Tripoli Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Tripoli’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in Lebanon.
Monthly Temperature Averages
Visitors to Tripoli will encounter a climate influenced by big temperature differences across the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures reach a warm 29°C in August. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a mild 15°C. At night, expect even cooler temperatures, with lows averaging around 9°C.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Tripoli by month:
The coldest temperatures are usually recorded between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the hottest temperatures occur near 3 PM, at the peak of the sun's warmth.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
January, the city’s coldest month, sees about 138 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 15 days.
Annual Temperatures in Lebanon Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across Lebanon. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Tripoli Temperatures Compared World Wide
Tripoli’s average annual maximum temperature is 22°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
Athens, Greece, experiences an average annual temperature of 23°C, with hot summers and mild winters typical of a Mediterranean climate.
In Toronto, Canada, the average annual temperature is 13°C, with snowy winters and warm summers.
In Shanghai, China, the annual average temperature is 21°C, offering warm 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 Tripoli, during the coolest month, January, you will experience 69% humidity, which is considered high. This is accompanied by an average maximum temperature of 15°C. In the warmest month, August, the humidity is 73% combined with an average maximum temperature of 29°C, which creates a high-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.
Sea vs. Land Temperatures
The influence of nearby oceans or large water bodies significantly affects local temperatures:
- Ocean Influence: Coastal regions tend to have more stable temperatures, as large bodies of water absorb and release heat slowly. This often results in milder winters and cooler summers compared to inland areas.
- Continental Climates: Landmasses well away from large bodies of water tend to show greater extremes in temperature, having hotter summers and colder winters because of the absence of water as a moderating influence.
For more detailed information about Tripoli’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Tripoli climate page.
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