Doha Travel Guide

City Facts

Location

East of Qatar Peninsula on the Arabian Gulf.

Time Zone

Central European GMT + 3.

Electricity

240V, 50Hz, three pin flat plugs.

Average January Temperatures

17°C (62°F).

Average July Temperatures

35°C (95°F).

Average Annual Rainfall

75mm (3 inches).

Cost of Living

Special Events

Qatar Masters
December-January
Golf tournament held over four days.
Doha Golf Club
Website: www.dohagolfclub.com

Doha Song Festival
February
Four-day cultural event that sees performers from all over the region including Egypt, the UAE and Morocco descend on the city.
Various Doha venues

Doha Cultural Festival
March
This festival explores Qatar's heritage through theater, poetry, visual art and music.
Various Doha venues

Qatar Summer Wonders
July-August
This nationwide festival sees a raft of cultural events come to Doha, alongside falconry displays and sales in the city's shopping malls.
Various venues with the Qatar International Exhibition Center staging some of the biggest events

Qatar International Boat & Marine Exhibition (QIBM)
November
Four-day boat show attracting delegates and companies from around the world.
Qatar International Exhibition Center
Website: www.ug4projects.com

Eid Al Fitr
November-December
A flurry of cultural events and shop sales accompanies this religious festival, which is timed to celebrate the end of Ramadan fasting.
Throughout Doha

Eid al Adha
November
Also known as the festival of sacrifice, Eid al Adha begins on November 27. The festival follows the annual Islamic pilgrimage and commemorates the trials of the Prophet Abraham. Please note that most venues do not serve alcohol the night before, and the first day of Eid.
Throughout Doha

LIFE - Be Part Of It!
November
Lifestyle and sports festival that aims to expand Qatar and Doha's profile as a major sporting and leisure destination.
Qatar International Exhibition Center
Website: www.ug4projects.com