Libya Weather in May

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

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Tripoli Zuara Hon Derna

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

What to Expect in Libya in May

Libya offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In May, one might encounter temperatures that range from warm to very hot, and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to low.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is warm in Tripoli at 26°C (79°F) and very hot in Kufra at 37°C (99°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 22°C (72°F) in Kufra and 18°C (64°F) in Tripoli.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Kufra with an average of 0.2 mm (0.01 in) to low rainfall in Derna with 5.9 mm (0.2 in).

Average sunshine

May brings good sunshine to many areas. Tripoli sees around 310 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Best Places to Visit in Libya 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 Libya

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

Temperature range in Libya (May)

Precipitation variation in Libya (May)

Tripoli

In May Tripoli generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
26°C (79°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
257 hours
310 hours
300 hours
Monthly rainfall
13 mm (0.5 in)
5.3 mm (0.2 in)
1.2 mm (0.05 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
2 days
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Tripoli →

Derna

In May Derna generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°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
24°C (75°F)
28°C (82°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
231 hours
282 hours
297 hours
Monthly rainfall
6.9 mm (0.3 in)
5.9 mm (0.2 in)
1.5 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
2 days
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Derna →

Hon

In May Hon generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
34°C (93°F)
38°C (100°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
2.6 mm (0.1 in)
1.8 mm (0.1 in)
0.9 mm (0.04 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Hon →

Kufra

In May Kufra generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 37°C (99°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
37°C (99°F)
39°C (102°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
22°C (72°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
285 hours
347 hours
353 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.2 mm (0.01 in)
0.2 mm (0.01 in)
0 mm (0 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Kufra →

Sabha

In May Sabha generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 37°C (99°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
37°C (99°F)
40°C (104°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
22°C (72°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
277 hours
307 hours
343 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.9 mm (0.04 in)
1.1 mm (0.04 in)
0.6 mm (0.02 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Sabha →

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In our records: Libya May extremes

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

  • In our records, the warmest May day in Libya reached 49°C (120°F) in Kufra on May 9, 2021.

Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Tripoli 26°C (79°F) 18°C (64°F) 5.3 mm (0.2 in)
Zuara 27°C (81°F) 19°C (66°F) 4.2 mm (0.2 in)
Hon 34°C (93°F) 20°C (68°F) 1.8 mm (0.1 in)
Derna 28°C (82°F) 16°C (61°F) 5.9 mm (0.2 in)
Sabha 37°C (99°F) 22°C (72°F) 1.1 mm (0.04 in)
Sirte 26°C (79°F) 19°C (66°F) 3.6 mm (0.1 in)

Libya weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Libya in May?

Expect perfect weather across Libya in May. The popular destination of Tripoli averages 26°C (79°F) by day and 18°C (64°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Libya in May?

Average temperatures in Libya during May range from a nighttime low near 18°C (64°F) to a daytime high around 26°C (79°F) in Tripoli.

Does Libya get a lot of rain in May?

May is on the drier side in Libya. Tripoli averages only about 5.3 mm (0.2 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Libya?

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

Generally speaking, March, April, May, June, October and November provide perfect weather in Tripoli.

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