Month guide · Muscat · Oman
Muscat in March
What March is really like in Muscat: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Francesco Bini, CC BY-SA 4.0
Quick answer
March is one of the best months to visit Muscat. Expect average highs of 29°C (84°F), lows of 21°C (70°F), about 2 rainy days and roughly 12 hours of daylight. Warm and still comfortable, with the sea warming up; wadi hikes are at their best.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 29°C (84°F) / 21°C (70°F)
- Rainy days
- About 2
- Daylight
- About 12 hours
- Sea temperature
- 24°C (75°F)
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in March
March is the 9th-warmest month in Muscat: days average 29°C (84°F) against a yearly average high of 33°C (91°F), and nights fall to about 21°C (70°F). Rain falls on roughly 2 of its 31 days. Compared with February (26°C (79°F)), March is warmer; by April highs climb to around 34°C (93°F).
- Sunrise (15 March)
- About 06:16
- Sunset (15 March)
- About 18:16
- Daylight
- About 12 hours
- Sea
- 24°C (75°F)
Winter (December–February). Peak season with warm days, cool evenings, festivals and the busiest hotels; ideal for every activity.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, March rates 4 for crowds (the peak is January at 5) and 4 for hotel prices (highest in January). Book accommodation early: March is one of the pricier months.
Events in March
March has no major recurring festival in Muscat, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in March
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Market · Mutrah
Mutrah Fish Market
Go early in the morning to see the catch arriving; it winds down by late morning.
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Food
- Photo spot
Museum · Old Muscat
National Museum of Oman
Opposite Al Alam Palace, the national museum covers Oman's history from prehistoric sites and frankincense trade to seafaring, arms, jewellery and the modern state, with well-labelled galleries in English and Arabic.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- History
- Rainy day
- Art
Museum · Old Muscat
Bait Al Zubair
Combine it with the National Museum and Al Alam Palace in one morning.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Low cost
- History
- Rainy day
- Art
Architecture · Qurum and Shatti Al Qurum
Royal Opera House Muscat
Opened in 2011, the opera house combines Omani and Islamic architectural motifs with carved wood and marble interiors, and stages opera, ballet, orchestral concerts and Arabic music.
- Time needed
- 1 hour for a tour
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Architecture
- Art
- After dark
- Couples
The sea averages 24°C (75°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Muscat.
What to pack
For highs near 29°C, lows near 21°C and 2 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.
Is March a good time to visit Muscat?
One of the best months to visit Muscat. The other best months are November–February. Compare every month.
Muscat in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is March a good time to visit Muscat?
It is one of the best months to visit Muscat. Warm and still comfortable, with the sea warming up; wadi hikes are at their best.
+How warm is Muscat in March?
Average highs are around 29°C (84°F) and lows around 21°C (70°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Muscat in March?
Expect rain on about 2 days of the month, so it is usually dry.