When to go · Doha

Doha in January

Great month. Cool days 14–22°C; the best month.Great month. Cool days 57–72°F; the best month.

Key facts

Plan around it

Verdict

GreatVoykit month rating for Doha

Cool days 14–22°C; the best month.Cool days 57–72°F; the best month.

Long-term averages

DohaHighs around 22 °C, lows around 14 °C, rain on about 2 daysHighs around 72 °F, lows around 57 °F, rain on about 2 days
Doha and the east coast, Qatar · Doha, Lusail, Al Wakrah, Al Khorbest weather
Highs 22–25 °C in January, 42–46 °C in July; coastal humidity makes August and September feel worse than the thermometer. Rain is rare and falls in winter in short storms that flood roads.Highs 72–77 °F in January, 108–115 °F in July; coastal humidity makes August and September feel worse than the thermometer. Rain is rare and falls in winter in short storms that flood roads.

Winter season

The best weather: cool days, breezy evenings, Katara and the Corniche at their best.

Watch: Peak prices, National Day closures and the F1 weekend.

Qatar overall: Coolest month (14–22 °C): the best time for desert camps, Zubarah and walking the Corniche.

Nothing unusual for the weather this month.