Muscat in May
6.6out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Very hot: daytime highs around 38°C. Very dry: about 0 rainy days.
38°CAvg high
29°CAvg low
0Rainy days (1 mm)
13:08 hDaylight
05:28Sunrise · 18:37 Sunset
Why this score
- Very hot: daytime highs around 38°C
- Very dry: about 0 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Light, breathable clothing
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
How reliable is the forecast?
Rainfall in May is fairly consistent from year to year (0.7 days). Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°C | 16°C | 18 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.8 |
| February | 26°C | 18°C | 11 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.9 |
| March | 29°C | 20°C | 18 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.8 |
| April | 33°C | 25°C | 7 mm | 1 | – | – | 7.7 |
| May | 38°C | 29°C | 1 mm | 0 | – | – | 6.6 |
| June | 39°C | 31°C | 10 mm | 0 | – | – | 6.4 |
| July | 37°C | 31°C | 4 mm | 0 | – | – | 6.7 |
| August | 36°C | 30°C | 1 mm | 0 | – | – | 7.0 |
| September | 35°C | 28°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 7.3 |
| October | 34°C | 25°C | 1 mm | 1 | – | – | 7.7 |
| November | 29°C | 21°C | 12 mm | 1 | – | – | 9.0 |
| December | 26°C | 18°C | 13 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.9 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Muscat in May?
Daytime highs average 38°C and nights about 29°C.
When is the best time to visit Muscat?
The best months are November, February, December, January.