Syria Weather in February

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

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Palmyra Damascus Deir Ezzor Lattakia

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

What to Expect in Syria in February

February in Syria generally has mild temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy. February is a winter month.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are mild and range from 13°C (55°F) in Damascus to 16°C (61°F) in Deir Ezzor. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 6°C (43°F) in Deir Ezzor and 3°C (37°F) in Damascus.

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

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Palmyra with an average of 19 mm (0.7 in) to heavy rainfall in Lattakia with 181 mm (7.1 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Aleppo as an example - it receives around 140 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

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Best Places to Visit in Syria in February

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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 Syria

What is the weather like in February for some of the most popular destinations in Syria?

Temperature range in Syria (February)

Precipitation variation in Syria (February)

Aleppo

In February Aleppo generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
121 hours
140 hours
198 hours
Monthly rainfall
59 mm (2.3 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Aleppo →

Deir Ezzor

In February Deir Ezzor generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
160 hours
183 hours
225 hours
Monthly rainfall
27 mm (1.1 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
24 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
8 days
8 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Deir Ezzor →

Lattakia

In February Lattakia generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
136 hours
150 hours
198 hours
Monthly rainfall
225 mm (8.9 in)
181 mm (7.1 in)
123 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
tolerable
Climate in Lattakia →

Palmyra

In February Palmyra generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
164 hours
187 hours
229 hours
Monthly rainfall
21 mm (0.8 in)
19 mm (0.7 in)
19 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Palmyra →

Damascus

In February Damascus 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.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
3°C (37°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
166 hours
184 hours
225 hours
Monthly rainfall
44 mm (1.7 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
27 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
10 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
perfect
Climate in Damascus →

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In our records: Syria February extremes

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

  • In our records, the coldest February daytime high in Syria was -1°C (30°F) in Deir Ezzor on February 24, 1985.

Popular cities in February

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Palmyra 15°C (59°F) 4°C (39°F) 19 mm (0.7 in)
Damascus 13°C (55°F) 3°C (37°F) 43 mm (1.7 in)
Deir Ezzor 16°C (61°F) 6°C (43°F) 28 mm (1.1 in)
Lattakia 16°C (61°F) 11°C (52°F) 181 mm (7.1 in)
Aleppo 15°C (59°F) 5°C (41°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)

Syria weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Syria in February?

Expect tolerable weather across Syria in February. The popular destination of Aleppo averages 15°C (59°F) by day and 5°C (41°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in Syria in February?

Aleppo averages a daytime maximum of 15°C (59°F) in February, with overnight lows close to 5°C (41°F).

Does Syria get a lot of rain in February?

Not particularly. Aleppo averages just 57 mm (2.2 in) of rain in February, making it a mostly dry month for Syria.

Is February a Good Time to Visit Syria?

In our opinion, February is a good time to visit Syria with overall tolerable weather in Aleppo. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Syria is in March, April, October and November with generally perfect weather in Aleppo. On the other hand, the weather in June, July, August and September tend to be poor.

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