If you're looking for a destination with great weather in January, look no more – Salalah is a perfect choice. Expect average maximum temperatures of +82°F and plenty of sunshine, with around 20 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rainfall, with approximately 2 mm of precipitation over an average of 2 rainy days. So, pack your sunglasses, a beach towel, and great walking shoes, as it's most likely going to be amazing weather. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
January is usually the coldest month of the year in Salalah;
Average weather
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+82°F
Avg. max. temperature
+54°F
Min.
+93°F
Max.
2 mm
Total precipitation
53%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
20 ☀️
Sunny Days
9 ⛅️
Cloudy
2 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Salalah has great weather in January.
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Average temperature in Salalah in January
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Salalah for January based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in January is +82°F with a maximum of +86°F and a minimum of +61°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 29% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +86°F to +79°F.
Is Salalah warm or cold in January?
Salalah is typically warm in January.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +84°F to +82°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +68°F to +66°F.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
January is the coldest month in Salalah, here is the comparison with other months:
Climate in Salalah in January
Salalah weather looks like this, on average, in January and the surrounding months.
December
January
February
Avg. temperature
+84°F
+82°F
+84°F
Min. temperature
+57°F
+54°F
+54°F
Max. temperature
+93°F
+93°F
+97°F
Rainfall
2 mm
2 mm
4 mm
Wind
2 m/s
2 m/s
2 m/s
Humidity
52%
53%
57%
Air pressure
1016 HPa
1016 HPa
1015 HPa
Sunny days
22
20
18
Cloudy days
6
9
8
Rainy days
2
2
2
Snowy days
0
0
0
January weather is still as great as in December.It’s getting colder in January. From +84°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +82°F.The rainfall amount in January stays the same as in the previous month with a 2 mm of total precipitation.Humidity rises from 52% to 53%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during January, staying around 2 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 22 sunny days in December to 20 in January.
February brings much the same weather, it remains great.
Wind speed in Salalah in January based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 7 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Salalah is gradually decreasing during January, going from 4 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during January in Salalah based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in January is about 2 mm, with a 6% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 1 mm, which is considered light rain.Salalah is amazing in January with as little as 2 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
Here’s how January is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Salalah wettest month is May, where a typical day has a 10% chance of precipitation and 19 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 6% chance of precipitation and 2 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last January in Salalah?
This is the weather in Salalah in January 2024:
1 January
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+86°F
2 January
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+86°F
3 January
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+83°F
4 January
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+82°F
5 January
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+82°F
6 January
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+81°F
7 January
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+81°F
8 January
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+81°F
9 January
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+81°F
10 January
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+81°F
11 January
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+81°F
12 January
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+86°F
13 January
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+83°F
14 January
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+81°F
15 January
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+84°F
16 January
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+81°F
17 January
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+85°F
18 January
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+81°F
19 January
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+85°F
20 January
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+81°F
21 January
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+80°F
22 January
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+81°F
23 January
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+79°F
24 January
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+80°F
25 January
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+79°F
26 January
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+78°F
27 January
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+79°F
28 January
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+82°F
29 January
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+79°F
30 January
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+81°F
31 January
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+78°F
In January 2024 Salalah had 18 sunny days, 13 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +82°F, with an absolute maximum of +86°F and a minimum of +79°F. The average humidity was 58%, with a maximum of 94% and a minimum of 12%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 12 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in January?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Salalah climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Salalah in January has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 2018 (+85°F) and the highest in 1990 (+90°F). The driest year was 2001 with only 5 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2020 with 481 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Salalah in January:
Is January a good time to visit Salalah?
Yes, January is a great time to go to Salalah, the weather couldn’t be better. Be ready to get outside, explore and enjoy. Check what other months that are a good time to visit Salalah.
Can you sunbathe in Salalah in January?
January is warm in Salalah. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Is Salalah rainy in January?
Salalah is usually dry in January. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Salalah in January?
Yes, Salalah is sunny in January. Prepare for lots of rays. Don’t forget to pack your sunglasses and sunscreen, and maybe pick up a wide-brimmed hat when you arrive.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Salalah, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
