Sohar Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Sohar experiences great temperature shifts.
The city's weather can transition from very hot days
to warm weather.
The city sits in an arid zone with minimal moisture.
Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The climate in Sohar is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Average daytime temperatures reach a very hot 38°C in June. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a comfortable 25°C.
At night, you can expect cooler temperatures, with averages dropping to around 18°C during this month. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Sohar is known for its low rainfall, with yearly precipitation amounts around 69 mm. Despite minor fluctuations, Sohar enjoys fairly consistent precipitation throughout the year. In March, you can expect around 13 mm of precipitation, while in August, Sohar receives about 0.6 mm.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
Sohar experiences moderate variation in sunshine hours across the seasons. With 10.7 hours daily sunshine in May, it dips to 7.6 hours in February, offering a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Sohar.
The city experiences its highest humidity in August, reaching 80%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 63%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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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 Sohar in Oman
Other facts from our historical weather data:June has an average maximum temperature of 38°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 25°C.
March tops the wettest month list with 13 mm of rainfall.
August is the driest month with 1 mm of precipitation.
May is the sunniest month with an average of 321 hours of sunshine.
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