Kuwait Weather Today: Live Temperature, Dust & 7-Day Forecast (+ Climate by Month)

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1. How to read the live weather box
2. Kuwait climate month by month
3. Kuwait weather in October and November
4. Traditional Kuwaiti seasons
5. Weather differences across Kuwait’s areas
6. Weather tips for new arrivals
7. Summer heat rules and safety
8. Dust storms and air quality
9. Rain, flooding and winter
10. Weather and daily life in Kuwait
11. কুয়েতের আবহাওয়া আজ (Bangla)
12. Frequently asked questions
13. Related pages

How to read the live weather box

Choose your area from the list in the weather box above. It shows the current temperature and the feels-like temperature, humidity, wind speed and direction, the air-quality index and dust levels, followed by a 7-day forecast with daily highs, lows and UV index. Data comes from the Open-Meteo forecast service and refreshes every 15 minutes.

• Feels-like matters more than the air temperature in August and September, when coastal humidity makes 40°C feel much hotter.
• UV index in Kuwait reaches very high levels from late spring to early autumn; above 8, cover up and avoid the midday sun.
• Air quality above 150 is unhealthy for everyone, and above 100 for people with asthma or heart conditions.
• Wind from the north-west (the Shamal) usually means dust; south-easterly winds bring humidity.

Kuwait climate month by month

Month	Average high	Average low	What to expect
January	19°	8°	Mild, occasional rain
February	22°	10°	Mild, windy
March	27°	14°	Warm, dust storms begin
April	33°	20°	Hot, dusty
May	41°	26°	Very hot
June	45°	29°	Extreme heat, Shamal dust winds
July	47°	31°	Hottest month
August	47°	30°	Hot and humid at the coast
September	44°	27°	Hot, humid
October	37°	21°	Hot days, cooler nights
November	27°	14°	Pleasant, first rains
December	21°	9°	Cool, best outdoor season

Figures are long-term averages for Kuwait City. The interior (Jahra, Abdali, Mitribah) is a few degrees hotter by day and colder at night, while the coast (Salmiya, Fintas, Mahboula) is more humid. Kuwait regularly records some of the highest temperatures on Earth – 53–54°C at Mitribah in July.

Kuwait weather in October and November

Late October is a turning point. Afternoon highs are still in the mid-30s, but nights fall into the low 20s and the extreme humidity of September eases. By November, days are pleasant at around 25–27°C and the first rains usually arrive. This is when Kuwaitis traditionally say the hot season is over and families start planning desert outings and camping for the winter.

Traditional Kuwaiti seasons

Many Kuwaitis still describe the weather by traditional seasons from the old Kuwaiti calendar, such as the one popularised by the Al-Ojairi family. You will hear these names on local television and in conversation:

Season	Approximate time	What it means
Suhail	Late August	Rising of the star Suhail; the worst heat starts to break, nights slowly cool
Al-Wasm	Mid-October to early December	Start of the rainy season; first showers and cooler nights
Al-Murabaaniya	From early December, about 40 days	Coldest part of winter; cold nights in the desert
Spring storms (Sarayat)	Spring, around April–May	Sudden thunderstorms, strong winds and dust

These dates are traditional guides, not official forecasts. For warnings, always follow the Kuwait Meteorological Department.

Weather differences across Kuwait’s areas

Kuwait is small and flat, but the weather is not identical everywhere. Distance from the sea makes the biggest difference: coastal areas are more humid and a little milder at night, while inland and desert areas have bigger swings between day and night.

