Libya Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Libya in January.

Thinking about venturing to Libya this January 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 Libya in January

January in Libya generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to moderate. January is a winter month.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is mild in Derna at 17°C (63°F) and pleasant in Kufra at 20°C (68°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 6°C (43°F) in Kufra and 8°C (46°F) in Derna. Although January is typically the coldest month, there are still areas in Libya where the temperatures are mild, allowing for a comfortable visit any time of the year.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Libya, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Kufra with an average of 0.4 mm (0.02 in) to moderate rainfall in Tripoli with 60 mm (2.4 in). Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month sees the heaviest rainfall of the year in Tripoli.

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Tripoli gets around 170 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore Libya by month

Best Places to Visit in Libya in January

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

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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 Libya

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Libya?

Temperature range in Libya (January)

Precipitation variation in Libya (January)

Tripoli

In January Tripoli generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
170 hours
170 hours
190 hours
Monthly rainfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
6 days
Weather conditions

Derna

In January Derna generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
146 hours
152 hours
188 hours
Monthly rainfall
19 mm (0.7 in)
25 mm (1 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Hon

In January Hon generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly rainfall
2.9 mm (0.1 in)
5.9 mm (0.2 in)
4.4 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
a single day
Weather conditions

Kufra

In January Kufra generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
260 hours
276 hours
255 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.3 mm (0.01 in)
0.4 mm (0.02 in)
0.4 mm (0.02 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions

Sabha

In January Sabha generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
251 hours
262 hours
250 hours
Monthly rainfall
1.6 mm (0.1 in)
3.4 mm (0.1 in)
1.9 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions

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In our records: Libya January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Libya in our climate database (1981 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest January night in Libya dropped to -3°C (27°F) in Sabha on January 1, 2015.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Libya in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Tripoli 18°C (64°F) 12°C (54°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Zuara 18°C (64°F) 11°C (52°F) 28 mm (1.1 in)
Hon 19°C (66°F) 7°C (45°F) 5.9 mm (0.2 in)
Derna 17°C (63°F) 8°C (46°F) 25 mm (1 in)
Sabha 19°C (66°F) 5°C (41°F) 3.4 mm (0.1 in)
Sirte 18°C (64°F) 12°C (54°F) 37 mm (1.5 in)

Libya weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Libya in January?

January in Libya brings pleasant weather. In Tripoli, daytime temperatures are typically around 18°C (64°F) and nighttime lows hover near 12°C (54°F).

What is the average temperature in Libya in January?

Daytime temperatures in Tripoli peak at roughly 18°C (64°F) in January, dropping to about 12°C (54°F) overnight.

Does Libya get a lot of rain in January?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Libya during January, with Tripoli averaging close to 60 mm (2.4 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Libya?

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Tripoli, January may not be the ideal time to visit Libya.

On average, the best time to visit Libya is in March, April, May, June, October and November with generally perfect weather in Tripoli.

Interested in more climate information?

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