Beirut Governorate Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Beirut Governorate, Lebanon in August.

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Beirut Riyaq

Are you planning a trip a to Beirut Governorate, Lebanon in August and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Beirut Governorate in August

Beirut Governorate, Lebanon is a region in Lebanon. August in Beirut Governorate generally has very warm temperatures, with almost no precipitation. The month of August is in the summer season.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 31°C (88°F) and nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) in Beirut. On average, August is the warmest month of the year in Beirut Governorate, Lebanon. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.

For a closer look at conditions across Beirut Governorate, Lebanon, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

August is a very dry month with an average rainfall of around 1.9 mm (0.1 in) in Beirut.

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in August. Beirut typically receives 333 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Beirut Governorate by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Beirut Governorate — and find the best time to visit. (based on Beirut)

January16°C (61°F) February16°C (61°F) March19°C (66°F) April22°C (72°F) May26°C (79°F) June29°C (84°F) This monthJuly31°C (88°F) August31°C (88°F) September30°C (86°F) October27°C (81°F) November22°C (72°F) December18°C (64°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Beirut Governorate in August

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
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tolerable
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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 Beirut Governorate

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Beirut Governorate, Lebanon?

Temperature range in Beirut Governorate (August)

Precipitation variation in Beirut Governorate (August)

Beirut

In August Beirut generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

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August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
361 hours
333 hours
288 hours
Monthly rainfall
1.5 mm (0.1 in)
1.9 mm (0.1 in)
8.7 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
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Riyaq

In August Riyaq generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly rainfall
1.3 mm (0.1 in)
2 mm (0.1 in)
6.5 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Riyaq →

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In our records: Lebanon August extremes

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

  • In our records, the warmest August day in Lebanon reached 44°C (111°F) in Riyaq on August 6, 1987.

Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Beirut Governorate in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Beirut 31°C (88°F) 23°C (73°F) 1.9 mm (0.1 in)
Riyaq 31°C (88°F) 17°C (63°F) 2 mm (0.1 in)

Beirut Governorate weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Beirut Governorate, Lebanon in August?

Beirut Governorate, Lebanon typically experiences pleasant weather in August, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in Beirut average around 31°C (88°F), and temperatures drop to about 23°C (73°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Beirut Governorate, Lebanon in August?

Daytime temperatures in Beirut peak at roughly 31°C (88°F) in August, dropping to about 23°C (73°F) overnight.

Does Beirut Governorate, Lebanon get a lot of rain in August?

Not particularly. Beirut averages just 1.9 mm (0.1 in) of rain in August, making it a mostly dry month for Beirut Governorate, Lebanon.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Beirut Governorate, Lebanon?

In our opinion, August is a good time to visit Beirut Governorate, Lebanon with overall perfect weather in Beirut. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Beirut Governorate, Lebanon is in April, May, June, October and November with generally perfect weather in Beirut. On the other hand, the weather in January and February tend to be unpleasant.

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