The weather in May in Lebanon
It's warm in May in Lebanon with an average temperature of 27°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 24°C to a high of 30°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 18°C and 21°C.
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in Lebanon. The temperatures are nice, and there’s little chance of rain this month.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May 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 40°C in 2019, Lebanon reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 21°C in 2019. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 12°C to a highest value of 27°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 15 mm of precipitation, spread over 3 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in May for Lebanon
Click on any day in May 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.
May weather comparison
| Lebanon | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 27°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 30°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 18°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 15 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 3 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Lebanon with hot temps, averaging around 27°C during the day and nights around 19°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 28°C, with nights around 21°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Lebanon is around 28°C, while nighttime temps are about 21°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 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 May in Lebanon. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Lebanon
Temperature in May in Lebanon over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May 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 May in Lebanon
Total precipitation in May in Lebanon over the years
Daily UV index in May in Lebanon
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May 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.
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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.