Muscat Weather in November 2026
“Reliably warm, dry, and generous with light.”
Roughly 1 rainy days across the month, on average.
November crowns Muscat's year with textbook desert weather, highs settling at 29.4C (84.9F) and lows to 21.7C (71.1F). Rainfall averages just 6mm across 1.2 days and sunshine hovers around 10.2 hours daily. Humidity drops to a comfortable 55%, and the Sea of Oman cools to 26C, prime for both swimming and diving. The Hajar mountains sharpen into detail, and every wadi returns to accessible.
Peak dhow-cruise season opens along Mutrah Corniche with sunset departures fully booked. Ras Al Jinz turtle nesting continues at high volume with visitor caps enforced by Oman Ministry of Environment. The 2026 National Day celebrations occur 18 November with flag-draped streets and fireworks over Corniche. Tour of Oman Ladies stages sometimes routes through November for training. Nizwa Fort hosts craft festivals.
Across 11 complete years (2015-2025), November has averaged 29.6C max with a standard deviation of 1.4C, offering the year's most consistent pleasant conditions. Cyclone risk drops sharply after 10 November. For 2026, ECMWF and NOAA models both predict near-normal conditions and typical trade winds moderating any residual humidity. Sea temperatures should reach 26C by mid-month.
November 2026 kicks off high-season pricing in earnest. Chedi Muscat rates climb 40% from October, and Al Bustan Palace suites book six months ahead for the National Day weekend. UK Thomas Cook and TUI charter routes to Muscat resume weekly frequency. Book Wadi Bani Khalid and Sharqiyah Sands overnight camps eight weeks ahead. Turtle reserve slots fill by August.
Mutrah Corniche at sunset walks past dhows still built by hand in Sur, three hours south. Real shuwa — lamb slow-roasted underground for 48 hours — appears at Eid only, but Bait Al Luban restaurant in Mutrah serves the closest daily version. The Grand Mosque's Persian carpet is one hand-woven piece requiring 600 women four years. Take the coastal road to Bimmah Sinkhole for freshwater cliff jumping locals do year-round.
What to pack for Muscat in November
November delivers ideal warm days with cooler dawns and desert nights.
- Light long-sleeve shirts for sun protection
- Cotton chinos or linen trousers
- Fleece midlayer for desert overnights (12C)
- Rash guard for extended swim/snorkel
- Modest attire for Grand Mosque
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Things worth doing
National Day fireworks Corniche 18 November, Ras Al Jinz turtle overnight, Mutrah sunset dhow cruise, Sharqiyah Sands desert camp, Wadi Shab canyon swim, Nizwa Fort craft festival weekend.
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Best time to visit Muscat
November is one of the best months to visit Muscat — alongside January, February, March. 11-year climate data (2015–2025) confirms it: comfortable temperatures, manageable rainfall, and a healthy dose of sunshine.
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Muscat in November — FAQ
Q01Should I visit Muscat in November?
Should I visit Muscat in November?
Yes — this is one of the best months of the year to visit. In November, Muscat averages a high of 29°C (85°F) and a low of 22°C (71°F), with 6mm of rainfall across roughly 1 rainy days. Muscat Festival January-February fills Naseem Park with traditional halwa makers and Bedouin horse racing; turtle nesting at Ras al Jinz peaks June through September.
Q02What temperatures should I expect in Muscat during November?
What temperatures should I expect in Muscat during November?
The average high temperature in Muscat during November is 29°C (85°F), with an average low of 22°C (71°F). These figures are averaged from 11 complete years of daily records (2015–2025, Open-Meteo Archive).
Q03Is November a rainy month in Muscat?
Is November a rainy month in Muscat?
Muscat averages approximately 1 rainy days in November, with a total monthly rainfall of about 6mm. This is based on daily precipitation records where days with 1mm or more of rain are counted as rainy days.
Q04How should I dress for Muscat in November?
How should I dress for Muscat in November?
For Muscat in November, pack light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen), sunscreen and sunglasses, comfortable walking shoes. These recommendations are based on 11 complete years of weather averages for this specific month. Modest shoulder-covering clothing for both genders — Sultan Qaboos Mosque enforces strictly and refuses entry, unlike the more relaxed UAE mosques.
Q05Is November a busy travel month for Muscat?
Is November a busy travel month for Muscat?
Tourist crowds in Muscat during November are typically moderate. Consider this when planning accommodation — prices track crowd levels closely. Mutrah Corniche at sunset walks past dhows still built by hand in Sur, three hours south. Real shuwa — lamb slow-roasted underground for 48 hours — appears at Eid only, but Bait Al Luban restaurant in Mutrah serves the closest daily version. The Grand Mosque's Persian carpet is one hand-woven piece requiring 600 women four years. Take the coastal road to Bimmah Sinkhole for freshwater cliff jumping locals do year-round.