Syria Weather & Climate: Monthly Averages

Monthly climate averages for Syria, temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

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Palmyra Damascus Deir Ezzor Lattakia

Climate overview of Syria

The climate in Syria is dry and hot in summer and cold in winter. The coast and the western mountains have a Mediterranean climate characterized by two seasons, the hot and dry summer between May and October and the relatively cool and wet winter season between November and April.

Syria experiences reasonable amounts of rain in the west during winter and to a lesser extent in spring and autumn. Summers in the west are almost completely dry, with the chance of rain along the Mediterranean coast being very low. Further inland the amounts of precipitation throughout the year are even lower than in the rest of Syria. The central and eastern parts of Syria experience almost no rain at all in summer and just a little bit of rain during winter months.

Summers in Syria are warm and can be extremely hot. Along the Mediterranean Sea the long-term average maximum temperature remains around 30°C (86°F). However further inland it is a lot warmer: in many places you find temperatures around forty degrees or even higher.

In winter daytime temperatures are mild, especially along the coast. At night, the temperature inland can easily drop below freezing. Snowfall is also a possibility during winter months, although most snow is not long-lived. The only exception to this is the mountainous area in southwestern Syria with higher altitudes. In some places there is even enough snow to ski, such as on Mount Hermon, which lies on the border of Lebanon, Israel and Syria.

Based on Syria's weather and climate the best time to visit is during fall and spring. April and October have the best weather conditions.

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.


Palmyra	13°C (55°F) – 38°C (100°F)	3°C (37°F) – 23°C (73°F)	114 mm (4.5 in)	3,202 hours
Damascus	12°C (54°F) – 35°C (95°F)	2°C (36°F) – 19°C (66°F)	202 mm (8 in)	3,163 hours
Deir Ezzor	14°C (57°F) – 42°C (108°F)	4°C (39°F) – 28°C (82°F)	162 mm (6.4 in)	3,135 hours
Lattakia	16°C (61°F) – 30°C (86°F)	11°C (52°F) – 26°C (79°F)	1146 mm (45 in)	2,925 hours
Aleppo	13°C (55°F) – 38°C (100°F)	4°C (39°F) – 23°C (73°F)	329 mm (13 in)	3,002 hours

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FAQ

What is the best time to visit Syria?

The warmest month in Deir Ezzor is July, with daytime highs of 42°C (108°F). Palmyra is the sunniest destination, with 381 hours of sunshine in July. Syria has a distinct dry season from January to December. Explore Syria weather by month for a detailed breakdown.

What temperatures can I expect in Syria?

Deir Ezzor is the warmest destination, reaching 42°C (108°F) in July with nights around 28°C (82°F). Damascus is the coolest, with January daytime highs of just 12°C (54°F) and nights dropping to 2°C (36°F). Temperatures vary significantly between regions and seasons. See the city comparison for a full overview.

How much rain does Syria get?

Rainfall varies across Syria. Lattakia is the wettest, receiving 1146 mm (45 in) per year, with December the wettest month at 228 mm (9 in). Palmyra is the driest at 114 mm (4.5 in) per year. Use the climate map to explore rainfall patterns across regions.

How sunny is Syria?

Palmyra is the sunniest destination in Syria, enjoying 3,202 hours of sunshine per year, with July the brightest month at 381 hours. Overall, Syria enjoys abundant sunshine year-round. Compare sunshine across cities in the charts above.

What is the climate like across Syria?

Palmyra has very hot summers reaching 38°C (100°F) in July and mild winters dropping to 13°C (55°F), with 3,202 hours of sunshine and 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain per year. Damascus has very hot summers reaching 35°C (95°F) in July and cold winters dropping to 12°C (54°F), with 3,163 hours of sunshine and 202 mm (8 in) of rain per year. Deir Ezzor has very hot summers reaching 42°C (108°F) in July and mild winters dropping to 14°C (57°F), with 3,135 hours of sunshine and 162 mm (6.4 in) of rain per year. Explore the climate charts and comparison table for more cities.