Climate in Kuwait

Kuwait has a highly diverse climate, with major differences between regions. Annual temperatures range from lows of -14°C in the coldest regions to highs of 34°C in the warmest areas. Annual precipitation ranges from 135mm in drier regions to 393mm in wetter parts of the country. Some regions receive significant snowfall, with up to 393cm annually, while other areas see little to none. The warmest areas are hot year-round while the coldest regions remain cold, making Kuwait a country of sharp climate contrasts.

Temperature patterns across Kuwait vary by region, with distinct differences between areas. The Southeast is the warmest part of the country, with peak temperatures reaching 34°C and an annual average of 25°C. Cooler conditions are found in the Southeast, where winter lows drop to -14°C and an annual average of -2°C. This 27°C difference in annual averages between regions means travellers can experience vastly different conditions depending on which part of Kuwait they visit. The biggest regional differences emerge in summer, with up to 32°C variation across the country. For example, Al Aḩmadī in the Muḩāfaz̧at al Aḩmadī averages 25°C annually, while Al Wafrah in the Muḩāfaz̧at al Aḩmadī averages -2°C.

Kuwait sees notable variation in rainfall across its regions, ranging from 135mm to 393mm per year. The East receives the most rainfall, at approximately 393mm annually. The East is the driest, with around 135mm per year. Rainfall is distributed fairly evenly across the seasons, with no strong wet or dry period in most regions. The East sees the most snowfall, with up to 393cm annually, while other parts of the country receive little to none. Visitors heading to wetter areas can expect more frequent rain than those staying in drier parts of the country.