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January in Tripoli sees daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and lows of 9°C (48°F) at night. As the wettest month of the year, keep in mind that rainfall is at its highest.
If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Tripoli. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
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51-year average (1976-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Tripoli typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 15°C (59°F). Nights are cool, with lows around 8°C (46°F).
51-year average (1976-2026)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Tripoli spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 33 years of weather observations (1992-2025), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Tripoli.
Find out more about the weather in Lebanon and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Lebanon in January →
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in January, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. With water temperatures around 18°C (64°F), the water is quite cold for swimming. You can skip the swimwear unless you're particularly tough.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Humidity Water Temp
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Where to go in January - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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