January · Oman
Best time to visit Khasab in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Khasab in January
Average temperature 21°C, 62 mm of rain, about 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 62% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
7.9/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 21°C
- Rainfall
- 62 mm
- Humidity
- 62%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 12
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
January in Khasab scores 7.9/10 for nature and wildlife travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 21°C, 62 mm of rain, and roughly 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Khasab opens Musandam's fjord-like khors by dhow cruise and mountain road from the Strait of Hormuz. Best window: cooler months from late autumn through early spring.
January holds up well in Khasab — 3rd best month
Trail conditions at 21°C (70°F) favour early starts and shaded routes in January; midday is for water breaks, not for exposed climbs.
Budget for roughly 62 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.5 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 7.9/10 on the same scale — 3rd of 12 months, versus 9.2/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a packable rain layer, footwear you can get muddy.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Khasab in January?
- In January, Khasab averages 21°C, 62 mm of rain, and about 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.9/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Khasab?
- January earns a 7.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Khasab in January?
- Expect about 62 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 62% and there are about 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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