January weather forecast
Qatar

January stands as one of the coldest months in the climate calendar of Qatar, providing a stark contrast to the country's customary high temperatures. The average temperature during this month ranges from 15°C (59°F) to 22°C (71.6°F). Night temperatures can plunge lower, especially in the interior regions, occasionally dipping below 10°C (50°F), which is a notable deviation from the country's standard thermal readings.

January lies in the middle of Qatar's winter season and offers a significant contrast to the weather conditions in the previous month, December, and the following month, February. December sees marginally higher average temperatures, while February starts to herald the approaching spring with a slight increase in warmth. However, the temperature variance between these months remains relatively small.

The amount of rainfall in January, although modest by international standards, represents one of the higher monthly totals for Qatar. Precipitation typically does not exceed 20mm (0.79"), but these showers, sparse as they may be, bring a much-welcomed change to the dry desert landscape. Despite the increase in rainfall, January remains predominantly sunny with clear skies.

The capital city, Doha, experiences similar conditions to the rest of the country, with temperatures ranging between 15°C (59°F) to 22°C (71.6°F). The coastal location, however, means the city experiences higher humidity levels, which can make the temperatures feel colder than they actually are, especially at night.

In summary, January offers a unique perspective on the Qatari climate, showcasing the country's version of winter with cooler temperatures and a slight increase in rainfall.

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• Doha - January »
  The months with the highest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 71%. In Doha in January, during 1.7 rainfall days, 13mm (0.51") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Al Wakrah - January »
  January, characterized by an average high temperature of 22°C (71.6°F) and a low temperature of 17.2°C (63°F), is generally the coldest month in Al Wakrah. On the last day of January, in Al Wakrah sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 17:17 +03.
• Al Khor - January »
  January in Al Khor presents mild temperatures, featuring an average sea temperature of 21°C (69.8°F). On the first day of January in Al Khor, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 16:54.
• Madīnat ash Shamāl - January »
  January, marked by an average high-temperature of 20.3°C (68.5°F) and a low-temperature of 18.2°C (64.8°F), is the coldest month in Madīnat ash Shamāl. Madīnat ash Shamāl's coldest month, January, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 20.3°C (68.5°F) to a low of 18.2°C (64.8°F).
• Al Hitmi - January »
  January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Al Hitmi, Qatar. Weather in January in Al Hitmi, Qatar is marked by a noticeable drop in temperature from the preceding month.
• Al Ghanim - January »
  January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Al Ghanim, Qatar. January is the month when Al Ghanim sees the lowest average temperatures, with a high of 22°C (71.6°F) and a low of 17.2°C (63°F).
• Al Muntazah - January »
  Al Muntazah's January weather reaches an average high of 22°C (71.6°F) and an average low of 17.2°C (63°F), making it the coldest month. On the first day of January in Al Muntazah sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 16:55.
• Al Ruwais - January »
  In Al Ruwais in January, the average water temperature is 20.8°C (69.4°F). In Al Ruwais, in January, the average water temperature is 20.8°C (69.4°F).
• Umm Bab - January »
  The months with the lowest UV index in Umm Bab are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. In Umm Bab, Qatar, the lowest average temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 22.3°C (72.1°F) and a low of 16.7°C (62.1°F).