Climate overview of Lebanon
The overall best travel time for a holiday in Lebanon is from April to mid-October. This is the period when there is little precipitation, the sun shines often and the temperatures are most pleasant. However July and August can be a bit hot with maximum temperatures that are often around 30°C (86°F) or higher. If you are not a heat person, then you might rather choose to travel in May, June or September.
If you want to celebrate a beach holiday in Lebanon, the period June to September is the best travel time. May and October also have beautiful beach days.
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Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.
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Regional climate differences
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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.
| Beirut | 16°C (61°F) – 31°C (88°F) | 8°C (46°F) – 23°C (73°F) | 715 mm (28 in) | 2,964 hours |
| Jounieh | 14°C (57°F) – 30°C (86°F) | 7°C (45°F) – 22°C (72°F) | 722 mm (28 in) | 2,964 hours |
| Jbeil | 14°C (57°F) – 29°C (84°F) | 8°C (46°F) – 22°C (72°F) | 759 mm (30 in) | 2,964 hours |
| Al Arz | 10°C (50°F) – 30°C (86°F) | 1°C (34°F) – 19°C (66°F) | 570 mm (22 in) | — |
| Aley | 14°C (57°F) – 31°C (88°F) | 5°C (41°F) – 21°C (70°F) | 669 mm (26 in) | 2,964 hours |
| Soûr | 17°C (63°F) – 29°C (84°F) | 12°C (54°F) – 25°C (77°F) | 923 mm (36 in) | 3,525 hours |
FAQ
What temperatures can I expect in Lebanon?
Beirut is the warmest destination, reaching 31°C (88°F) in August with nights around 23°C (73°F). Baalbeck is the coolest, with January daytime highs of just 7°C (45°F) and nights dropping to -2°C (28°F). Temperatures vary significantly between regions and seasons. See the city comparison for a full overview.
How much rain does Lebanon get?
Rainfall varies across Lebanon. Soûr is the wettest, receiving 923 mm (36 in) per year, with January the wettest month at 201 mm (7.9 in). Tripoli is the driest at 707 mm (28 in) per year. Use the climate map to explore rainfall patterns across regions.
How sunny is Lebanon?
Beirut is the sunniest destination in Lebanon, enjoying 2,964 hours of sunshine per year, with July the brightest month at 361 hours. Overall, Lebanon enjoys abundant sunshine year-round. Compare sunshine across cities in the charts above.
What is the climate like across Lebanon?
Beirut has very warm summers reaching 31°C (88°F) in August and mild winters dropping to 16°C (61°F), with 2,964 hours of sunshine and 715 mm (28 in) of rain per year. Jounieh has warm summers reaching 30°C (86°F) in August and mild winters dropping to 14°C (57°F), with 2,964 hours of sunshine and 722 mm (28 in) of rain per year. Jbeil has warm summers reaching 29°C (84°F) in August and mild winters dropping to 14°C (57°F), with 2,964 hours of sunshine and 759 mm (30 in) of rain per year. Explore the climate charts and comparison table for more cities.
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