May weather forecast
Qatar

May in Qatar marks the onset of the sweltering summer months. Average daily temperatures in May range from 29°C (84.2°F) to 41°C (105.8°F). During this time, the desert country begins to experience its characteristic extreme heat, with night temperatures rarely dropping below 25°C (77°F).

Comparatively, the weather in May signifies a marked increase in temperatures from the preceding month of April and a slight but not significant rise from the following month, June. While April serves as a transitional period towards summer with temperatures ranging up to 33°C (91.4°F), May brings the start of consistently high heat which persists and increases slightly into June, when the peak summer season begins.

Rainfall in May is almost non-existent, usually not exceeding 5mm (0.2"). This month traditionally marks the beginning of the long dry spell that characterizes Qatar's desert climate, a trend that will persist for the next few months. Clear, sunny skies are the norm, and there is little chance of encountering cloudy or rainy days.

In Doha, Qatar's capital, the weather pattern is similar to the rest of the country. However, the city's coastal position often results in high humidity levels which can intensify the perception of heat during the day. Daytime temperatures in Doha during May range from 29°C (84.2°F) to 41°C (105.8°F), providing very warm conditions. As a result, May is often considered the start of the off-peak season for tourism in Doha, due to the intense heat and lack of rainfall.

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• Doha - May »
  In the month of May, Doha witnesses a marked temperature drop at night, averaging a low of 25°C (77°F). In Doha in May, the average water temperature is 28.2°C (82.8°F).
• Al Wakrah - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Al Wakrah, sunrise is at 04:43 and sunset at 18:19 +03. May is the last month it rains in Al Wakrah, Qatar.
• Al Khor - May »
  Water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are regarded as very warm, ensuring all water activities are pleasurable for extended periods without feeling uneasy. On the first day of May in Al Khor sunrise is at 04:56 and sunset at 18:05.
• Madīnat ash Shamāl - May »
  May, the last month of the spring in Madīnat ash Shamāl, is a tropical month, with an average temperature ranging between min 29.1°C (84.4°F) and max 31.8°C (89.2°F). On the last day of May, in Madīnat ash Shamāl sunrise is at 04:43 and sunset at 18:22 +03.
• Al Hitmi - May »
  During 1.1 rainfall days, in May, Al Hitmi aggregates 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. During 1.1 rainfall days, in May, Al Hitmi aggregates 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.
• Al Ghanim - May »
  On the first day of May in Al Ghanim sunrise is at 04:57 and sunset at 18:04. What is the last month it rains in Al Ghanim?
• Al Muntazah - May »
  On the first day of May in Al Muntazah sunrise is at 04:57 and sunset at 18:04. During 1.1 rainfall days, in May, Al Muntazah aggregates 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.
• Al Ruwais - May »
  On the first day of May in Al Ruwais, sunrise is at 04:57 and sunset at 18:07. On the first day of May in Al Ruwais, sunrise is at 04:57 and sunset at 18:07.
• Umm Bab - May »
  On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 04:46 and sunset at 18:22 +03. Note the substantial increase in average and maximum wind speeds, at 16.7km/h (10.4mph) and 18km/h (11.2mph) respectively, hinting at the arrival of windy summer days.