Sohar weather in January (Al Batinah, Oman)

Curious about the January weather in Sohar? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In Sohar the weather in January is generally perfect, characterized by high temperatures and low rainfall. January falls within the winter season. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 25°C, while night temperatures can drop to 18°C. Typically, this month offers some of the year's milder temperatures. However it's still unmistakably warm.

Sohar in January usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 12 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 1 day of rain are anticipated.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 268 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. January, February, March, April, November and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, May, June, July, August and September tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Sohar climate page with graphs.

 

Sohar, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 18°C  

Max Temperature 25°C  

Chance of Rain 3%  

Precipitation 12 mm  

Rainy days 1 day  

Humidity 72%  

Sunshine 268 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Oman in January

Find out more about the weather in Oman in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Sohar in January?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in January.

Swimming

10/10

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Barbeque

10/10

Camping

10/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

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