Lebanon

Lebanon Weather in February

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

Thinking about venturing to Lebanon this February and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Lebanon in February

Lebanon has a wide variety of climate types. During February, you can expect temperatures that range from cold to mild and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy. During February, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is cold in Baalbeck at 8°C (46°F) and mild in Soûr at 17°C (63°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 12°C (54°F) in Soûr and -1°C (30°F) in Baalbeck.

To explore the conditions in Lebanon in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Baalbeck with an average of 80 mm (3.1 in) to heavy snow/rainfall in Soûr with 179 mm (7 in). Going by our weather data, it is the wettest month of the year in Beirut.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Beirut receives about 148 hours of sunlight in February, 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.

Explore Lebanon by month

Best Places to Visit in Lebanon in February

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

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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 February for some of the most popular destinations in Lebanon?

Temperature range in Lebanon (February)

Precipitation variation in Lebanon (February)

Beirut

In February Beirut generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
133 hours
148 hours
194 hours
Monthly rainfall
141 mm (5.6 in)
148 mm (5.8 in)
102 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Jounieh

In February Jounieh generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
133 hours
148 hours
194 hours
Monthly rainfall
140 mm (5.5 in)
148 mm (5.8 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Jbeil

In February Jbeil generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
133 hours
148 hours
194 hours
Monthly rainfall
148 mm (5.8 in)
151 mm (5.9 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Fārayyā

In February Fārayyā generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
2°C (36°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly rainfall
123 mm (4.8 in)
130 mm (5.1 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Bcharré

In February Bcharré generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
2°C (36°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly rainfall
100 mm (3.9 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions

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In our records: Lebanon February extremes

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

  • Based on our data, the coldest February night in Lebanon dropped to -11°C (12°F) in Riyaq on February 10, 1992.

Popular cities in February

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Beirut 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 148 mm (5.8 in)
Jounieh 15°C (59°F) 7°C (45°F) 148 mm (5.8 in)
Jbeil 14°C (57°F) 8°C (46°F) 151 mm (5.9 in)
Al Arz 11°C (52°F) 2°C (36°F) 103 mm (4.1 in)
Aley 15°C (59°F) 5°C (41°F) 139 mm (5.5 in)
Soûr 17°C (63°F) 12°C (54°F) 179 mm (7 in)

Lebanon weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Lebanon in February?

In February, Lebanon generally has unpleasant weather conditions. Beirut sees daytime temperatures near 16°C (61°F), with nights cooling to roughly 8°C (46°F).

What is the average temperature in Lebanon in February?

Daytime temperatures in Beirut peak at roughly 16°C (61°F) in February, dropping to about 8°C (46°F) overnight.

Does Lebanon get a lot of rain in February?

Beirut typically receives notable rainfall in February, about 148 mm (5.8 in) on average across Lebanon.

Is February a Good Time to Visit Lebanon?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Beirut, February may not be the ideal time to visit Lebanon.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in April, May, June, October and November offering mostly perfect weather in Beirut. On the other hand, the weather in January and February tend to be unpleasant.

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