January Rainfall and Precipitation in Qatar

Monthly rainfall totals, rainy days and the driest cities across Qatar in January.

Qatar typically experiences dry weather in January, with average rainfall around 12 mm (0.5 in) in Doha. January is a winter month.

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Best Places to Visit in Qatar in January

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation

Temperatures Precipitation

Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

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).

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in January: blue is cold, red is hot.

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in January: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

Regions in Qatar

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Qatar precipitation in January: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does Qatar receive in January?

Doha sees moderate rainfall in January, averaging around 12 mm (0.5 in). Most days stay dry, with the occasional shower.

How many days does it rain in Qatar in January?

Expect around 3 days rainy days in Doha during January.

Is January part of the rainy season in Qatar?

Not really. January is outside the wettest stretch of the year in Qatar.

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