Spring is coming.

Unlike popular perceptions, it is not always hot in Qatar.

The last couple of winter months in Qatar has been relatively cool - with temperatures of about 18C in the day and dropping to as low as 8C at night.

People love winter in Qatar. Out come the fashion parade of sweaters, jackets, scarfs and even gloves to break the summer monotony. The low temperature also mean more BBQ parties in the courtyard, sand dune bashing in cool weather, long walks in the parks, occasional refreshing rain and blooming flowers.

Homes and offices in Qatar often have powerful air-conditioners but rarely have winter heating. Hence, when winter temperature drops a bit too low, gas and electric heaters become hot selling items in shops and supermarkets throughout Qatar.

Yes... you read correctly. It's true that gas and electric heaters can be a top-selling item in Qatar. So, manufacturers of heaters do take heed...

Even the birds know that spring is coming soon
(Migrating birds in formation seen over Al Corniche)