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Al Khor

City · 🇶🇦 Qatar
Population 202,031
Area 1,612 km²
Time zone Asia/Qatar
Al Khor

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Al Khor Essentials

Al Khor features a diverse range of landmarks, from the 60,000-seat Al Bayt Stadium, modeled after traditional nomadic tents, to the ancient purple dye production sites on Purple Island. The region preserves its natural heritage at the Al Thakira Mangroves and the Panda House, while historical watchtowers and the Al Khor Museum document the area's archaeological importance. The local fish market and waterfront corniche offer insight into the town's maritime traditions and daily life.

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Al Khor Essentials

Al Khor features a blend of modern landmarks and significant natural sites. Al Bayt Stadium showcases a retractable roof and a design inspired by traditional nomadic tents, while the Panda House serves as the Middle East's first giant panda habitat. The coastal landscape is home to the Al Thakira Mangroves and Purple Island, an ancient site of purple dye production. Al Khor Family Park provides dedicated spaces for wildlife, including a small zoo and a large walk-through aviary.

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Climate & when to visit

Best time to visit: January, February, March, April, November, December

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Typical weather in January

Great
  • 21° (feels like 18°) · extremes 12°–24°
  • 15° at night
  • 3 rainy days
  • 6 sunny days
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • 21°C · cool for a dip
  • UV index 4 · moderate

Typical weather in February

Great
  • 22° (feels like 19°) · extremes 12°–26°
  • 16° at night
  • 2 rainy days
  • 9 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • 20°C · cool for a dip
  • UV index 5 · moderate

Typical weather in March

Great
  • 25° (feels like 23°) · extremes 14°–29°
  • 18° at night
  • 2 rainy days
  • 13 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Comfortable humidity
  • Light breeze
  • 21°C · cool for a dip
  • UV index 7 · high

Typical weather in April

Great
  • 30° (feels like 29°) · extremes 18°–34°
  • 22° at night
  • 1 rainy day
  • 10 sunny days
  • 8 hours of sunshine per day
  • Humid air
  • Light breeze
  • 24°C · cool for a dip
  • UV index 8 · very high

Typical weather in May

Poor
  • 35° · extremes 22°–39°
  • 26° at night
  • 0 rainy days
  • 16 sunny days
  • 9 hours of sunshine per day
  • Muggy, humid air
  • Light breeze
  • 28°C · warm for swimming
  • UV index 9 · very high
Up to 14 days above 35°

Typical weather in June

Poor
  • 37° (feels like 38°) · extremes 25°–40°
  • 29° at night
  • 0 rainy days
  • 22 sunny days
  • 10 hours of sunshine per day
  • Oppressive humidity
  • Light breeze
  • 31°C · warm for swimming
  • UV index 9 · very high
Up to 27 days above 35°

Typical weather in July

Poor
  • 38° (feels like 42°) · extremes 27°–41°
  • 30° at night
  • 0 rainy days
  • 13 sunny days
  • 9 hours of sunshine per day
  • Oppressive humidity
  • Light breeze
  • 33°C · warm for swimming
  • UV index 9 · very high
Up to 31 days above 35°

Typical weather in August

Poor
  • 38° (feels like 43°) · extremes 28°–41°
  • 30° at night
  • 0 rainy days
  • 16 sunny days
  • 9 hours of sunshine per day
  • Oppressive humidity
  • Light breeze
  • 34°C · warm for swimming
  • UV index 8 · very high
Up to 31 days above 35°

Typical weather in September

Poor
  • 37° (feels like 40°) · extremes 26°–39°
  • 29° at night
  • 0 rainy days
  • 19 sunny days
  • 9 hours of sunshine per day
  • Oppressive humidity
  • Light breeze
  • 33°C · warm for swimming
  • UV index 8 · very high
Up to 26 days above 35°

Typical weather in October

Fair
  • 33° (feels like 36°) · extremes 23°–37°
  • 26° at night
  • 0 rainy days
  • 16 sunny days
  • 8 hours of sunshine per day
  • Oppressive humidity
  • Light breeze
  • 31°C · warm for swimming
  • UV index 6 · high
Up to 6 days above 35°

Typical weather in November

Great
  • 28° (feels like 27°) · extremes 19°–32°
  • 22° at night
  • 2 rainy days
  • 5 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Humid air
  • Light breeze
  • 28°C · warm for swimming
  • UV index 5 · moderate

Typical weather in December

Great
  • 23° (feels like 21°) · extremes 14°–27°
  • 18° at night
  • 2 rainy days
  • 3 sunny days
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • Comfortable humidity
  • Light breeze
  • 23°C · cool for a dip
  • UV index 4 · moderate

Climate data: NASA POWER + Copernicus ERA5-Land and ERA5 · 1996–2025

Practical information

Currency
Qatari Riyal QAR · Card payments · Widely accepted
Emergency numbers
999
Electricity
Type G
240 V · 50 Hz
Languages
Arabic
Tap water
Drink with caution
Driving side
Right
Calling code
+974
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Tours & Activities

Al Bayt Stadium
Drive
Al Thakira Mangroves
Drive
Purple Island

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