mar 0 risk days | Apr 0 risk days | May 0 risk days | Jun 0 risk days |
| Lowest wind disruption risk | Oct 42 km/h | Sep 45 km/h | Nov 45 km/h | Dec 47 km/h |
| Most comfortable evenings | Dec 85 / 100 | Mar 84 / 100 | Feb 78 / 100 | Nov 77 / 100 |
| Best outdoor reliability | Nov 91 / 100 | Feb 86 / 100 | Apr 69 / 100 | Oct 68 / 100 |
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View Best Time to VisitThe best months to visit Doha depend on your preferences. For warm weather, July is typically the warmest month. For dry conditions, June, August, September tend to have the least rainfall. Consider your priorities, and whether you prefer warmer temperatures, drier weather, or longer daylight hours.
July is typically the warmest month in Doha, with average high temperatures reaching around 41°C (106°F). This is peak summer weather, ideal for outdoor activities and sightseeing.
January is usually the coldest month, with average low temperatures dropping to around 14°C (57°F). Pack warm layers if visiting during this time, especially for evening activities.
January typically sees the most rainfall in Doha, averaging around 14mm (0.6 inches). It's wise to pack waterproof layers and have some indoor backup plans if you're visiting during this month.
June is typically the driest month, with average rainfall of just 0mm (0.0 inches). This makes it an excellent time for outdoor exploration and activities with minimal risk of rain disruption.
Temperatures in Doha range from average lows of 23°C (73°F) to highs of 33°C (91°F). This variation means you'll want to pack differently depending on when you visit, as layers are key for adapting to the seasonal changes.
Yes, sun protection is important in Doha. UV levels can reach 9 during peak months, which is considered very high. Pack sunscreen (SPF 30+), sunglasses, and a hat, especially if you'll be outdoors for extended periods.