May · Oman
Best time to visit Sohar in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Sohar in May
Average temperature 33°C, 2 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 50% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
9.6/10
Ranked #5 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 33°C
- Rainfall
- 2 mm
- Humidity
- 50%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Sohar scores 9.6/10 for beach and coastal travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 33°C, 2 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Sohar blends a long Gulf beachfront with legends of Sinbad and an ancient Omani trading port. Best window: cooler months from late autumn through early spring.
May in Sohar — one of the year's strongest windows (5th)
At 33°C (91°F), May is at its most extreme: early starts are not optional, and afternoons belong indoors.
At just 2 mm for the month, rain will not shape your plans; you get about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13.2 hours of daylight.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Sohar at 9.6/10 (5th of 12), just behind April at 10/10.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Sohar in May?
- In May, Sohar averages 33°C, 2 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.6/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Sohar?
- May 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 Sohar in May?
- Expect about 2 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 50% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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