Geography of Doha
Geography of Doha: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Doha
Abu Dhabi is 187 mi to the east, United Arab Emirates is 187 mi to the east, Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is 194 mi to the east and Zayed International Airport is 204 mi to the east.
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Coordinates: 25°17′7.4″N 51°31′51.6″E (25.2854, 51.531)
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Summary
Doha is a city in Qatar. Doha is known for Museum of Islamic Art and souqs. It has a population of about 1.2 million.
Right now it is 103°F (40°C) in Doha with clear sky. It feels like 120°F. Today runs from 88°F to 103°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.3/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Doha is January, February, March, April, November and December. The climate is hot and arid. June, July and August tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 110°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 59°F.
The closest major airport is Hamad International Airport (DOH), about 5 mi away. Nearby highlights include Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and Burj Khalifa.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 103°F is 3.6°F below the 107°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. driving is the strongest bet in Doha today at 9.5/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Doha month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74° | 59° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| February | 76° | 61° | 0,5 in | ★★★★★ |
| March | 80° | 65° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 91° | 74° | 0,4 in | ★★★★★ |
| May | 103° | 82° | 0,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 109° | 87° | 0,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 110° | 90° | 0,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 107° | 89° | 0,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 104° | 85° | 0,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 96° | 79° | 0,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 87° | 71° | 0,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| December | 78° | 63° | 0,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Hot and arid. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Doha?
Doha is a city in Qatar. Its coordinates are 25.2854, 51.531. It lies in Asia.
What is the weather like in Doha right now?
It is currently 103°F (40°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 52% and wind is 6 mph.
When is the best time to visit Doha?
January, February, March, April, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Doha, which has a hot and arid climate. June, July and August are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Doha in?
Doha observes Asia/Qatar (UTC+03:00). The local time is 1:44 AM.
How many people live in Doha?
Doha has a population of approximately 1.2 million.
What is the nearest airport to Doha?
The closest airports are Hamad International Airport (DOH), 5 mi away, Zayed International Airport (AUH), 204 mi away and Dubai International Airport (DXB), 240 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Doha?
Popular options include Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and Burj Khalifa.
What places are in Doha?
Doha covers 1 places in this atlas, including Hamad International Airport.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 23, 2026 at 1:44 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
