Qatar Capital
Best time to visit Doha
Go inFebruary–March and December
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Winter is perfect for the desert and the corniche.
See Doha on the globeDoha month by month
| Month | Rating | Avg high | Rain | Crowds | Flights | What’s on |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Good | 22°C | Some rain | Peak crowds | Priciest | – |
| February | Great | 24°C | Some rain | Peak crowds | Priciest | Ramadan |
| March | Great | 27°C | Mostly dry | Moderate | Average | Ramadan |
| April | Good | 32°C | Mostly dry | Moderate | Average | – |
| May | Poor | 38°C | Mostly dry | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| June | Poor | 41°C | Mostly dry | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| July | Poor | 41°C | Mostly dry | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| August | Poor | 41°C | Mostly dry | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| September | Poor | 39°C | Mostly dry | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| October | Poor | 35°C | Mostly dry | Moderate | Average | – |
| November | Great | 29°C | Mostly dry | Peak crowds | Priciest | – |
| December | Great | 24°C | Some rain | Peak crowds | Priciest | Qatar National Day |
Festivals, events and seasons in Doha
- Feb–Mar🕯️ RamadanRoughly 8 February to 9 March 2027.
- December🎉 Qatar National DayParades and fireworks on 18 December.
Good to know
- Flights to Doha are usually cheapest in May–September. The catch: highs reach 41°C in May–September.
- Crowds and prices peak in November–February, so book early.
- Highs pass 35°C in May–October.
Questions people ask
When is the best time to visit Doha?
The best time to visit Doha is February–March and December. Winter is perfect for the desert and the corniche.
What is the cheapest time to fly to Doha?
Flights are usually cheapest in May–September, when demand is lowest.
When is Doha busiest?
Doha is busiest in November–February.
What is the weather like in Doha?
June is the warmest month, with average highs of 41°C, and January the coolest at 22°C.
Nearby destinations
- Manama, Bahrain best in Mar–Apr and Nov–Jan
- Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates best in Dec–Mar
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates best in Dec–Mar
- Sharjah, United Arab Emirates best in Feb–Mar
- Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates best in Mar
- Shiraz, Iran best in Mar–Apr and Oct–Nov