Kuwait experiences average highs of 31°C (88°F) and lows of 23°C (73°F) throughout the year. The climate is relatively dry, with only 2 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.
Kuwait Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Kuwait City. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Apr–Oct 
Wetter season: Jan–Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Key figures
Climate Score
7.2/10
Best: January, March, April, November, December
UV Index
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Low
Temperature 31°C / 23°C
Feels Like 31°C / 21°C
Rainy Days 2
Rainfall 9 mm
Sunshine 11 h
Humidity 46%
Wind Speed 23 km/h
Dew Point 14°C
Hottest Month
42°C
July
Avg Low33°C
Rain0days
Coldest Month
12°C
January
Avg High19°C
Rain3days
Driest Month
0days
June
Avg High41°C
Avg Low31°C
Windiest Month
28 km/h
June (Gusts 39)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding June, July, August, September due to extreme heat.
Sun Position
Sunrise 04:58
Daylight 13.6h
Sunset 18:34
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 30°C
Avg Low 22°C
Rain 2 days/mo
2/3 best months
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 42°C
Avg Low 33°C
Rain 0 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 33°C
Avg Low 25°C
Rain 1 days/mo
1/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 20°C
Avg Low 13°C
Rain 3 days/mo
2/3 best months
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: 19°C / 12°C . Feb: 20°C / 13°C . Mar: 24°C / 17°C . Apr: 30°C / 22°C . May: 36°C / 28°C . Jun: 41°C / 31°C . Jul: 42°C / 33°C . Aug: 42°C / 33°C . Sep: 39°C / 30°C . Oct: 34°C / 25°C . Nov: 27°C / 19°C . Dec: 20°C / 14°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 24 mm. Feb: 10 mm. Mar: 25 mm. Apr: 4 mm. May: 3 mm. Jun: 0 mm. Jul: 0 mm. Aug: 0 mm. Sep: 0 mm. Oct: 2 mm. Nov: 15 mm. Dec: 27 mm.
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 | Jul 2025 · 44°C | Jul · 42°C |
| Coldest month | Jan 2025 · 10°C | Jan · 12°C |
| Wettest month | Mar 2025 · 52 mm | Dec · 27 mm |
| Windiest month | Jun 2025 · 29 km/h | Jun · 28 km/h |
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 65%. Feb: 58%. Mar: 54%. Apr: 44%. May: 35%. Jun: 28%. Jul: 30%. Aug: 36%. Sep: 35%. Oct: 44%. Nov: 58%. Dec: 65%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 22 km/h . Feb: 23 km/h . Mar: 25 km/h . Apr: 25 km/h . May: 25 km/h . Jun: 28 km/h . Jul: 26 km/h . Aug: 24 km/h . Sep: 23 km/h . Oct: 20 km/h . Nov: 21 km/h . Dec: 20 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 10h. Feb: 10h. Mar: 11h. Apr: 12h. May: 13h. Jun: 13h. Jul: 12h. Aug: 12h. Sep: 12h. Oct: 11h. Nov: 10h. Dec: 9h.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January best
Excellent 
February
Good March best
Excellent April best
Excellent May
Good June
Poor July
Poor August
Poor September
Fair October
Good November best
Excellent December best
Excellent | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January best | 19°C / 12°C | 16°C / 9°C | 3days (24 mm) Excellent | 9.5h Good | 65% Muggy | Excellent | View Details |
| February | 20°C / 13°C | 18°C / 10°C | 3days (10 mm) Excellent | 9.9h Good | 58% Moderate | Good | View Details |
| March best | 24°C / 17°C | 23°C / 14°C | 3days (25 mm) Excellent | 10.9h Excellent | 54% Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
| April best | 30°C / 22°C | 31°C / 21°C | 1days (4 mm) Excellent | 11.6h Excellent | 44% Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
| May | 36°C / 28°C | 37°C / 26°C | 1days (3 mm) Excellent | 12.6h Excellent | 35% Comfortable | Good | View Details |
| June | 41°C / 31°C | 41°C / 30°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 13h Excellent | 28% Comfortable | Poor | View Details |
| July | 42°C / 33°C | 44°C / 33°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 12.4h Excellent | 30% Comfortable | Poor | View Details |
| August | 42°C / 33°C | 45°C / 33°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 12.1h Excellent | 36% Comfortable | Poor | View Details |
| September | 39°C / 30°C | 41°C / 29°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 11.6h Excellent | 35% Comfortable | Fair | View Details |
| October | 34°C / 25°C | 34°C / 24°C | 0days (2 mm) Excellent | 10.8h Excellent | 44% Moderate | Good | View Details |
| November best | 27°C / 19°C | 26°C / 18°C | 3days (15 mm) Excellent | 9.9h Good | 58% Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
| December best | 20°C / 14°C | 19°C / 12°C | 4days (27 mm) Good | 9h Good | 65% Muggy | Excellent | View Details |
Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Kuwait are January, March, April, November, December, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Kuwait City, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Kuwait is July, with average daytime highs of 42°C (108°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Kuwait is January, with average overnight lows of 12°C (53°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Kuwait is December, averaging 27mm of precipitation across 4 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
Kuwait receives approximately 133 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is June with around 13 hours. Based on climate data for Kuwait City.
The least favorable months to visit Kuwait are June, July, August, September, primarily due to extreme heat. For the best conditions, consider January, March, April, November, December instead.
Average humidity in Kuwait is 46%, classified as dry. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Average wind speeds in Kuwait are 23 km/h (14 mph). The windiest month is June with peak winds reaching 28 km/h (17 mph) (gusts up to 39 km/h / 24 mph).
Kuwait averages 21 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 18%. The clearest skies occur in August.
The annual average dew point in Kuwait is 14°C (57°F), which feels pleasant with low humidity. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Kuwait 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 Kuwait ranges from 21°C (70°F) to 31°C (88°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
Yes, May is a great time to visit Kuwait. It earns a climate score of 7.3/10 with Good.
For May in Kuwait, pack Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses, Sandals. With average highs of 36°C (97°F) and 1 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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