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Muscat in January
The weather in January
In January, Muscat averages daytime highs of 24° and night-time lows of 18° — warm weather by day. Expect around 15 mm of precipitation spread over about 2 wet days, with average cloud cover near 14%.
Days are 1.5° cooler than in December on average, and February is warmer again by about 1.5°. The sea averages 24°, pleasant for a swim.
January scores 94/100 — excellent conditions for sightseeing — and ranks 3rd of the twelve months for Muscat.
Around the middle of the month the sun rises at 06:51 and sets at 17:41 local time, giving 10 h 50 min of daylight. Days lengthen by 23 minutes over the month.
Why 94/100?
How the score for January is builtBeach score this month: 87/100 (adds sea temperature and heat).
Comfort peaks for daytime highs between 18° and 25°C (64–77°F).
Around Muscat this month
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Muscat in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Muscat?
January scores 94/100 for Muscat, which we rate as excellent. Average highs are 24°C with 2 wet days.
How warm is Muscat in January?
Daytime highs average 24°C and night-time lows 18°C in January.
Does it rain a lot in Muscat in January?
Muscat receives about 15 mm of precipitation in January, falling on around 2 days.
Can you swim in Muscat in January?
The sea averages 24°C in January, warm enough for most swimmers.