Sohar, Oman experiences average highs of 33°C (91°F) and lows of 23°C (73°F) throughout the year. The climate is relatively dry, with only 1 rainy days per month on average. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 11 hours per day. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Sohar, Oman Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Sohar, Oman. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Feb–Dec 
Wetter season: Jan–Mar At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
6.7/10
Best: January, February, March, November, December
UV Index
7
High
Temperature 33°C / 23°C
Feels Like 35°C / 25°C
Rainy Days 1
Rainfall 7 mm
Sunshine 11 h
Humidity 57%
Wind Speed 19 km/h
Dew Point 19°C
Hottest Month
40°C
June
Avg Low29°C
Rain0days
Coldest Month
15°C
January
Avg High25°C
Rain2days
Driest Month
0days
June
Avg High40°C
Avg Low29°C
Windiest Month
21 km/h
April (Gusts 37)
Sea Temperature
24°C – 33°C
Warmest water: July (
33.2°C
)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding June, July, August, September due to extreme heat, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:26
Daylight 13.6h
Sunset 19:04
Live conditions—
Sohar on the map · live conditions
Sohar, Oman
- Continent
- Asia
- Country
- Oman
- City
- Sohar
- Population
- 108.3K
- Coordinates
- 24.35°, 56.71°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 35°C
Avg Low 23°C
Rain 1 days/mo
1/3 best months
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 39°C
Avg Low 29°C
Rain 0 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 34°C
Avg Low 24°C
Rain 1 days/mo
1/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 26°C
Avg Low 16°C
Rain 1 days/mo
3/3 best months
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 25°C / 15°C . Feb: 27°C / 16°C . Mar: 30°C / 19°C . Apr: 35°C / 23°C . May: 40°C / 26°C . Jun: 40°C / 29°C . Jul: 39°C / 30°C . Aug: 38°C / 29°C . Sep: 37°C / 27°C . Oct: 35°C / 24°C . Nov: 30°C / 20°C . Dec: 27°C / 17°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 10 mm. Feb: 13 mm. Mar: 13 mm. Apr: 7 mm. May: 3 mm. Jun: 0 mm. Jul: 7 mm. Aug: 0 mm. Sep: 0 mm. Oct: 24 mm. Nov: 3 mm. Dec: 7 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 65%. Feb: 63%. Mar: 56%. Apr: 43%. May: 38%. Jun: 49%. Jul: 61%. Aug: 61%. Sep: 60%. Oct: 58%. Nov: 63%. Dec: 66%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 18 km/h . Feb: 19 km/h . Mar: 20 km/h . Apr: 21 km/h . May: 21 km/h . Jun: 20 km/h . Jul: 20 km/h . Aug: 19 km/h . Sep: 19 km/h . Oct: 17 km/h . Nov: 17 km/h . Dec: 16 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 10h. Feb: 10h. Mar: 11h. Apr: 12h. May: 12h. Jun: 12h. Jul: 12h. Aug: 11h. Sep: 11h. Oct: 10h. Nov: 10h. Dec: 10h.
Sea Temperature
Sea Temperatureswim
Line chart showing monthly sea temperature. Jan: 24°C . Feb: 24°C . Mar: 25°C . Apr: 27°C . May: 30°C . Jun: 33°C . Jul: 33°C . Aug: 32°C . Sep: 32°C . Oct: 31°C . Nov: 29°C . Dec: 26°C .
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 5. Feb: UV 6. Mar: UV 7. Apr: UV 8. May: UV 8. Jun: UV 9. Jul: UV 9. Aug: UV 8. Sep: UV 8. Oct: UV 7. Nov: UV 6. Dec: UV 5.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall has remained broadly steady.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | May 2025 · 41°C | Jun · 40°C |
| Coldest month | Jan 2025 · 15°C | Jan · 15°C |
| Wettest month | Dec 2025 · 6 mm | Oct · 24 mm |
| Windiest month | Apr 2025 · 22 km/h | Apr · 21 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January best
Excellent 
February best
Excellent March best
Excellent April
Good May
Fair June
Poor July
Poor August
Poor September
Poor October
Good November best
Excellent December best
Excellent | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January best | 25°C / 15°C | 24°C / 14°C | 2days (10 mm) Excellent | 9.8h Good | 65% Muggy | 5.4 High | Excellent | View Details |
| February best | 27°C / 16°C | 26°C / 16°C | 1days (13 mm) Excellent | 10.3h Excellent | 63% Muggy | 6.3 High | Excellent | View Details |
| March best | 30°C / 19°C | 30°C / 19°C | 2days (13 mm) Excellent | 10.6h Excellent | 56% Moderate | 7.3 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| April | 35°C / 23°C | 36°C / 23°C | 1days (7 mm) Excellent | 11.5h Excellent | 43% Moderate | 8.2 Very High | Good | View Details |
| May | 40°C / 26°C | 41°C / 27°C | 1days (3 mm) Excellent | 12h Excellent | 38% Comfortable | 8.4 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| June | 40°C / 29°C | 44°C / 32°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 12.2h Excellent | 49% Moderate | 8.5 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| July | 39°C / 30°C | 44°C / 36°C | 1days (7 mm) Excellent | 11.8h Excellent | 61% Muggy | 8.5 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| August | 38°C / 29°C | 43°C / 35°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 11.4h Excellent | 61% Muggy | 8.3 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| September | 37°C / 27°C | 41°C / 32°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 11.2h Excellent | 60% Moderate | 7.9 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| October | 35°C / 24°C | 37°C / 27°C | 1days (24 mm) Excellent | 10.3h Excellent | 58% Moderate | 6.8 High | Good | View Details |
| November best | 30°C / 20°C | 31°C / 22°C | 1days (3 mm) Excellent | 10h Excellent | 63% Muggy | 5.6 High | Excellent | View Details |
| December best | 27°C / 17°C | 26°C / 17°C | 1days (7 mm) Excellent | 9.7h Good | 66% Muggy | 5 Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Sohar are January, February, March, November, December, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Sohar, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Sohar is June, with average daytime highs of 40°C (104°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Sohar is January, with average overnight lows of 15°C (59°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Sohar is October, averaging 24mm of precipitation across 1 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
Sohar receives approximately 131 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is June with around 12 hours. Based on climate data for Sohar.
The least favorable months to visit Sohar are June, July, August, September, primarily due to extreme heat, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider January, February, March, November, December instead.
The annual average UV index in Sohar is 7, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Sohar is 57%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Yes — sea temperatures in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December average 29°C (84°F), which is warm and comfortable for swimming and water activities.
Average wind speeds in Sohar are 19 km/h (12 mph). The windiest month is April with peak winds reaching 21 km/h (13 mph) (gusts up to 37 km/h / 23 mph).
Sohar averages 21 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 19%. The clearest skies occur in October.
The annual average dew point in Sohar is 19°C (66°F), which feels noticeably humid. Summer months may feel slightly sticky, but conditions remain manageable for most people.
Sohar has a Hot Desert climate, classified as BWh under the Köppen system. Arid climates have very low rainfall relative to temperature, with large swings between daytime heat and cool nights.
The 'feels like' temperature in Sohar ranges from 25°C (77°F) to 35°C (95°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
June is not the best time to visit Sohar, with a climate score of 3.6/10. Consider visiting during January, February, March, November, December instead for better conditions.
For June in Sohar, pack Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses, Sandals. With average highs of 40°C (104°F) and 0 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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