Month guide · Doha · Qatar
Doha in November
What November 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
November is one of the best months to visit Doha. Expect average highs of 30°C (86°F), lows of 21°C (70°F), about 1 rainy days and roughly 10.9 hours of daylight. Warm, dry and sunny with a warm sea; one of the best months, with the cultural season under way.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 30°C (86°F) / 21°C (70°F)
- Rainy days
- About 1
- Daylight
- About 10.9 hours
- Sea temperature
- 26°C (79°F)
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in November
November is the 8th-warmest month in Doha: days average 30°C (86°F) against a yearly average high of 33°C (91°F), and nights fall to about 21°C (70°F). Rain falls on roughly 1 of its 30 days. Compared with October (35°C (95°F)), November is cooler; by December highs drop to around 24°C (75°F).
- Sunrise (15 November)
- About 05:51
- Sunset (15 November)
- About 16:46
- Daylight
- About 10.9 hours
- Sea
- 26°C (79°F)
Summer (June–September). Highs of 40°C or more with heavy humidity. Indoor museums and malls take over, and hotel rates fall sharply.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, November rates 4 for crowds (the peak is December at 5) and 4 for hotel prices (highest in December). Book accommodation early: November is one of the pricier months.
Events in November
- Formula 1 Qatar Grand Prix at Lusail International Circuit (in recent years late November or early December)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in November
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
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
Museum · Corniche
National Museum of Qatar
Allow time for the restored Old Palace in the central courtyard, which many visitors miss.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Iconic
- Architecture
- History
- Rainy day
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
The sea averages 26°C (79°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Doha.
What to pack
For highs near 30°C, lows near 21°C and 1 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.
Is November a good time to visit Doha?
One of the best months to visit Doha, with a notable event on the calendar. The other best months are December–March. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is November a good time to visit Doha?
It is one of the best months to visit Doha. Warm, dry and sunny with a warm sea; one of the best months, with the cultural season under way.
+How warm is Doha in November?
Average highs are around 30°C (86°F) and lows around 21°C (70°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Doha in November?
Expect rain on about 1 days of the month, so it is usually dry.