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Tripoli Climate by Month

The climate in Tripoli is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year. Temperatures range from very warm during the warmest months to mild in the cooler months. It maintains relatively low levels of precipitation throughout the seasons. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

In Tripoli, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 32°C in August to a moderate 18°C in February. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 12°C in February.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Tripoli's climate is marked by below-average rainfall, accumulating 289 mm of precipitation yearly. The seasons in Tripoli, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, January, receives moderate rainfall, with an average of 60 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 9 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, July, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 0.4 mm over 0 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

In Tripoli, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 11.9 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. January sees a soft sun for only 5.7 hours per average day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The best time of year to visit Tripoli in Libya

During the months of March, April, May and November you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Does Tripoli have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of April, May, June, July, August and September are very dry.
  • Which is the warmest month in Tripoli?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 32°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Tripoli?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 18°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Tripoli?
    January tops the wettest month list with 60 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Tripoli?
    July is the driest month with 0 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Tripoli?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 358 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Tripoli

    Sat   Dec 14
    22°C | 13°C
    NW 7 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain

    Sun   Dec 15
    20°C | 14°C
    N 11 km/h
    6 mm
    partly cloudy and  chance of rain

    partly cloudy and chance of rain

    Mon   Dec 16
    17°C | 12°C
    NW 14 km/h
    9.4 mm
    partly cloudy and rain

    partly cloudy and rain