Al Wakrah Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
At Al Wakrah (also spelled Al Wakra) you will find a desert climate with warm winters and hot summers. In the period November to March it is still pleasant, but from April the temperatures during the day quickly rise to around or above 40°C. It is not nice and warm, partly because there is also a relative high humidity.
For the Football World Cup to be organized in 2022, it means that measures must be taken to ensure that it is not too hot for footballers, supervisors and supporters. To combat the enormous heat, it is highly likely that cooling installations with a very high capacity will be installed in stadiums, on training complexes and in places where fans come together.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
In Al Wakrah, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very hot 40°C in July to a comfortable 22°C in January.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 16°C in January. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Al Wakrah sits in an arid zone with minimal moisture, averaging 62 mm of rainfall per year. The wettest period in Al Wakrah occurs in December, which receives around 14 mm of precipitation. During the driest month, June, Al Wakrah experiences almost no rainfall, totaling approximately 0 mm. The consistent precipitation levels throughout the year contribute to a relatively stable climate.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
Al Wakrah enjoys sunny spells year-round. June sees up to 11.4 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. February, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 7.5 hours of sun despite this cloudier time of the year. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Al Wakrah.
The city experiences its highest humidity in January, reaching 71%. In June, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 42%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Average wind speed
The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 3 m/s in September and October to 5 m/s in May and June.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
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Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Al Wakrah in Qatar
During the months of January, February 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:
July has an average maximum temperature of 40°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 22°C.
December tops the wettest month list with 14 mm of rainfall.
June is the driest month with 0 mm of precipitation.
June is the sunniest month with an average of 342 hours of sunshine.
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