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Doha Weather Forecast

Plan your trip to Doha, Qatar with confidence. Based on 30 years of NASA satellite data, expect average temperatures of 33°C (high) to 23°C (low), with 7mm annual rainfall. The Persian Gulf averages 27°C for swimming. The best months to visit are January, February, March for optimal weather conditions. Explore daily forecasts for all 365 days.

Avg High
33°C

Peak in August

Avg Low
23°C

Coolest in January

Annual Rainfall
7mm

Heavy in January

Daily Sunshine
8hrs

Peak in dry season

Sea Temperature

Persian Gulf(الخليج العربي)

27.4°C

Annual Average

Water Feel
🌴Tropical

Perfect for swimming and water sports

Swim Rating
Excellent for swimming

Based on average sea surface temperature

Body of Water
Persian Gulf

الخليج العربي

Doha coastline

Doha Monthly Weather Guide

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Currency

QAR

ر.ق Qatari riyal

Language

Arabic

Driving

Right side

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Safety

High Safety

GPI: 1.533

Best Time to Visit Doha

Location, climate overview & historical trends

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📍 25.2850° N, 51.5310° E

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Doha is a prominent destination in Qatar.

Located at 25.29°N latitude,Doha experiences a subtropical climate with distinct wet and dry seasons.

Based on 30 years of data, August is the warmest month (avg. 41°C), while January is the coolest. January sees the most rain (5% chance), making October the driest month.

Historical Climate Trend

30-Year Analysis

+1.2°C

Total over 30 years

+0.4°C

Per decade

Linear regression analysis of historical maximum temperatures for Doha, based on 1995-2024 satellite data from NASA POWER.

Best Time to Visit

NASA POWER Data (1991-2021)

January, February, March

Best months to visit

33°C

Avg High

Based on 30 years of NASA satellite data,Doha receives approximately 7mm of rainfall annually. These months offer optimal temperatures and minimal rain probability for your visit.

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Climate Trends

EXCLUSIVE

1995-2040 Temperature Trend

+0.5°C
By 2040
Historical (NASA)Projected (CMIP6)
1995← Historical | Projected →2040

1995 Avg

32.2°

2024 Avg

33.5°

2040 Proj

34°

Historical Rate

+0.40°C

per decade (observed)

Projected Rate

+0.31°C

per decade (CMIP6)

🌡️ Doha has warmed by +1.2°C since 1995. By 2040, an additional +0.5°C is projected (based on CMIP6 rate of 0.314°C/decade), for a total of +1.7°C from 1995 baseline.

NASA POWER (1995-2024) + CMIP6 (CMCC_CM2_VHR4, EC_Earth3P_HR, FGOALS_f3_H, HiRAM_SIT_HR, MRI_AGCM3_2_S, NICAM16_8S)

Travel Intelligence

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Flight Connectivity Analysis

Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Major Hub
100/ 100
Traffic Index

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Peak Daily Arrivals

0

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Dec

Low

Apr

Monthly Traffic Distribution

367
Jan
363
Feb
359
Mar
348
Apr
353
May
1426
Jun
1519
Jul
1526
Aug
1462
Sep
1396
Oct
1443
Nov
1552
Dec
Traffic Level
Low Season

Key Connections

Sharjah (SHJ)
Dubai (DXB)
Abu Dhabi Island and Internal Islands City Abu Dhabi (AUH)
Riyadh King Khaled (RUH)
Jeddah King Abdulaziz (JED)

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

7 Recommendations
COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Hepatitis A

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Qatar.Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, are immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Qatar. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Qatar.

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

Rabies

Dogs infected with rabies are sometimes found in Qatar.Rabies is also present in some terrestrial wildlife species.If rabies exposures occur while in Qatar, rabies vaccines may only be available in larger suburban/urban medical facilities.Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.For more information, seecountry rabies status assessments.

Typhoid

Recommended for most travelers, especially those staying with friends or relatives or visiting smaller cities or rural areas.

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Doha Climate Data by Month

Historical temperature and precipitation averages

MonthAvg High C)Rain Probability (%)Status
January22°C5%✨ Perfect
February23°C3%✨ Perfect
March27°C4%✨ Perfect
April32°C1%🔥 Hot
May38°C1%🔥 Hot
June41°C0%🔥 Hot
July41°C0%🔥 Hot
August41°C0%🔥 Hot
September39°C0%🔥 Hot
October35°C0%🔥 Hot
November29°C2%😊 Pleasant
December24°C4%✨ Perfect

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Doha Weather FAQ

When is the best time to visit Doha?

Honestly, look for months with mild temperatures (20°C-25°C) and low rain chance. Based on historical data, January, February, March are usually great choices.

When is the hottest month in Doha?

August is historically the hottest month in Doha with average highs of 41°C.

When does it rain the most in Doha?

January typically sees the highest probability of rain (5%).

Is Doha expensive?

Prices vary by season. The "Perfect" weather months usually coincide with peak tourist season and higher prices, while the rainy or cold months offer better deals.