Al-Hallaniyah
Island Uninhabited Dhofar island with rugged coastline
Island in Oman’s Dhofar Hallaniyat group off the southern coast, known for remote beaches, currents and dive sites; reached on boat trips from Salalah for diving and coastal excursions.
How to Get to Al-Hallaniyah #
Access is by boat from the Dhofar coast near Salalah; trips are typically private charters. There are no regular ferries or tourist services to the islands.
Tips for Visiting Al-Hallaniyah #
- There are no regular tourist facilities on Al‑Hallaniyah - bring sufficient provisions for any visit.
- If attempting a landing, check weather and seek local permissions; the island is remote and winds can be strong.
- The island is ecologically sensitive - avoid disturbing bird colonies and tidal habitats.
Best Time to Visit Al-Hallaniyah #
Best visited in the cooler winter months when seas are calmer; access is by charter boat and conditions vary seasonally.
Weather & Climate near Al-Hallaniyah #
Al-Hallaniyah's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with very hot summers (peaking in June) and warm winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 17°C to 36°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall.
January
January is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 17°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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February
February is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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March
March is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 20°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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April
April is hot, feeling like 33°C due to high humidity. Light rainfall and clear sunny skies.
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May
May is hot, feeling like 41°C with oppressive humidity. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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June
June is the hottest month, feeling like 45°C with oppressive humidity. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is hot, feeling like 42°C with oppressive humidity. Almost no rain, partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 38°C with oppressive humidity. Light rainfall, partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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September
September is hot, feeling like 33°C with oppressive humidity. The driest month with just 2 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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October
October is hot, feeling like 30°C due to high humidity. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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November
November is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 20°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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December
December is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.