Southern Governorate weather
Today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Southern Governorate, Bahrain. Like most weather services, we show Southern Governorate at one spot: Ar Rifā‘, its largest city. At 12:45 AM local time it was clear and 28°C (83°F). Little to no rain in the next 24 hours. Best months for weather: Oct–Apr.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 0%
- Chance of rain
- 0%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Little to no rain in the next 24 hours
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Oct–AprOff season Jul–Aug
About Ar Rifā‘ weather
Is it raining in Ar Rifā‘ right now?
No. It’s clear and 28° right now. Little to no rain in the next 24 hours.
What’s the weather like in Ar Rifā‘ this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 32–36° and lows of 24–27°. Little rain is expected. The driest day looks like Sunday.
Has it been raining in Ar Rifā‘ lately?
Barely. The past 7 days were mostly dry, with 0.0 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Ar Rifā‘?
For the coming week, bring light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Southern Governorate weather by month
When is the best time to visit Southern Governorate?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Southern Governorate is Oct–Apr, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Jul–Aug tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 20°C (67°F) in January to 38°C (100°F) in August.
What is the rainiest month in Southern Governorate?
November is the wettest month, with about 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain on average. September is the driest, with about 0 mm (0.0 in).
What is the hottest month in Southern Governorate?
August is the warmest, with average highs of 38°C (100°F) and lows of 32°C (90°F). January is the coolest, with highs of 20°C (67°F) and lows of 16°C (61°F).
Does Southern Governorate have a rainy season?
Not a strong one. No month averages more than 150 mm of rain; the wettest is November at about 10 mm (0.4 in).
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis for Ar Rifā‘), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months
Compare places in Southern Governorate
Weather can differ a lot within Southern Governorate: coasts, hills and mountains each have their own climate.
| Place | Best months | Rainy months | Highs | Rain a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ar Rifā‘ | Oct–Apr | None | 20–38°C | 39 mm |
| Dār Kulayb | Oct–Apr | None | 20–38°C | 39 mm |
| Madīnat ‘Īsá | Oct–Apr | None | 20–38°C | 39 mm |