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Ad Dakhiliyah Weather in January

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

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Planning a journey to Ad Dakhiliyah, Oman this January and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Ad Dakhiliyah in January

Ad Dakhiliyah, Oman is a region in Oman. January in Ad Dakhiliyah generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to low. During January, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 25°C (77°F) in Muscat to 28°C (82°F) in Sharqiya Sands. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 15°C (59°F) in Sharqiya Sands and 19°C (66°F) in Muscat. During this period, Muscat experiences its coolest temperatures annually.

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

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Sharqiya Sands with an average of 3.6 mm (0.1 in) to low rainfall in Muscat with 18 mm (0.7 in). Going by our weather data, it is the wettest month of the year in Muscat.

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in January. Muscat typically receives 269 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Ad Dakhiliyah by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Ad Dakhiliyah — and find the best time to visit. (based on Muscat)

January25°C (77°F) February26°C (79°F) March28°C (82°F) April32°C (90°F) May36°C (97°F) This monthJune37°C (99°F) July36°C (97°F) August35°C (95°F) September34°C (93°F) October33°C (91°F) November29°C (84°F) December26°C (79°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Ad Dakhiliyah in January

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
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unpleasant
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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).

Popular Destinations in Ad Dakhiliyah

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

Temperature range in Ad Dakhiliyah (January)

Precipitation variation in Ad Dakhiliyah (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 →

Nizwa

In January Nizwa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°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)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly rainfall
6.8 mm (0.3 in)
7.6 mm (0.3 in)
6.6 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
0 days
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
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Bahla

In January Bahla generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°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)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly rainfall
5.5 mm (0.2 in)
7.9 mm (0.3 in)
6.3 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
0 days
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Bahla →

Sharqiya Sands

In January Sharqiya Sands generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly rainfall
3.3 mm (0.1 in)
3.6 mm (0.1 in)
2.9 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
a single day
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
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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 Ad Dakhiliyah in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Muscat 25°C (77°F) 19°C (66°F) 18 mm (0.7 in)
Nizwa 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 7.6 mm (0.3 in)
Bahla 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 7.9 mm (0.3 in)
Sharqiya Sands 28°C (82°F) 15°C (59°F) 3.6 mm (0.1 in)

Ad Dakhiliyah weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Ad Dakhiliyah, Oman in January?

In January, Ad Dakhiliyah, Oman generally has perfect weather conditions. Muscat sees daytime temperatures near 25°C (77°F), with nights cooling to roughly 19°C (66°F).

What is the average temperature in Ad Dakhiliyah, Oman in January?

Muscat averages a daytime maximum of 25°C (77°F) in January, with overnight lows close to 19°C (66°F).

Does Ad Dakhiliyah, 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 Ad Dakhiliyah, Oman.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Ad Dakhiliyah, Oman?

We consider January to be one of the best times to travel to Ad Dakhiliyah, Oman. Typically, the climate in Muscat is perfect.

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

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Stargaze at the Sharqiya Sands

The Sharqiya Sands (formerly known as Wahiba Sands) is a desert how you imagine a desert to be. An almost uninhabited strip of sand with towering endless dunes that have been formed by the wind into perfectly rounded hills.

Stargaze at the Sharqiya Sands

The Sharqiya Sands (formerly known as Wahiba Sands) is a desert how you imagine a desert to be. An almost uninhabited strip of sand with towering endless dunes that have been formed by the wind into perfectly rounded hills.

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