Month guide · Doha · Qatar
Doha in February
What February is really like in Doha: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: km2bp @ Mapillary.com, CC BY-SA 4.0
Quick answer
February is one of the best months to visit Doha. Expect average highs of 23°C (73°F), lows of 15°C (59°F), about 2 rainy days and roughly 11.3 hours of daylight. Pleasant sightseeing weather and a busy sports calendar; the sea is cool for swimming.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 23°C (73°F) / 15°C (59°F)
- Rainy days
- About 2
- Daylight
- About 11.3 hours
- Sea temperature
- 19°C (66°F)
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in February
February is the 11th-warmest month in Doha: days average 23°C (73°F) against a yearly average high of 33°C (91°F), and nights fall to about 15°C (59°F). Rain falls on roughly 2 of its 28 days. Compared with January (22°C (72°F)), February is about as warm; by March highs climb to around 27°C (81°F).
- Sunrise (15 February)
- About 06:09
- Sunset (15 February)
- About 17:28
- Daylight
- About 11.3 hours
- Sea
- 19°C (66°F)
Autumn (October–November). The heat breaks through October, the sea is warm and the outdoor season returns by November.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, February rates 4 for crowds (the peak is December at 5) and 4 for hotel prices (highest in December). Book accommodation early: February is one of the pricier months.
Events in February
- National Sport Day — public holiday with free sports events across the city (second Tuesday of February)
- Qatar Open — men's and women's tennis tournaments (usually February)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in February
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Market · Souq Waqif and Old Doha
Souq Waqif
A restored market on the site of Doha's old trading souq, with mud-rendered walls, wooden beams and lanes selling spices, dates, perfume, textiles and handicrafts.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Iconic
- Free
- Food
- Shopping
- After dark
Market · Souq Waqif and Old Doha
Falcon Souq
Ask politely before photographing the birds or their owners; most shopkeepers are happy to talk about falconry.
- Time needed
- 30 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Off the beaten path
- Kids
- History
Neighbourhood · Katara
Katara Cultural Village
A seafront cultural district between West Bay and The Pearl with a Greek-style amphitheatre, galleries, a mosque covered in blue and turquoise tiles, a gold-tiled mosque, traditional pigeon towers and restaurants.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Architecture
- Art
- Couples
- Photo spot
Waterfront · The Pearl
The Pearl and Qanat Quartier
Head to Qanat Quartier around golden hour, when the pastel façades photograph best.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Couples
- Photo spot
- Food
What to pack
For highs near 23°C, lows near 15°C and 2 wet days: light layers for the day and a light jacket for the evening; comfortable walking shoes.
Is February a good time to visit Doha?
One of the best months to visit Doha, with 2 notable events on the calendar. The other best months are March and November–January. Compare every month.
Doha in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is February a good time to visit Doha?
It is one of the best months to visit Doha. Pleasant sightseeing weather and a busy sports calendar; the sea is cool for swimming.
+How warm is Doha in February?
Average highs are around 23°C (73°F) and lows around 15°C (59°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Doha in February?
Expect rain on about 2 days of the month, so it is usually dry.