In June 2026, Oman faced extreme temperatures as the mercury soared to a record high of 50.4°C in Mahout, marking the highest temperature ever recorded in the country for that month. In stark contrast, Jabal Shams experienced a low of 11.1°C, illustrating the country’s diverse climate conditions according to the Civil Aviation Authority’s latest weather data.
Several other regions also reported soaring temperatures, with Barka, Damaa and Al Tayeen, and Fahud each reaching 49.4°C, while Qarn Al Alam recorded a slightly cooler 48.4°C. Despite the overwhelming heat in these areas, some parts of Oman experienced milder temperatures. Saiq registered 16.8°C, Al Ashkharah 18.0°C, Jabal Harem 18.2°C, and Dhalkut 20.4°C, providing a respite from the summer heat.
Rainfall during June was primarily concentrated in Dhofar and surrounding mountainous regions, with Dhalkut receiving the highest precipitation of 55 mm. Jabal Shams followed with 18.4 mm, while Saiq received 16.6 mm, Ibra 12.2 mm, and Qayroun Hairiti 11.2 mm of rain.
The data underscores the stark climatic contrast experienced across Oman in June, where severe summer heat prevailed in much of the country, while sporadic rainfall was limited to specific areas, bringing varied weather conditions to different regions.