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Oman Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Oman in January.

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Are you planning a trip a to Oman in January and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Oman in January

January in Oman generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to moderate. January is a winter month.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 23°C (73°F) in Khasab to 28°C (82°F) in Al Wāşil. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 15°C (59°F) in Al Wāşil and 19°C (66°F) in Khasab. During this period, Muscat experiences its coolest temperatures annually.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Oman, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Duqm with an average of 2.1 mm (0.1 in) to moderate rainfall in Musandam Fjords with 46 mm (1.8 in). Going by our weather data, it is the wettest month of the year in Muscat.

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Muscat enjoys approximately 269 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Oman in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Oman.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Oman

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Oman?

Temperature range in Oman (January)

Precipitation variation in Oman (January)

Muscat

In January Muscat generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
270 hours
269 hours
245 hours
Monthly rainfall
13 mm (0.5 in)
18 mm (0.7 in)
10 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
a single day
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Muscat →

Salalah

In January Salalah generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
297 hours
290 hours
257 hours
Monthly rainfall
3.9 mm (0.2 in)
3.2 mm (0.1 in)
3 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Salalah →

Sur

In January Sur generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
24°C (75°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
11 mm (0.4 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
8.3 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
a single day
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Sur →

Seeb

In January Seeb generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
265 hours
271 hours
246 hours
Monthly rainfall
14 mm (0.6 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
8.9 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
a single day
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Seeb →

Sohar

In January Sohar generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
257 hours
268 hours
228 hours
Monthly rainfall
13 mm (0.5 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
9.2 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Sohar →

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In our records: Oman January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Oman in our climate database (1978 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest January night in Oman dropped to -5°C (23°F) in Ibri on January 24, 2012.
  • In our records, the coldest January daytime high in Oman was 11°C (52°F) in Nizwa on January 5, 2001.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Oman in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Muscat 25°C (77°F) 19°C (66°F) 18 mm (0.7 in)
Salalah 26°C (79°F) 18°C (64°F) 3.2 mm (0.1 in)
Nizwa 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 7.6 mm (0.3 in)
Al Buraymī 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 11 mm (0.4 in)
Mirbāţ 25°C (77°F) 21°C (70°F) 5 mm (0.2 in)
Masirah Island 25°C (77°F) 22°C (72°F) 3.9 mm (0.2 in)

Oman weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Oman in January?

Expect perfect weather across Oman in January. The popular destination of Muscat averages 25°C (77°F) by day and 19°C (66°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in Oman in January?

Average temperatures in Oman during January range from a nighttime low near 19°C (66°F) to a daytime high around 25°C (77°F) in Muscat.

Does Oman get a lot of rain in January?

Not particularly. Muscat averages just 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain in January, making it a mostly dry month for Oman.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Oman?

We believe that January is one of the best times to visit Oman with overall perfect weather in Muscat.

Generally speaking, January, February, March, November and December provide perfect weather in Muscat. On the other hand, the weather in May, June, July, August and September tend to be poor.

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