The ever-intriguing Beirut
Everything you hear about Beirut is true and it's a fact that you will not get bored in this fascinating capital. The best travel time for Beirut is from October to May.
May in Jounieh brings high temperatures, with highs of 24°C (75°F) and nights dropping to 16°C (61°F). With excellent weather conditions overall, it's a good time to visit.
If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, May is one of the best months to visit Jounieh.
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43-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Jounieh typically stay consistent throughout May, with daily highs averaging around 24°C (75°F). Nights are pleasant, with lows typically ranging from 16°C (61°F) to 20°C (68°F).
43-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Jounieh spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 34 years of weather observations in Jounieh between 1992 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes.
Find out more about the weather in Lebanon and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Lebanon in May →
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).
For Jounieh in May, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Some rain is possible, so pack something to handle light showers. The water temperature sits at about 22°C (72°F), making it perfect for swimming and water activities. Don't forget to pack your favorite swimwear and perhaps some snorkel gear. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed Water Temp
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The ever-intriguing Beirut
Everything you hear about Beirut is true and it's a fact that you will not get bored in this fascinating capital. The best travel time for Beirut is from October to May.
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