Kufra Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Kufra’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in Libya.
Monthly Temperature Averages
Visitors to Kufra will encounter a climate influenced by big temperature differences across the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures reach a very hot 39°C in June. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a pleasant 20°C. At night, expect even cooler temperatures, with lows averaging around 6°C.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Kufra by month:
The minimum temperature is often recorded between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the highest temperature is usually reached at 3 PM. During this time the sun's heating effect is the strongest. June, the city’s warmest month receives 353 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
January, the city’s coldest month, sees about 0.4 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 0 days. It records 276 hours of sunshine of sunshine.
Annual Temperatures in Libya Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across Libya. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
Kufra Temperatures Compared World Wide
Kufra’s average annual maximum temperature is 31°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
In Lisbon, Portugal, the average annual temperature is 21°C, offering warm summers and mild, rainy winters.
Interlaken, Switzerland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 8°C, with mild summers and very cold winters.
Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with an average annual temperature of 23°C, featuring hot summers and mild winters.
In Brisbane, Australia, the average annual temperature is 26°C, making it warmer than Sydney.
How does the temperature feel?
Humidity is an essential factor in how you experience temperature. When a warm period is accompanied by high humidity, it results in a higher perceived temperature. This is especially true when temperatures exceed 25°C, as it can cause greater discomfort.
In Kufra, during the coolest month, January, you will experience 47% humidity, which is considered moderate. This is accompanied by an average maximum temperature of 20°C. In the warmest month, June, the humidity is 24% combined with an average maximum temperature of 39°C, which creates a low-feel temperature. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Temperatures in the Mountains
Although not all regions have mountains, elevated areas exhibit distinct temperature variations.
- Sun Exposure: Sunlit slopes tend to be warmer, while shaded areas remain cooler.
- Altitude Effects: Temperatures drop by approximately 6°C for every 1,000 meters of elevation, creating distinct microclimates.
For more detailed information about Kufra’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Kufra climate page.
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