March weather forecast
Oman

March in Oman signifies the arrival of spring, a transitional season marked by progressively rising temperatures. Average temperatures begin to climb and generally fluctuate between 23°C (73.4°F) and 30°C (86°F) across the country. These temperatures represent a shift from the cooler conditions of the winter months and foreshadow the impending summer heat.

In Muscat, the capital city, March experiences a noticeable increase in temperatures compared to February. The average temperatures typically range from 20°C (68°F) to 30°C (86°F), a tangible indication of the transition towards the warmer season. Salalah, in the south, follows a similar pattern, with temperatures generally staying between 22°C (71.6°F) to 32°C (89.6°F).

In the elevated regions of Jebel Shams and Jebel Akhdar, temperatures start to rise from the winter lows, but remain relatively cooler than the rest of the country, with averages from 15°C (59°F) to 25°C (77°F). These areas offer a respite from the increasing heat in the coastal and desert regions.

Precipitation in March is akin to that in the previous months, averaging 25mm (0.98") across the country. The rain falls in occasional showers, contributing to the overall arid conditions rather than alleviating them.

Comparatively, March in Oman exhibits a shift in weather patterns. Temperatures are on the rise in contrast to the cooler conditions of January and February, and are still significantly lower than the scorching summer temperatures seen from May onwards. Thus, March offers a moderately warm climate, marking the beginning of the gradual transition to Oman's intensely hot summer season.

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• Muscat - March »
  In March, the average sea temperature in Muscat is 24.7°C (76.5°F). In Muscat, the average temperature during the nights of March drops to an agreeable 20.7°C (69.3°F).
• Seeb - March »
  March is an inviting month for visitors looking to experience both warmth and occasional showers in Seeb, Oman. On the first day of March in Seeb, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:10.
• Salalah - March »
  In Salalah, during March, the rain falls for 1 days and regularly aggregates up to 6mm (0.24") of precipitation. In Salalah in March, the average water temperature is 26.5°C (79.7°F).
• Bawshar - March »
  On the last day of March, in Bawshar, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:21 +04. As temperatures begin to climb, March weather facilitates greater water-related events due to the warming sea temperatures, which settle at 24.6°C (76.3°F).
• Sohar - March »
  On the first day of March in Sohar, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 18:15. March has the least sunshine of the year in Sohar, with an average of 7.4h of sunshine.
• Nizwa - March »
  In March, Nizwa experiences a significant rise in temperatures compared to the previous two months, indicating the onset of warmer days. In Nizwa, Oman, during March, the rain falls for 2 days and regularly aggregates up to 21mm (0.83") of precipitation.
• Sur - March »
  The average heat index, which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in March is calculated to be 37°C (98.6°F). This is reflected in the highest temperature recorded for March 31.7°C (89.1°F), presenting a welcome change to the summer months in Sur.
• Barka - March »
  An interesting month for weather in Barka, March signifies the changing of seasons, and the city basks in the pleasant sunny glow. In Barka, during March, the rain falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 6mm (0.24") of precipitation.
• Khasab - March »
  On the first day of March in Khasab, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 18:16. On the last day of March, in Khasab, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:31 +04.