Climate
Qatar’s climate is characterised by mild winters and very hot summers with temperatures reaching over 40°C (104°F). Many residents choose to leave the country during July and August as...
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Flora & Fauna
As you would expect in a country with such an arid climate, the variety of flora and fauna in Qatar is somewhat limited. Much of the country consists of sand dunes, rocky hills, gravel...
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Environmental Issues
The Supreme Council for the Environment & Natural Reserves (SCENR, www.qatarenv.org) was set up in 2000 with the purpose of protecting the environment, conserving endangered species of...
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