Outdoor activities Potential
Excellent
Based on optimal climate
Seasonality
February, March, January
Weather
Avg Temp Range
Precipitation
Generally dry
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🥾 Planning a hiking trip to Oman?
The best time to visit Oman for hiking is February, March, January, when trail conditions are most favorable and the weather is more stable.
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Outdoor activities conditions breakdown
Monthly weather & climate data for Oman
| Month | Climate Score | Predictability | Avg Temp | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 65Suboptimal Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 20° | 7 |
February | 100Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 21° | 13 |
March | 86Excellent Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 23° | 11 |
April | 53Suboptimal Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 27° | 15 |
May | 50Suboptimal Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 30° | 4 |
June | 50Suboptimal Hot temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 30° | 6 |
July | 50Suboptimal Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 29° | 12 |
August | 50Suboptimal Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 28° | 7 |
September | 50Suboptimal Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 27° | 2 |
October | 58Suboptimal Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 26° | 3 |
November | 65Suboptimal Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 24° | 4 |
December | 65Suboptimal Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 21° | 5 |
Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).
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