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Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Mu‘askar al Murtafi‘ah.
Temperatures in Mu‘askar al Murtafi‘ah, Muscat, Oman, vary greatly throughout the year. June is the hottest month at 39°C (102°F), while January is the coldest at 25°C (77°F).
With just 89 mm (3.5 in) of annual rainfall, the city has a dry, desert-like climate. Sunshine peaks in May, when the city sees around 11.7 hours of sunshine per day.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Mu‘askar al Murtafi‘ah - and find the best time to visit.
The climate in Mu‘askar al Murtafi‘ah is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Average daytime temperatures reach a very hot 39°C (102°F) in June. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a comfortable 25°C (77°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 31°C (88°F) in June to 17°C (63°F) in January.
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Mu‘askar al Murtafi‘ah is known for its low rainfall, with yearly precipitation amounts around 89 mm (3.5 in). Mu‘askar al Murtafi‘ah can be quite wet during January, receiving approximately 18 mm (0.7 in) of precipitation over a single rainy day.
In contrast, during the driest month (September), you will experience much drier conditions, with 0.2 mm (0.01 in) of precipitation spread across 0 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Mu‘askar al Murtafi‘ah Precipitation page.
Mu‘askar al Murtafi‘ah experiences moderate variation in sunshine hours across the seasons. With 11.7 hours daily sunshine in May, it dips to 8.2 hours in February, offering a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days.
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The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Mu‘askar al Murtafi‘ah.
The city experiences its highest humidity in August, reaching 67%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 42%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
January, February, March and December typically offer the most optimal weather in Mu‘askar al Murtafi‘ah. In contrast, April, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to have less optimal conditions. Mu‘askar al Murtafi‘ah has very little rainfall year-round, with very hot summers and warm winters.
Daytime highs range from 25°C (77°F) in January to 39°C (102°F) in June. Nighttime lows range from 17°C (63°F) to 31°C (88°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
Annual rainfall is around 89 mm (3.5 in). January is the wettest month with 18 mm (0.7 in), while September is the driest with 0.2 mm (0.01 in).
Mu‘askar al Murtafi‘ah receives around 3,491 hours of sunshine per year. May is the sunniest month with 350 hours, while February is the cloudiest with just 246 hours. Overall, Mu‘askar al Murtafi‘ah enjoys abundant sunshine.
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