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Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Safra.
Safra, Mount Lebanon, Lebanon, sees big temperature differences between seasons, with August peaking at 30°C (86°F) and January dropping to 14°C (57°F).
Annual rainfall is moderate at around 735 mm (29 in), with February being the wettest month. The city also has a distinct dry season from May to October, with warm summers and mild winters. The sunniest month is July, with 12.0 hours of sunshine per day on average.
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Visitors to Safra can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 30°C (86°F) in August. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a moderate 14°C (57°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 22°C (72°F) in August to 7°C (45°F) in January.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Generally, Safra experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 735 mm (29 in) yearly. Safra can be quite wet during February, receiving approximately 149 mm (5.9 in) of precipitation over 14 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (July), you will experience much drier conditions, with 1.1 mm (0.04 in) of precipitation spread across a single rainy day. For more details, please visit our Safra Precipitation page.
Safra can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 12.0 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in January, with only 4.4 hours of sunlight per day.
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The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Safra.
The city experiences its highest humidity in July, reaching 72%. In November, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 60%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
April, May, June, July, September, October and November typically offer the most optimal weather in Safra. In contrast, January, February, March and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Safra has a distinct dry season from May to October, with warm summers and mild winters.
Daytime highs range from 14°C (57°F) in January to 30°C (86°F) in August. Nighttime lows range from 7°C (45°F) to 22°C (72°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
Annual rainfall is around 735 mm (29 in). February is the wettest month with 149 mm (5.9 in), while July is the driest with 1.1 mm (0.04 in).
Safra receives around 2,964 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 361 hours, while January is the cloudiest with just 133 hours. Overall, Safra enjoys abundant sunshine.
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