Month guide · Doha · Qatar
Doha in January
What January is really like in Doha: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Chainwit., CC BY-SA 4.0
Quick answer
January is one of the best months to visit Doha. Expect average highs of 22°C (72°F), lows of 14°C (57°F), about 2 rainy days and roughly 10.7 hours of daylight. The coolest month: sunny and mild by day with cool evenings, ideal for the souq, the Corniche and desert trips.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 22°C (72°F) / 14°C (57°F)
- Rainy days
- About 2
- Daylight
- About 10.7 hours
- Sea temperature
- 20°C (68°F)
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in January
January is the coolest month in Doha: days average 22°C (72°F) against a yearly average high of 33°C (91°F), and nights fall to about 14°C (57°F). Rain falls on roughly 2 of its 31 days. Compared with December (24°C (75°F)), January is cooler; by February highs stay near 23°C (73°F).
- Sunrise (15 January)
- About 06:21
- Sunset (15 January)
- About 17:05
- Daylight
- About 10.7 hours
- Sea
- 20°C (68°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, January rates 4 for crowds (the peak is December at 5) and 4 for hotel prices (highest in December). Book accommodation early: January is one of the pricier months.
Events in January
January has no major recurring festival in Doha, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in January
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Museum · Corniche
Museum of Islamic Art
Walk out along MIA Park in the late afternoon for the classic view of the West Bay skyline across the water.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Iconic
- Art
- Architecture
- Rainy day
- Views
Waterfront · Corniche
Doha Corniche
A 7-kilometre crescent promenade around Doha Bay links the Museum of Islamic Art with West Bay, with palm-lined paths, lawns, playgrounds and views of moored dhows.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Outdoors
- Views
- Kids
- After dark
Experience · Corniche
Dhow cruise on Doha Bay
Agree the length of the trip and the price before boarding shared dhows on the Corniche.
- Time needed
- 30 minutes to 2 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Couples
- Kids
- Views
- After dark
Park · Aspire Zone
Aspire Park
Doha's largest park has a lake with ducks, shaded lawns, playgrounds and jogging paths, with the Torch Doha tower and Khalifa International Stadium as a backdrop.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Kids
- Outdoors
What to pack
For highs near 22°C, lows near 14°C and 2 wet days: light layers for the day and a light jacket for the evening; comfortable walking shoes.
Is January a good time to visit Doha?
One of the best months to visit Doha. The other best months are February–March and November–December. Compare every month.
Doha in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is January a good time to visit Doha?
It is one of the best months to visit Doha. The coolest month: sunny and mild by day with cool evenings, ideal for the souq, the Corniche and desert trips.
+How warm is Doha in January?
Average highs are around 22°C (72°F) and lows around 14°C (57°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Doha in January?
Expect rain on about 2 days of the month, so it is usually dry.