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In Manama, January brings pleasant daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), with nights cooling to 17°C (63°F). It is the wettest month of the year, so expect more rainfall than usual.
Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. January, February, March, April, November and December typically offer the best weather for Manama.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Manama - and find the best time to visit.
51-year average (1976-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Manama typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 20°C (68°F). Nights are pleasant, with lows around 14°C (57°F).
Browse day-by-day weather records for Manama spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on weather observations in Manama between 1976 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during January.
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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).
For Manama in January, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Almost no rain is expected, so no need to bring rain gear. With water temperatures around 21°C (70°F), swimming conditions are excellent. Pack your swimsuit, goggles, and maybe some water shoes. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed Water Temp
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