Ahmad bin Ali StadiumAhmad bin Ali Stadium at a Glance
About Ahmad bin Ali Stadium
Ahmad bin Ali Stadium is a football stadium in the Al Rayyan municipality of Qatar that was reconstructed for the 2022 FIFA World Cup. The rebuilt venue replaced an earlier stadium on the site and was developed to meet modern tournament standards.
The stadium hosts football matches and includes spectator amenities, player facilities and improved transport access for events. It is named after a member of the ruling Al Thani family and is located within the sporting and urban area around Al Rayyan.
Situated in Al Rayyan on the outskirts of Doha, the stadium is accessible by road and event transport services and is part of the cluster of venues used for national and international fixtures.
- Reconstruction: Rebuilt as a modern stadium for the 2022 FIFA World Cup, it has a capacity of about 40,000 and features a facade design referencing local identity.
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Best Time to Visit Ahmad bin Ali Stadium
Best visited in cooler months (November-March), particularly for sporting events.
Weather & Climate near Ahmad bin Ali Stadium
Ahmad bin Ali Stadium's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with very hot summers (peaking in July) and mild winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 12°C to 41°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Excellent | 12° - 21° | 17° | 12 mm | partly cloudy | 63% | 3.6 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.6h |
| February | Excellent | 13° - 23° | 18° | 17 mm | partly cloudy | 61% | 4.1 m/s | 1.1 high | 11.2h |
| March | Excellent | 16° - 26° | 21° | 27 mm | partly cloudy | 53% | 4.2 m/s | 1.4 high | 11.9h |
| April | Ideal | 20° - 32° | 26° | 6 mm | partly cloudy | 46% | 4.1 m/s | 1.7 very high | 12.6h |
| May | Excellent | 25° - 38° | 31° | 1 mm | some cloud | 39% | 3.8 m/s | 2.0 very high | 13.3h |
| June | Very Good | 27° - 41° | 34° | 0 mm | mostly sunny | 39% | 4.3 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 13.6h |
| July | Very Good | 29° - 41° | 38° | 0 mm | some cloud | 43% | 4.4 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 13.4h |
| August | Very Good | 29° - 40° | 39° | 0 mm | some cloud | 47% | 4.0 m/s | 2.0 very high | 12.9h |
| September | Excellent | 26° - 39° | 35° | 0 mm | mostly sunny | 49% | 3.5 m/s | 1.6 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Excellent | 23° - 35° | 30° | 1 mm | mostly sunny | 52% | 3.2 m/s | 1.2 high | 11.4h |
| November | Ideal | 19° - 29° | 24° | 7 mm | some cloud | 57% | 3.1 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 10.8h |
| December | Ideal | 15° - 24° | 19° | 11 mm | some cloud | 64% | 3.8 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.4h |
How to Get to Ahmad bin Ali Stadium
Ahmad bin Ali Stadium is in Al Rayyan, roughly 20-30 minutes by car from central Doha. During major events public transport and shuttle services are organized; taxis and ride-hailing are commonly used otherwise.
Tips for Visiting Ahmad bin Ali Stadium
- If attending a match, check local transport advisories-match days use coordinated traffic management.
- The stadium sits in Al Rayyan and pairs well with a visit to the nearby Falcon Souq for a cultural detour.
- The exterior motif references local patterns-photographers will want to visit during golden hour.