Weather in May in Dhofar
Planning a trip to Dhofar this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather:
What is the weather like in Dhofar in May?
Dhofar is a region in Oman. May in Dhofar generally has very warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.
Temperatures
You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 33°C and nighttime temperatures around 26°C in Salalah. To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Dhofar in May, check out the map below. On average, May is the warmest month of the year in Dhofar. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.For specific regional insights in Dhofar, refer to the map provided below.
Precipitation
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Salalah with an average of 39 mm to moderate rainfall in Mirbāţ with 59 mm. Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Salalah receives the most rainfall during this month of the year.Average sunshine
The days are mostly sunny, with an average total of around 336 hours of sunshine in Salalah. The sunlight during this month doesn't just make the days brighter, it also seems to make everyone a bit more cheerful.For a more detailed look at Dhofar's conditions throughout the year, check out our Dhofar climate page.
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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Oman, check out our Dhofar's climate page.
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in May for the 2 most popular destinations in Dhofar?
Salalah
In May Salalah generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Mirbāţ
In May Mirbāţ generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Is May the best time to visit Dhofar?
Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Salalah, May may not be the ideal time to visit Dhofar.
Generally speaking, January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December provide perfect weather in Salalah.
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