Lebanon

Lebanon Weather in May

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

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Beirut Jounieh Jbeil Al Arz

Are you planning a trip a to Lebanon in May and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Lebanon in May

May in Lebanon generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 22°C (72°F) in Baalbeck to 26°C (79°F) in Beirut. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 17°C (63°F) in Beirut and 10°C (50°F) in Baalbeck.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Tripoli with an average of 20 mm (0.8 in) to moderate rainfall in Al Arz with 31 mm (1.2 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in May. Beirut typically receives 312 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Lebanon in May

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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 May for some of the most popular destinations in Lebanon?

Temperature range in Lebanon (May)

Precipitation variation in Lebanon (May)

Beirut

In May Beirut generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
26°C (79°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
246 hours
312 hours
352 hours
Monthly rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
21 mm (0.8 in)
4.3 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
3 days
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Beirut →

Jounieh

In May Jounieh generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
24°C (75°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
246 hours
312 hours
352 hours
Monthly rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
3.9 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
3 days
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Jounieh →

Jbeil

In May Jbeil generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
246 hours
312 hours
352 hours
Monthly rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
24 mm (0.9 in)
3.8 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
3 days
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Jbeil →

Fārayyā

In May Fārayyā generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
23°C (73°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
4.8 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
4 days
a single day
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Fārayyā →

Bcharré

In May Bcharré generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
23°C (73°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly rainfall
47 mm (1.9 in)
30 mm (1.2 in)
5.5 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
6 days
3 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Bcharré →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Beirut 26°C (79°F) 17°C (63°F) 21 mm (0.8 in)
Jounieh 24°C (75°F) 16°C (61°F) 23 mm (0.9 in)
Jbeil 23°C (73°F) 16°C (61°F) 24 mm (0.9 in)
Al Arz 23°C (73°F) 12°C (54°F) 31 mm (1.2 in)
Aley 25°C (77°F) 15°C (59°F) 23 mm (0.9 in)
Soûr 24°C (75°F) 19°C (66°F) 21 mm (0.8 in)

Lebanon weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Lebanon in May?

Expect perfect weather across Lebanon in May. The popular destination of Beirut averages 26°C (79°F) by day and 17°C (63°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Lebanon in May?

Average temperatures in Lebanon during May range from a nighttime low near 17°C (63°F) to a daytime high around 26°C (79°F) in Beirut.

Does Lebanon get a lot of rain in May?

Not particularly. Beirut averages just 21 mm (0.8 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Lebanon.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Lebanon?

We believe that May is one of the best times to visit Lebanon with overall perfect weather in Beirut.

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 weather in January and February tend to be unpleasant.

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