Qatar (Doha) · January
Low seasonQatar · Asia
Max Temp
22.1°C
Min Temp
15.2°C
Sunshine
8.3 h/day
Rain Days
1 days
Water Temp
19.4°C
Rainfall
6.9 mm
Humidity
65%
Avg Temp
18.4°C
Shoulder month between two peak travel months — lower prices with mostly good conditions.
January is an acceptable travel month for Qatar (Doha) — conditions are fine, though February, March, April, November, and December offer even better weather.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 22°C, cooling to 15°C at night (daily average: 18°C). The sun shines an average of 8 hours per day; there are 1 rain days with 7 mm total. The sea is 19°C — refreshing and manageable for confident swimmers.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed at this time of year without the heat.
Dohas goldene Reisezeit: 20–28°C, der Souq Waqif und die Museen Katars bei angenehmem Wetter erkundbar. Museum of Islamic Art, Mathaf und die Strandpromenade Corniche ohne Hitzeschlacht.
Packing list for Qatar (Doha) in January
- T-Shirts und kurze Hosen
- Leichte Jacke für kühle Abende
- Badezeug (Wasser ist noch etwas frisch)
- Sonnencreme LSF 50
- Sonnenbrille
- Sonnenhut
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is January a good time to visit Qatar (Doha)?
- January is not an optimal month for Qatar (Doha) (Score: 78/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider February, March, April, November, and December.
- How warm is it in Qatar (Doha) in January?
- In January, Qatar (Doha) sees daily highs of 22°C. Nights cool to 15°C, with a daily average of 18°C.
- How much rain falls in Qatar (Doha) in January?
- In January, Qatar (Doha) receives an average of 7 mm of rain over 1 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Qatar (Doha) get in January?
- Qatar (Doha) averages 8 sunshine hours per day in January — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Qatar (Doha) in January?
- Water temperature in Qatar (Doha) in January averages 19°C — refreshing but slightly cool for sensitive swimmers.
