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Sohar weather in May (Al Batinah, Oman)

How is the weather in Sohar in May? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In May, Sohar generally has very high temperatures and almost no rainfall. May is a summer month. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 38°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 29°C. Keep in mind, these temperatures are averages, and some days might be even warmer. Dress suitably to manage the heat.

Sohar in May usually receives almost no rainfall, averaging around 0.9 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 0 days of the month will see rainfall.

The city usually sees around 321 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Sohar. January, February, March, April, November and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While May, June, July, August and September tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Sohar, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 29°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 38°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 0%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 0.9 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 0 days  
HumidityHumidity 63%  
SunshineSunshine 321 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Oman in May

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

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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 May?

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 May.

Swimming
10/10
Camping
9/10

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