Lebanon weather in May
Planning a getaway to Lebanon this May and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:
What is the weather like in Lebanon in May?
May in Lebanon generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.
The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 22°C in Baalbeck to 26°C in Beirut. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 17°C in Beirut and 10°C in Baalbeck.
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Tripoli with an average of 20 mm to moderate rainfall in Al Arz with 31 mm. Meanwhile, Beirut enjoys approximately 312 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.
For specific regional insights in Lebanon for May, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Lebanon climate page.
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What is the weather like in May for the 5 most popular destinations in Lebanon?
Beirut
In May Beirut generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Jounieh
In May Jounieh generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Jbeil
In May Jbeil generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Fārayyā
In May Fārayyā generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Bcharré
In May Bcharré generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Is May the best time to visit Lebanon?
We believe that May is one of the best times to visit Lebanon with overall perfect weather in Beirut.
On average, the best time to visit Lebanon is in April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November with generally perfect weather in Beirut. On the other hand, the weather in January and February tend to be unpleasant.
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