Climate Insights for Al Wiqan

The climate in Al Wiqan is hot. The average annual temperature is 30°C and approximately 46mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 12mm of rainfall. Al Wiqan is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, June, August. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 14°C.

Temperatures in Al Wiqan vary considerably across the year, with a 29°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 43°C and an average of 38°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 14°C and an average of 19°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.

Al Wiqan is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 46mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 12mm of rainfall. January and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 0mm. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Al Wiqan is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 13km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 15km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 12km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

It is currently autumn in Al Wiqan, which began on September 23, 2026. Al Wiqan is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in July at around 43°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 14°C. Winter is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).

The best time to visit Al Wiqan is during January, February, March and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 8mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 43°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Al Wiqan based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.