Qatar weather

Qatar is a small country on the Gulf coast of Saudi Arabia, which is more pleasant to visit in winter than in summer. Read more

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The weather guide for Qatar, represented by Doha, (Doha) shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia) & today's weather forecast provided by meteoblue. Find out more about our data sources.

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When is the best time to go to Qatar?

The best time to go to Qatar (Doha) is January, February, March, November and December based on the following average weather conditions.

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Jan
4
Feb
4
Mar
3.5
Apr
2.5
May
2.5
Jun
2.5
Jul
2.5
Aug
2.5
Sep
2.5
Oct
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Nov
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Max Day Temperature (°F)

72
Jan
73
Feb
79
Mar
90
Apr
100
May
104
Jun
106
Jul
104
Aug
100
Sep
95
Oct
84
Nov
75
Dec

Hours of Sunshine (daily)

8
Jan
8
Feb
8
Mar
9
Apr
11
May
11
Jun
11
Jul
11
Aug
10
Sep
10
Oct
9
Nov
8
Dec

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Monthly rainfall

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Qatar weather overview

Winter, spring and autumn days in Qatar are warm and sunny, with occasional light rainfall, while the summer months are uncomfortably hot and very dry.

Although summer temperatures in Qatar are slightly lower on the coast, high humidity creates an oppressive environment and, in the hottest weather, there is a danger of heatstroke for the unwary.

What to pack for Qatar weather

Light clothes are essential in the summer heat but take slightly warmer attire if you are visiting in the winter.

More about Qatar

A first timer's guide to Qatar

Which is the hottest month in Qatar?

The hottest time of year in Doha, Qatar is normally August. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 104°F with extreme heat and humidity.

Does it ever rain in Qatar?

It never rains much in Doha, Qatar but February usually has the most rain with an average of 0.7 inches. There are normally 4 days in February with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Qatar?

The sunniest time of year in Doha, Qatar is normally October with bright sunshine on average for 86% of daylight hours; that's 10 hours of sunshine per day.