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Month-by-month climate for Kuwait, the best season to visit and how Ramadan and the holidays affect a trip.
Last reviewed: October 2026
The best time to visit Kuwait is from November to March, when days are sunny and mild (around 19–27°C) and evenings are cool. October and April are warm but pleasant early and late in the day. From May to September Kuwait has one of the hottest climates on earth, with average highs of 43–47°C in June, July and August.
| Month | Avg. high | Avg. low | Rain | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19.6 °C | 7.6 °C | 30.2 mm | Ideal |
| February | 22.1 °C | 9.1 °C | 10.5 mm | Ideal |
| March | 26.5 °C | 13.3 °C | 18.2 mm | Ideal |
| April | 32.7 °C | 19.1 °C | 11.5 mm | Warm |
| May | 39.9 °C | 24.9 °C | 0.4 mm | Warm |
| June | 45.1 °C | 28.7 °C | 0.0 mm | Extreme heat |
| July | 46.6 °C | 30.4 °C | 0.0 mm | Extreme heat |
| August | 46.4 °C | 29.7 °C | 0.0 mm | Extreme heat |
| September | 43.0 °C | 26.1 °C | 0.0 mm | Extreme heat |
| October | 36.1 °C | 20.7 °C | 1.4 mm | Warm |
| November | 27.1 °C | 14.2 °C | 18.5 mm | Ideal |
| December | 21.6 °C | 9.2 °C | 25.5 mm | Ideal |
Source: Kuwait City climate normals 1991–2020. Rain falls mostly between November and April; spring and early summer can bring dust storms carried by the north-westerly shamal wind.
Holidays and Ramadan
- National Day (25 February) and Liberation Day (26 February) are the biggest celebrations of the year; hotels fill up and the seafront is crowded.
- During Ramadan, eating, drinking and smoking in public during daylight hours are not allowed. Opening hours change, but evenings are lively and atmospheric.
- Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha bring public holidays of several days; many residents travel abroad and flights are busy.
- See the events calendar for the year’s festivals and expected holiday dates.