Month guide · Muscat · Oman
Muscat in February
What February is really like in Muscat: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Quick answer
February is one of the best months to visit Muscat. Expect average highs of 26°C (79°F), lows of 18°C (64°F), about 2 rainy days and roughly 11.3 hours of daylight. Ideal weather for sightseeing, hiking and beaches; book desert camps and hotels ahead.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 26°C (79°F) / 18°C (64°F)
- Rainy days
- About 2
- Daylight
- About 11.3 hours
- Sea temperature
- 23°C (73°F)
- Crowds
- Very busy
- Hotel prices
- Highest
Weather in February
February is the 10th-warmest month in Muscat: days average 26°C (79°F) against a yearly average high of 33°C (91°F), and nights fall to about 18°C (64°F). Rain falls on roughly 2 of its 28 days. Compared with January (25°C (77°F)), February is about as warm; by March highs climb to around 29°C (84°F).
- Sunrise (15 February)
- About 06:39
- Sunset (15 February)
- About 18:02
- Daylight
- About 11.3 hours
- Sea
- 23°C (73°F)
Autumn (September–November). Heat eases through October, and November brings comfortable weather and National Day celebrations.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, February rates 5 for crowds (the peak is January at 5) and 5 for hotel prices (highest in January). Book accommodation early: February is one of the pricier months.
Events in February
- Muscat Nights winter festival (usually January–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.
Experience · Coast
Dolphin-watching boat trip
Morning boat trips from Muscat's marinas regularly meet pods of spinner and bottlenose dolphins along the coast, often combined with views of the cliffs and coves south of Old Muscat.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Kids
- Nature
- Outdoors
- Couples
Nature · Al Bustan and Qantab
Bandar Khayran snorkelling
Bring reef-safe sunscreen and a rash vest; there is little shade on the boats.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Nature
- Outdoors
- Active
- Kids
Religious site · Al Khuwair
Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque
Completed in 2001, Oman's largest mosque is built of Indian sandstone, with a main prayer hall covered by one of the world's largest hand-woven carpets and lit by a huge crystal chandelier.
- Time needed
- 1–1.5 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Iconic
- Free
- Architecture
- Photo spot
Market · Mutrah
Mutrah Souq
Visit in the late afternoon or evening when it is cooler and busiest; prices are open to polite bargaining.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Iconic
- Free
- Shopping
- After dark
The sea averages 23°C (73°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Muscat.
What to pack
For highs near 26°C, lows near 18°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 Muscat?
One of the best months to visit Muscat, with a notable event on the calendar. The other best months are March and November–January. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is February a good time to visit Muscat?
It is one of the best months to visit Muscat. Ideal weather for sightseeing, hiking and beaches; book desert camps and hotels ahead.
+How warm is Muscat in February?
Average highs are around 26°C (79°F) and lows around 18°C (64°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Muscat in February?
Expect rain on about 2 days of the month, so it is usually dry.