The weather in January in Lebanon
It's cool to moderate in January in Lebanon with an average temperature of 18°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 17°C to a high of 20°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 9°C and 13°C.
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Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in January for Lebanon. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 27°C in 2014, Lebanon reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 9°C in 2015. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -4°C to a highest value of 17°C.
Rainfall amount
In January, there is an average of 148 mm of precipitation, spread over 17 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in January for Lebanon
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Lebanon. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
January weather comparison
| Lebanon | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 18°C | 5°C |
| Max. temperature | 20°C | 11°C |
| Min. temperature | 9°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 148 mm | 97 mm |
| Rainy days | 17 days | 12 days |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Lebanon with mild temps, averaging around 18°C during the day and nights around 13°C.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps rise to around 19°C, with nights around 12°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Lebanon is around 18°C, while nighttime temps are about 11°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
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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.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in January in Lebanon. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in January in Lebanon
Temperature in January in Lebanon over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in January 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.
Daily Precipitation in January in Lebanon
Total precipitation in January in Lebanon over the years
Daily UV index in January in Lebanon
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Lebanon, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Weather experiences in January in Lebanon
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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.— This text is automatically translated to English
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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.