January · Oman
Best time to visit Nizwa in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Nizwa in January
Average temperature 19°C, 7 mm of rain, about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 53% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
9.6/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 19°C
- Rainfall
- 7 mm
- Humidity
- 53%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 18
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
January in Nizwa scores 9.6/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 19°C, 7 mm of rain, and roughly 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Nizwa is an old inland Omani town, known for its round fort, silver souq and Friday livestock market.
January is one of the strongest months in Nizwa (2nd)
January averages 19°C (65°F), the range most people find easiest for walking a city all day without either overheating or losing daylight to weather.
Rain is a non-issue at 7 mm for the month, with about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.7 hours of daylight to work with.
A 9.6/10 puts this among the year's best months in Nizwa (2nd of 12); only February scores higher, at 9.8/10.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening.
Figure on peak pricing, with this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Nizwa in January?
- In January, Nizwa averages 19°C, 7 mm of rain, and about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.6/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Nizwa?
- January earns a 9.6/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Nizwa in January?
- Expect about 7 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 53% and there are about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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