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Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Zouk Mikael.
Zouk Mikael, Mount Lebanon, Lebanon, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 30°C (86°F) in August, while winters cool to 14°C (57°F) in January.
With around 718 mm (28 in) of annual rainfall, the city has moderate precipitation levels. February is the wettest month and July the driest. It also has a distinct dry season from May to October, with warm summers and mild winters. July is the sunniest month, averaging 12.0 hours of sunshine per day.
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Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to moderate in Zouk Mikael. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 30°C (86°F) in August to a moderate 14°C (57°F) in the coolest month, January.
Nights vary from 22°C (72°F) in August to around 6°C (43°F) during the colder months.
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Generally, Zouk Mikael has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 718 mm (28 in) of rainfall annually. The climate in Zouk Mikael shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect high rainfall in February, the wettest month, with an average of 148 mm (5.8 in) of precipitation over 14 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month July offers drier and sunnier days, with around 1.2 mm (0.05 in) of rainfall over a single rainy day. For more details, please visit our Zouk Mikael Precipitation page.
For those who appreciate different seasons, Zouk Mikael serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 12.0 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in January, offering only 4.4 hours of daily sunlight.
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The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Zouk Mikael.
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.
The average wind speed over the year ranges from 2 m/s (4 knots) to 3 m/s (6 knots). It is lower in March, August, September, October, November and December and higher in January, February, April, May, June and July. What does this mean?
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
April, May, June, September, October and November typically offer the most optimal weather in Zouk Mikael. In contrast, January, February, March and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Zouk Mikael 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 6°C (43°F) to 22°C (72°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
Annual rainfall is around 718 mm (28 in). February is the wettest month with 148 mm (5.8 in), while July is the driest with 1.2 mm (0.05 in).
Zouk Mikael 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, Zouk Mikael enjoys abundant sunshine.
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