The climate of Lebanon
The current climate in Lebanon features temperatures ranging from a high of 32°C to a low of 18°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 26°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 11°C and in the warmer months around 26°C.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average monthly maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and average monthly rainfall (in millimeters) for Lebanon.
Temperature records
The highest temperature recorded in Lebanon in recent years was 42°C in July 2021. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 8°C in February 2015.
Rainfall amount
On average, Lebanon receives 618 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation annually.
The climate in Lebanon is based on weather data from Beirut. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Lebanon to get the full picture of the climate.
Best time to visit Lebanon?
The best time to visit Lebanon for sunny weather is March through December. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Lebanon. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
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Climate Table of Lebanon
The climate table of Lebanon shows the average temperatures, rainfall, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
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| Temp. max (°C) | 18 | 19 | 21 | 24 | 27 | 29 | 32 | 32 | 31 | 28 | 24 | 20 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 12 | 11 | 14 | 12 | 20 | 23 | 24 | 27 | 25 | 21 | 17 | 14 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 148 | 140 | 78 | 38 | 15 | 3,7 | 0,4 | 0,7 | 2,9 | 29 | 53 | 109 |
| UV Index | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 8 | 6 | 5 | 4 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
Temperature charts
These charts display the average temperatures in Lebanon. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Average Temperature per Month in Lebanon
Yearly Temperature in Lebanon
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in Lebanon. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail. The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Average Precipitation per Month in Lebanon
Total Yearly Precipitation in Lebanon
UV index chart
This chart shows the average UV index per month in Lebanon. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Average UV Index per Month in Lebanon
Weather experiences in Lebanon
The weather in Lebanon is rated 4 out of 5 stars by 1 visitor.
Michiel Hamoen
January in Lebanon offered a surprisingly mild winter escape. Light snowfall in the higher elevations made for beautiful scenery. The coastal areas were cooler, but sunny. Still, I missed the summer heat.
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Average weather in Lebanon by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Lebanon. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.