Bahrain weather is similar to that of the Gulf coast of Arabia, however it is modified to some extent by the country’s insular nature.  Bahrain weather has two distinct seasons, a moderate winter and an extremely hot summer.  It is usually quite humid throughout the year.

Bahrain weather during the summer is quite uncomfortable, as there is extreme heat and humidity.  The period between April and October (which are the summer months), the average temperature is 40° C, even in the afternoon and it can sometimes reach 48° C.  Furthermore, during this period a hot, dry southwest wind occasionally blows sand clouds across the country.

From November to March, which constitute the winter season, Bahrain weather is more moderate, as the temperatures range between 10° C and 20° C.  Nevertheless, humidity often rises above 90% in the winter, which creates a rather damp atmosphere.  Additionally, from December to March, southeasterly winds, known as the shammal, bring damp air into Bahrain.

The precipitation is quite low, as the average annual rainfall is 72 mm, and thus most of it occurs during the winter months.  Rain usually comes in brief and heavy showers, which cause flooding in several areas.  Bahrain is generally a dry country, as there are no permanent rivers or lakes in Bahrain.

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