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Qatar Weather in January

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

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Doha Mesaieed Al Wakrah Al Khor

Considering a trip to Qatar this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Qatar in January

January in Qatar generally has warm temperatures, with low precipitation. During January, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 22°C (72°F) and nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) in Doha. Even if January is considered the coolest month, there are areas in Qatar that maintain moderate temperatures, making it a pleasant destination all year round.

For a closer look at conditions across Qatar, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

January is a dry month with an average rainfall of around 12 mm (0.5 in) in Doha.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Doha enjoys about 244 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Qatar in January

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

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 Qatar

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

Temperature range in Qatar (January)

Precipitation variation in Qatar (January)

Doha

In January Doha generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
22°C (72°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
245 hours
244 hours
224 hours
Monthly rainfall
15 mm (0.6 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
13 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
3 days
4 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Doha →

Mesaieed

In January Mesaieed generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
242 hours
245 hours
224 hours
Monthly rainfall
12 mm (0.5 in)
10 mm (0.4 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
2 days
4 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Mesaieed →

Al Khor

In January Al Khor generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
249 hours
240 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
16 mm (0.6 in)
14 mm (0.6 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
4 days
4 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Al Khor →

Al Wakrah

In January Al Wakrah generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
242 hours
245 hours
224 hours
Monthly rainfall
14 mm (0.6 in)
11 mm (0.4 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
3 days
4 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Al Wakrah →

Lusail

In January Lusail generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
249 hours
240 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
16 mm (0.6 in)
13 mm (0.5 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
3 days
4 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Lusail →

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In our records: Qatar January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Qatar in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the coldest January daytime high in Qatar was 10°C (50°F) in Mesaieed on January 15, 2008.

Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Doha 22°C (72°F) 15°C (59°F) 12 mm (0.5 in)
Mesaieed 22°C (72°F) 15°C (59°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Al Wakrah 22°C (72°F) 16°C (61°F) 11 mm (0.4 in)
Al Khor 22°C (72°F) 16°C (61°F) 14 mm (0.6 in)
Ad Dawhah 22°C (72°F) 15°C (59°F) 12 mm (0.5 in)
Lusail 22°C (72°F) 16°C (61°F) 13 mm (0.5 in)

Qatar weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Qatar in January?

In January, Qatar generally has perfect weather conditions. Doha sees daytime temperatures near 22°C (72°F), with nights cooling to roughly 15°C (59°F).

What is the average temperature in Qatar in January?

Doha averages a daytime maximum of 22°C (72°F) in January, with overnight lows close to 15°C (59°F).

Does Qatar get a lot of rain in January?

January is on the drier side in Qatar. Doha averages only about 12 mm (0.5 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Qatar?

We consider January to be one of the best times to travel to Qatar. Typically, the climate in Doha is perfect. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

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

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