Doha in January
The weather in January
In January, Doha averages daytime highs of 21° and night-time lows of 14° — mild weather by day. Expect around 12 mm of precipitation spread over about 2 wet days, with average cloud cover near 18%.
Days are 2.4° cooler than in December on average, and February is warmer again by about 1.4°. The sea averages 20°, pleasant for a swim.
January scores 96/100 — excellent conditions for sightseeing — and ranks 2nd of the twelve months for Doha.
Around the middle of the month the sun rises at 06:22 and sets at 17:05 local time, giving 10 h 44 min of daylight. Days lengthen by 23 minutes over the month.
Why 96/100?
How the score for January is builtBeach score this month: 62/100 (adds sea temperature and heat).
Comfort peaks for daytime highs between 18° and 25°C (64–77°F).
Around Doha this month
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Doha in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Doha?
January scores 96/100 for Doha, which we rate as excellent. Average highs are 21°C with 2 wet days.
How warm is Doha in January?
Daytime highs average 21°C and night-time lows 14°C in January.
Does it rain a lot in Doha in January?
Doha receives about 12 mm of precipitation in January, falling on around 2 days.
Can you swim in Doha in January?
The sea averages 20°C in January, refreshing but swimmable.