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Sohar, Oman
Al Batinah North · Oman
Sohar is a large city in Al Batinah North, Oman with a population of 108,274. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Sohar
Sohar, officially: Suhar, is the capital and largest city of the Al Batinah North Governorate in Oman. An ancient capital of the country that once served as an important Islamic port town on the Gulf of Oman, Sohar has also been credited as the mythical birthplace of Sinbad the Sailor. It was historically known as Mazūn (مَزُوْن).
People
Climate
| Population | 108,274 |
| Population Density | 893 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Coordinates | 24.3475°, 56.7094° |
| Timezone | Asia/Muscat |
| Country | 🇴🇲 Oman |
| State / Province | Al Batinah North |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 93°F (34°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 3.7 inches (95 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sohar
Sohar is a large city in Oman (Al Batinah North) with a population of 108,274. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 93°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 3.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Muscat.
Climate in Sohar
Sohar has an average annual temperature of 27.5°C (82°F). The hottest month is Jun (33.3°C), the coldest is Jan (20°C). Average annual precipitation is 81 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.4°F |
| 51% above Oman avg | |
| January Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 93°F (34°C) |
| Sunny Days | 329 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Area | 121.2 sq mi (314.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 893/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 24.3475°N, 56.7094°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Muscat |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67°F (20°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 69°F (21°C) | 1.1 in | Wettest |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 0.8 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 0.4 in | |
| May | 90°F (32°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 93°F (34°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest, Driest |
| July | 93°F (34°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 90°F (32°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 88°F (31°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 84°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 71°F (21°C) | 0.5 in |
Sohar has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 67°F in January to 93°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 3.7 inches, with February being the wettest month (1.1") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Sohar
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian School Sohar | - | - | - | - |
| Masoud bin Ramadan School | - | - | - | - |
| Al Batinah International School- ABIS | - | - | - | - |
| Sohar international high school | - | - | - | - |
| pakistan school sohar | - | - | - | - |
| Sohar international school new campus | - | - | - | - |
| Knowledge oasis private school | - | - | - | - |
| Pakistan school Sohar | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة أم سلمه الثانويه | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة بلقيس للتعليم الأساسي | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة الزهور | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Sohar
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Sohar
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sohar Fort Museum |
Farmers Markets in Sohar
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fresh mart | |||||
| Fresh mart | |||||
| Saham new Souq centre | |||||
| Souq | |||||
| سماء صحار للتسوق |
Hotels in Sohar
12 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Sohar
20 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Sohar
10 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Sohar
2 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Sohar
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Sohar
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Sohar
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Sohar
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sohar
29 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Sohar
9 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Sohar
9 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Sohar
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Sohar
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Suhar International Airport | OHS | Large Airport |
Post Offices in Sohar
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Wasel Lee | |
| بريد عمان |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sohar
15 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ghail Shaboul Mosque | |
| Sheikh Khalifa Mosque | |
| St. Anthony's Catholic Church | |
| St.Gregorios Jacobite Syrian Church | |
| Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque Sohar | |
| جامع الغشبه | |
| جامع الوقيبه | |
| جامع عبدالله بن عباس رضي الله عنهما | |
| مسجد | |
| مسجد الشعيلي | |
| مسجد الفاروق | |
| مسجد المكرمه | |
| مسجد الهمبار | |
| مسجد مركز صحار الصحي | |
| مسجد مستشفى صحار |
Quick Facts
Around Sohar
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Sohar
1 places within 15 km
- • salan beach
🇴🇲 About Oman
Frequently Asked Questions About Sohar
What is the population of Sohar?
Sohar has a population of 108,274 residents and is located in Oman. The population density is 893 people per square mile, spread across 121.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sohar?
Sohar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 93°F in July. The area receives 329 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 3.7 inches.