Kuwait Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The temperature in Kuwait can vary quite a bit throughout the year.
Temperatures can be very hot during the warmest months,
and pleasant during the cooler months.
The area is known for its low rainfall.
Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
Visitors to Kuwait can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very hot 43°C in July, the warmest time of the year, to a pleasant 19°C during cooler months like January.
At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around 10°C during these months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Kuwait experiences desert-like conditions in terms of precipitation with almost no rainfall, generally receiving 134 mm annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, November receives moderate rainfall, averaging 31 mm of precipitation, recorded across 3 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, July brings less rainfall, with 0.1 mm over 0 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Kuwait Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
While the amount of sunshine in Kuwait varies throughout the year, all seasons offer their own charm. Enjoy up to 10.2 hours of daily sun in July, and experience slightly darker atmosphere in December, with about 6.5 hours of daily sunlight. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average water temperature
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 18°C in February to 32°C in August.
Water temperature over the year
Average humidity
The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Kuwait.
The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 71%. In July, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 43%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Average wind speed
The average wind speed over the year ranges from 3 m/s to 5 m/s. It is lower in January, September, October, November and December and higher in June and July.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
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Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Kuwait in Kuwait
During the months of February, March and December you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
August has an average maximum temperature of 43°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 19°C.
November tops the wettest month list with 31 mm of rainfall.
August is the driest month with 0 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 307 hours of sunshine.
No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
