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Jiyeh weather in January (Mount Lebanon, Lebanon)

Is January a good time to explore Jiyeh weather-wise? This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.

Temperatures

In January, Jiyeh tends to experience moderate temperatures and high rainfall. January marks the winter season. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 16°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 8°C. Though the coolest month of the year, the temperatures are far from cold. With still warm days.

Precipitation

Jiyeh in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 158 mm for the month. With peak rainfall occurring this month, heavy downpours are common. It's advisable to have a poncho on hand to manage the rain. Typically around 15 days days of rainfall are expected.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 133 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Jiyeh. April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January and February tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Jiyeh climate page with graphs.

 

Jiyeh, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 8°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 16°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 19°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 49%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 158 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 64% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 11 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 133 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Beirut, Lebanon (17 KM, 10 Miles).

Where to go in Lebanon in January

Find out more about the weather in Lebanon and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. With a water temperature of around 19°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10

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