Kuwait Red Fort
Jahra, Kuwait
The Kuwait Red Fort is a fortification located in the city of Jahra, Kuwait. It stands as one of the most looked-up sights in the country.
Planning a visit
The weather in Jahra is mildest from November to March, with highs ranging from 17 °C to 26 °C. The summer months from May through September are very hot, with daily highs frequently exceeding 40 °C, peaking at 46 °C in July and August. Rain is infrequent throughout the year, with the highest rainfall occurring in November at 20 mm.
Kuwait International Airport is 31 km away, serving as the nearest airport. The fort is located 29 km from Kuwait City. Nearby locations include the Kuwait National Assembly Building at 27.7 km, Seif Palace at 28.4 km, the Grand Mosque of Kuwait at 29 km, Al Shaheed Park at 30.5 km, and the Kuwait Towers at 31.7 km.
Weather by month
The warmest month is July, with an average high of 46 °C. Rain is spread fairly evenly through the year.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 17 | 21 | 26 | 33 | 40 | 45 | 46 | 46 | 43 | 36 | 26 | 19 |
| Average low, °C | 7 | 9 | 13 | 20 | 26 | 30 | 32 | 31 | 27 | 22 | 15 | 10 |
| Rainfall, mm | 27 | 13 | 16 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 20 | 18 |
| Rainy days | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
