Top cities in Salalah and Oman
The capital of Dhofar: beaches, banana and coconut plantations, and the base for the Khareef season.
Waterfalls, a lake and mountains covered in green during the Khareef.
Springs set in greenery near Salalah.
The capital: the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, Mutrah souk and the corniche.
Nizwa fort, cool mountains and hanging villages.
Weather in Salalah by month
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | 28° | 28° | 30° | 32° | 33° | 32° | 28° | 27° | 30° | 31° | 31° | 29° |
| Low | 19° | 20° | 22° | 25° | 27° | 28° | 25° | 24° | 25° | 23° | 22° | 21° |
| Rain (mm) | 1 | 0 | 5 | 4 | 24 | 6 | 21 | 19 | 8 | 5 | 2 | 4 |
| Month | High | Low | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 28° | 19° | 1 |
| Feb | 28° | 20° | 0 |
| Mar | 30° | 22° | 5 |
| Apr | 32° | 25° | 4 |
| May | 33° | 27° | 24 |
| Jun | 32° | 28° | 6 |
| Jul | 28° | 25° | 21 |
| Aug | 27° | 24° | 19 |
| Sep | 30° | 25° | 8 |
| Oct | 31° | 23° | 5 |
| Nov | 31° | 22° | 2 |
| Dec | 29° | 21° | 4 |
Source: Salalah Airport, 1991–2020 normals, in degrees Celsius.
Best time to visit Salalah and Oman
The Khareef season from July to September is Salalah's secret: drizzle, mist and greenery, with days no hotter than 28° while the rest of the Gulf swelters.
August is the peak of the season and the most crowded, so book hotels early.
Muscat and northern Oman are best from October to March.
Before you travel
- Salalah's hotels fill up weeks before the Khareef; book early.
- Direct flights to Salalah are seasonal; the rest of the year connect via Muscat or Jeddah.
- Pack a light rain layer; the drizzle is constant in the Khareef.
Frequently asked questions
Do Saudis need a visa for Oman?
No. A valid passport or Saudi national ID is enough.
When is the Khareef season in Salalah?
July to September, peaking in August.
Are there direct flights from Riyadh to Salalah?
Yes, seasonal direct flights in summer; the rest of the year via Muscat.
Last updated: October 2026. The information is for guidance only; entry requirements and flight schedules change. Please check the official requirements before travel. The binding price is the one in your booking confirmation.