May · Oman
Best time to visit Muscat in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Muscat in May
Average temperature 34°C, 1 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 34% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
6.3/10
Ranked #11 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 34°C
- Rainfall
- 1 mm
- Humidity
- 34%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
May in Muscat scores 6.3/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around 34°C, 1 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Muscat stretches along a bay between the Hajar Mountains and the Gulf of Oman, with forts, souqs, and clean beaches.
May in Muscat — workable with trade-offs
At 34°C (93°F), May is at its most extreme: early starts are not optional, and afternoons belong indoors.
At just 1 mm for the month, rain will not shape your plans; you get about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13.3 hours of daylight.
That is 6.3/10 on the same scale — 11th of 12 months, versus 9.7/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, January is materially better in Muscat — 3.4 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Muscat in May?
- In May, Muscat averages 34°C, 1 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.3/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Muscat?
- May earns a 6.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Muscat in May?
- Expect about 1 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 34% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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