Lebanon

Lebanon Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Lebanon in December.

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Beirut Jounieh Jbeil Al Arz

Planning a trip to Lebanon this December? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Lebanon in December

Lebanon offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In December, one might encounter temperatures that range from cold to pleasant, and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy. December falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from cold in Baalbeck at 10°C (50°F) to pleasant in Soûr at 19°C (66°F). At night it cools down to 14°C (57°F) in Soûr and 1°C (34°F) in Baalbeck.

For a closer look at conditions across Lebanon, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Baalbeck with an average of 61 mm (2.4 in) to heavy rainfall in Soûr with 186 mm (7.3 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Beirut receives about 149 hours of sunlight in December, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

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Best Places to Visit in Lebanon in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Lebanon.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Lebanon

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Lebanon?

Temperature range in Lebanon (December)

Precipitation variation in Lebanon (December)

Beirut

In December Beirut generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
149 hours
133 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
126 mm (5 in)
141 mm (5.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Beirut →

Jounieh

In December Jounieh generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
149 hours
133 hours
Monthly rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
140 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions
perfect
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Jounieh →

Jbeil

In December Jbeil generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
149 hours
133 hours
Monthly rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
148 mm (5.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions
perfect
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Jbeil →

Fārayyā

In December Fārayyā generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
123 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Fārayyā →

Bcharré

In December Bcharré generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
3°C (37°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
12 days
14 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Bcharré →

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In our records: Lebanon December extremes

Notable December records observed across cities in Lebanon in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the coldest December daytime high in Lebanon was -4°C (25°F) in Afqā on December 27, 1987.

Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Lebanon in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Beirut 18°C (64°F) 10°C (50°F) 126 mm (5 in)
Jounieh 16°C (61°F) 9°C (48°F) 125 mm (4.9 in)
Jbeil 16°C (61°F) 10°C (50°F) 137 mm (5.4 in)
Al Arz 13°C (55°F) 3°C (37°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Aley 16°C (61°F) 7°C (45°F) 111 mm (4.4 in)
Soûr 19°C (66°F) 14°C (57°F) 186 mm (7.3 in)

Lebanon weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Lebanon in December?

Lebanon typically experiences tolerable weather in December, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Beirut average around 18°C (64°F), and temperatures drop to about 10°C (50°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Lebanon in December?

Average temperatures in Lebanon during December range from a nighttime low near 10°C (50°F) to a daytime high around 18°C (64°F) in Beirut.

Does Lebanon get a lot of rain in December?

Lebanon sees substantial rainfall in December. Beirut typically averages about 126 mm (5 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Lebanon?

In our opinion, December is a good time to visit Lebanon with overall tolerable weather in Beirut. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Lebanon is in April, May, June, October and November with generally perfect weather in Beirut. On the other hand, the months of January and February tend to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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