The climate of Kuwait
The current climate in Kuwait features temperatures ranging from a high of 47°C to a low of 20°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 35°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 8°C and in the warmer months around 32°C.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average monthly maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and average monthly rainfall (in millimeters) for Kuwait.
Temperature records
The highest temperature recorded in Kuwait in recent years was 52°C in July 2020. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 9°C in January 2016.
Rainfall amount
On average, Kuwait receives 174 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation annually.
The climate in Kuwait is based on weather data from Kuwait City. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Kuwait to get the full picture of the climate.
Best time to visit Kuwait?
The best time to visit Kuwait for sunny weather is January through April, November and December. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Kuwait. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
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Climate Table of Kuwait
The climate table of Kuwait shows the average temperatures, rainfall, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Temp. max (°C) | 20 | 23 | 27 | 34 | 40 | 46 | 47 | 47 | 44 | 37 | 27 | 22 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 9 | 11 | 16 | 21 | 27 | 31 | 33 | 32 | 29 | 23 | 16 | 11 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 22 | 33 | 16 | 9,8 | 2,6 | 5,1 | 3,9 | 2,4 | 2,3 | 2,6 | 44 | 30 |
| UV Index | 6 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 5 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
Temperature charts
These charts display the average temperatures in Kuwait. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Average Temperature per Month in Kuwait
Yearly Temperature in Kuwait
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in Kuwait. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail. The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Average Precipitation per Month in Kuwait
Total Yearly Precipitation in Kuwait
UV index chart
This chart shows the average UV index per month in Kuwait. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Average UV Index per Month in Kuwait
Weather experiences in Kuwait
The weather in Kuwait is rated an average of 3,3 out of 5 stars by 4 visitors. Have you been to Kuwait? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
Luuk
It got pretty hot during the day with temperatures around 35 degrees, but the evenings were pleasantly warm. Even though it was very hot during the day, this did not detract from the experience. However, be prepared for the heat if you travel during this period!
DaanJanuary weather in Kuwait is mild and pleasant, with daytime temperatures around 20 degrees, ideal for outdoor activities. However, it can get considerably colder at night. Remember.
RickThis is ideal if you like extreme heat, but it can be uncomfortable otherwise. Nights also stay warm.
Yente van den AkerThe air is usually clear, with occasional light breezes providing pleasant weather. Ideal weather for active relaxation. Not ideal, but certainly fun.
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Average weather in Kuwait by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Kuwait. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.