Mount Lebanon Weather & Climate: Lebanon

Climate by month across Mount Lebanon, Lebanon, average temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

Climate overview of Mount Lebanon

Mount Lebanon in Lebanon sees its peak temperatures in August (31°C (88°F)) and its coolest in January (15°C (59°F)). For a full breakdown of what to expect throughout the year, we've put together a climate overview based on data from Beirut, the region's most visited city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.

Mount Lebanon offers pleasant conditions in April, May and November, with temperatures typically ranging from 22°C (72°F) to 26°C (79°F).

The peak heat season generally takes place in July and August.

When it comes to rainfall, Mount Lebanon sees significant variations throughout the year. February tends to be the wettest, receiving 147 mm (5.8 in) of rain, while July is much drier with just 1 mm (0.04 in). The period of June, July, August and September is the driest, with precipitation levels below 8 mm (0.3 in).

July is the sunniest period, with ideal conditions for exploring the region and all it has to offer.

Explore Mount Lebanon by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Mount Lebanon — and find the best time to visit. (based on Beirut)

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Beirut Jounieh Jbeil Aley Fārayyā Kfardebian
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Climate map of Mount Lebanon

Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.

Beirut 16°C (61°F) 31°C (88°F) 8°C (46°F) 23°C (73°F) 715 mm (28 in) 2,964 hours
Jounieh 14°C (57°F) 30°C (86°F) 7°C (45°F) 22°C (72°F) 722 mm (28 in) 2,964 hours
Jbeil 14°C (57°F) 29°C (84°F) 8°C (46°F) 22°C (72°F) 759 mm (30 in) 2,964 hours
Aley 14°C (57°F) 31°C (88°F) 5°C (41°F) 21°C (70°F) 669 mm (26 in) 2,964 hours
Fārayyā 10°C (50°F) 29°C (84°F) 1°C (34°F) 18°C (64°F) 656 mm (26 in)
Kfardebian 10°C (50°F) 29°C (84°F) 1°C (34°F) 18°C (64°F) 653 mm (26 in)

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