March 16 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Salalah. With minimal rain risk (1%) and pleasant highs of 29°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. Moderate travel demand makes this an excellent time for a balanced Salalah experience.
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Essential Travel Info for Salalah
Currency
OMR
ر.ع. Omani rial
Language
Arabic
Driving
Right side
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Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.889
Salalah Weather Forecast for March 16
"Warm & Sunny. Expect average highs of 29.3°C. 1% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Salalah in March
Based on historical data for March 16, Salalah typically experiences temperatures between 21.6°C and 29.3°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (1% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Salalah
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
Average High
29.3°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
21.6°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
31.7°C
🔥 Feels warmer
Rain Chance
1%
Avg 0mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
23%
Clear sky
Pressure
1013.3 hPa
Low volatility
Salalah Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 100% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
06:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 18:00
Type I-II
🔴 17 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 26 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 43 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
21°C
Humid/Sticky
Heat Index
31.7°C
Feels hotter
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
✅ Excellent Swimming Conditions
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Oman
Flight Traffic
Moderate
46/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~17
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Salalah
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:32
☀️ Noon
12:33
🌇 Sunset
18:34
⏱️ Daylight
12h 2m
Wind Speed
13.7 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
10.9 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
61%
Slightly humid
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Travel Health & Safety in Salalah
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Stable conditions. Low risk of headaches.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is acceptable. Sensitive individuals should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Zero seismic activity detected in 30 years.
Cyclone Risk
Season: Apr - Dec
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Salalah on March 16 averages 29.3°C with a 1% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 100/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Salalah Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Salalah Worth Visiting on March 16?
Planning a trip to Salalah on March 16? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year typically offers vibrant summer conditions averaging 29.3°C with a 1% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 17 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 7 vaccinations are recommended for Oman, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 28°C (tropical bath). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 0.63m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest March 16 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 33.6°C in 2025, while the coldest dropped to 20.3°C in 2018.