Area type	Examples	What to expect
Coastal city	Salmiya, Kuwait City, Fintas, Mahboula	Higher humidity, especially August–September; slightly warmer nights
Inland residential	Farwaniya, Jleeb, Sabah Al Salem	Hot, drier air; dust more noticeable
North and west	Jahra, Abdali, Mitribah	Hottest summer days; coldest winter nights
South	Ahmadi, Wafra, Khiran	Similar to inland, sea breeze near the coast at Khiran

Weather tips for new arrivals

• Light, loose cotton clothing works best from May to October; air-conditioned offices and malls can feel cold, so carry a layer.
• Park in shade or use a windscreen sun shade – steering wheels and seats get too hot to touch in summer.
• Service your home and car air-conditioning before May; repair companies are fully booked in midsummer.
• Use sunscreen and sunglasses all year; the sun is strong even in winter.
• Plan errands, exercise and walking for early morning or after sunset between June and September.
• Keep an eye on the forecast before desert trips – fog, dust and rain can change conditions quickly.

Summer heat rules and safety

• Midday outdoor work ban: from 1 June to 31 August, outdoor work is banned between 11 AM and 4 PM. Workers can report violations to the Public Authority for Manpower.
• Drink water before you feel thirsty, avoid direct sun from 11 AM to 4 PM, and never leave children or pets in a parked car – the inside of a car heats up dangerously within minutes.
• Car batteries and tyres fail most in summer; keep the roadside assistance numbers handy.
• Electricity demand peaks in July and August, and scheduled power cuts have been announced in some areas in recent summers – see MEW bills and outages.
• Signs of heat exhaustion include dizziness, heavy sweating, nausea and headache. Move to shade, drink water and call 112 if symptoms worsen or the person becomes confused.

Dust storms and air quality

The north-westerly Shamal wind brings dust from Iraq and Saudi Arabia, mostly from March to July. When the air-quality index goes above 150, people with asthma should stay indoors, close windows and run the AC on recirculate. Schools sometimes switch to remote learning, and the civil aviation authority can delay flights for low visibility.

• Drive slowly with headlights on during dust storms, and pull over safely if you cannot see the road ahead.
• Keep an N95 or similar mask in the car for very dusty days.
• Change the AC filters at home and in the car more often in the dust season.
• Follow the Kuwait Meteorological Department (met.gov.kw and @KuwaitMet on X) for official warnings.

Rain, flooding and winter

Most of Kuwait’s 100–120 mm of annual rain falls between November and April in a few heavy storms. Roads and tunnels flood quickly, so the government often announces work-from-home or school suspensions on storm days. Winter nights in the desert can drop below 5°C, so the camping season from December to March needs warm layers.

• Avoid underpasses and low roads during heavy rain.
• Report flooded roads or hazards to the Ministry of Public Works hotline 150.
• Check car wipers, tyres and lights before the rainy season starts.

Weather and daily life in Kuwait

Activity	Best months	Notes
Desert camping	December–March	Licensed camping season; nights are cold
Beach and sea	April–May, October–November	Water is warm and the sun is gentler than midsummer
Outdoor sport and walking	November–March	Evenings in summer only, after sunset
Travel for summer holidays	June–August	Many families leave Kuwait during the hottest months

For daylight hours and the best times for outdoor plans, see sunrise and sunset in Kuwait. Prayer times also move with the seasons – see prayer times in Kuwait.

কুয়েতের আবহাওয়া আজ (Bangla)

উপরের লাইভ বক্সে কুয়েতের আজকের আবহাওয়া দেখুন – তাপমাত্রা, আর্দ্রতা, বাতাস, ধুলা এবং ৭ দিনের পূর্বাভাস। আপনার এলাকা (কুয়েত সিটি, সালমিয়া, ফারওয়ানিয়া, জাহরা, আহমাদি) তালিকা থেকে বেছে নিন। জুন থেকে আগস্ট পর্যন্ত তাপমাত্রা ৪৫–৫০°C পর্যন্ত ওঠে; এই সময় ১ জুন থেকে ৩১ আগস্ট সকাল ১১টা থেকে বিকেল ৪টা পর্যন্ত খোলা জায়গায় কাজ নিষিদ্ধ। প্রচুর পানি পান করুন এবং দুপুরের রোদ এড়িয়ে চলুন। ডিসেম্বর থেকে ফেব্রুয়ারি শীতকাল, রাতে তাপমাত্রা ৮–১০°C পর্যন্ত নামতে পারে।

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