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Ad Dakhiliyah Weather in May

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

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

What to Expect in Ad Dakhiliyah in May

Ad Dakhiliyah, Oman is a region in Oman. May in Ad Dakhiliyah generally has very hot temperatures, with almost no precipitation. During May, summer is in full swing.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are very hot and range from 36°C (97°F) in Muscat to 42°C (108°F) in Sharqiya Sands. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 27°C (81°F) in Sharqiya Sands and 30°C (86°F) in Muscat. While the given temperatures for day and night are typical, there may be days that feel warmer. Make sure you're dressed in a way that keeps you cool and comfortable.

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

Precipitation

May is a very dry month with an average rainfall of around 0.5 mm (0.02 in) in Muscat.

Average sunshine

May brings good sunshine to many areas. Muscat sees around 348 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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) June37°C (99°F) This monthJuly36°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 May

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
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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 May for some of the most popular destinations in Ad Dakhiliyah, Oman?

Temperature range in Ad Dakhiliyah (May)

Precipitation variation in Ad Dakhiliyah (May)

Muscat

In May Muscat generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 36°C (97°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 30°C (86°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
36°C (97°F)
37°C (99°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Monthly sun hours
293 hours
348 hours
326 hours
Monthly rainfall
4.7 mm (0.2 in)
0.5 mm (0.02 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
excellent
mixed
mixed
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Nizwa

In May Nizwa generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 39°C (102°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
39°C (102°F)
41°C (106°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
27°C (81°F)
29°C (84°F)
Monthly rainfall
11 mm (0.4 in)
4.4 mm (0.2 in)
7.1 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
good
mixed
mixed
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Bahla

In May Bahla generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 39°C (102°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
39°C (102°F)
41°C (106°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
27°C (81°F)
29°C (84°F)
Monthly rainfall
9.6 mm (0.4 in)
4 mm (0.2 in)
5.4 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
0 days
a single day
Weather conditions
good
mixed
mixed
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Sharqiya Sands

In May Sharqiya Sands generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 42°C (108°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
38°C (100°F)
42°C (108°F)
43°C (109°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Monthly rainfall
7.7 mm (0.3 in)
1.7 mm (0.1 in)
8.2 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
0 days
a single day
Weather conditions
mixed
mixed
mixed
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Ad Dakhiliyah, in Oman.

In our records: Oman May extremes

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

  • In our records, the warmest May day in Oman reached 51°C (124°F) in Sharqiya Sands on May 30, 2017.

Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Ad Dakhiliyah in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Muscat 36°C (97°F) 30°C (86°F) 0.5 mm (0.02 in)
Nizwa 39°C (102°F) 27°C (81°F) 4.4 mm (0.2 in)
Bahla 39°C (102°F) 27°C (81°F) 4 mm (0.2 in)
Sharqiya Sands 42°C (108°F) 27°C (81°F) 1.7 mm (0.1 in)

Ad Dakhiliyah weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Ad Dakhiliyah, Oman typically experiences less favorable weather in May, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in Muscat average around 36°C (97°F), and temperatures drop to about 30°C (86°F) at night.

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

Average temperatures in Ad Dakhiliyah, Oman during May range from a nighttime low near 30°C (86°F) to a daytime high around 36°C (97°F) in Muscat.

Does Ad Dakhiliyah, Oman get a lot of rain in May?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Ad Dakhiliyah, Oman during May, with Muscat averaging close to 0.5 mm (0.02 in).

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

In our view, May might not be the best time to travel to Ad Dakhiliyah, Oman with often mixed weather in Muscat.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, November and December offering mostly excellent weather in Muscat. On the other hand, the weather in May, June, July, August and September tend to be less favorable.

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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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