What to do in Oman in November?
November, it’s both fall and beginning of winter. Temperatures are still a bit hot at the beginning of the month and drop little by lttle to become temperate at the end of the month…
Beginning of November, in the northern mountains, farmers finish planting and seeding winter crops (garlic, onions, wheat, and vegetables).
End of November, farmers from lower lands (like Nizwa, for example…) do the same.
Harvesting of dates has already finished…
Climate in November in Oman
Below is a summary of the weather in the main climate zones of Oman.
The markers 🟢🟡🟠🔴 show our opinon (subjective, but based on objective facts) regarding the possibilities for hiking and camping.
Climate zones
Climate in November
Coast of the sea of Oman
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Pleasant temperatures (~30°C daytime / ~ 20-25°C nighttime)
Low humidity
Medium sun
Coast of the Indian Ocean
(Ras Al Hadd > Shuwaymiyah)
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Pleasant temperatures (~30°C daytime / ~ 20°C nighttime)
Low humidity
Medium sun
Coast of the Indian Ocean
(Dhofar)
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Hot temperatures (~30-35°C daytime / ~ 20-25°C nighttime)
Medium humidity
Medium sun
Big Inland *
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Pleasant temperatures (~30°C daytime / ~ 20°C nighttime)
Low humidity
Medium sun
Hajar Mountains **
~1000m height
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Temperatures agreables (~30°C daytime / ~ 15-20°C nighttime)
Low humidity
Medium sun
Hajar Mountains **
~2000m height
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Pleasant temperatures (~20-25°C daytime / ~ 5-15°C nighttime)
Low humidity
Medium sun
Dhofar Mountains
~1000m height
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Pleasant temperatures (~25-30°C daytime / ~ 15-20°C nighttime)
Medium humidity
Medium sun
* in the desert (above all Rub Al Khali, and to a lesser extent in Wahiba Sands), temperatures rise higher during the day, and drop lower at night (~5-10°C gap, sometimes more).
Bad weather in Northern Oman bring sudden drop in temperatures inland.
** in the montains, above all in winter (when the sun is lower), there can be big difference between northern slopes, which see less sun, and southern slopes which are continuously exposed. The same apply to steep-sided places.
Best outdoor activities to do in Oman in November
November is a very good month to visit Oman.
For mountain hiking, days are still a bit hot at the beginning of the month, but it’s totaly bearable ; at the end of the month, it’s perfect! Nights over 2000m might be mild or freezing cold (we usualy witness in November the first frosts around 2000m). So, you should plan warm clothes. If you plan to camp, you should bring a warm sleeping bag (Comfort -5°C).
Mid-november opens the season to stay several days in the desert for hiking. Beginning of November is usually still a bit hot : you can go in the desert, but better not to plan to stay too many days…
Seaside is very pleasant and the water of the Sea of Oman is still warm : perfect for snorkeling!
In the wadis water is also at good temperature : swimming in natural pools is great! We can still go canyoning and aquatic hiking in shorts and t-shirts without wetsuits.
Camping in the desert, on the coast, or in the lowhills is really nice : temperatures are mild but drop enough at night so that we can sleep. If you camp in the mountain, it might start to be cold at night, and you should plan warm clothes and a good sleeping bag!
Outdoor activities to avoid in November in Oman
Not much to advise against doing in November… but as it is a transition season, some activities are best at the beggining or at the end of the month :
For desert, better at the end of the month. Beginning of November is often still a bit hot, above all in Rub Al Khali…
Have a look at what we offer in November in Oman
We offer tours in Oman from October to April, in small groups with scheduled departures. All the itineraries are especialy designed according to the date they are scheduled.
Have a look at the trips we offer in Oman next November