Al Jalali Fort
Al Jalali Fort is a castle and a part of the Mascate fortresses in Muscat. It is recognized as part of the Heritage of Portuguese Influence and is one of the 11 most looked-up sights in Oman on English Wikipedia.
Planning a visit
The weather is warmest from May to October, with daily highs reaching about 35 °C. The coolest months are January and February, when highs are around 23 °C to 24 °C. Rainfall is low throughout the year, with the most rain occurring in January and February, averaging about 16 to 17 mm over 2 or 3 days.
The fort is located 1 km from the capital, Muscat. Visitors can reach the area via Muscat International Airport, which is 32 km away. While visiting the fort, you can also see Al Alam Palace, which is 0.3 km away, or travel 21.6 km to reach the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque.
Weather by month
The warmest month is June, with an average high of 35 °C. Rain is spread fairly evenly through the year.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 23 | 24 | 26 | 30 | 34 | 35 | 35 | 33 | 33 | 31 | 28 | 24 |
| Average low, °C | 19 | 20 | 22 | 26 | 29 | 31 | 30 | 29 | 28 | 27 | 23 | 20 |
| Rainfall, mm | 17 | 16 | 17 | 7 | 1 | 8 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 13 |
| Rainy days | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
