Beirut Governorate Weather in May

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

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Beirut Riyaq

Planning a journey to Beirut Governorate, Lebanon this May and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Beirut Governorate in May

Beirut Governorate, Lebanon is a region in Lebanon. May in Beirut Governorate generally has warm temperatures, with low precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 23°C (73°F) in Riyaq to 26°C (79°F) in Beirut. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 17°C (63°F) in Beirut and 10°C (50°F) in Riyaq.

For specific regional insights in Beirut Governorate, Lebanon, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Beirut with an average of 21 mm (0.8 in) to low rainfall in Riyaq with 27 mm (1.1 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in May. Beirut typically receives 312 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) This monthJune29°C (84°F) July31°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 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 Beirut Governorate

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

Temperature range in Beirut Governorate (May)

Precipitation variation in Beirut Governorate (May)

Beirut

In May Beirut generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
26°C (79°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
246 hours
312 hours
352 hours
Monthly rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
21 mm (0.8 in)
4.3 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
3 days
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
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Riyaq

In May Riyaq generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
23°C (73°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
27 mm (1.1 in)
4.3 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
4 days
a single day
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Beirut 26°C (79°F) 17°C (63°F) 21 mm (0.8 in)
Riyaq 23°C (73°F) 10°C (50°F) 27 mm (1.1 in)

Beirut Governorate weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

In May, Beirut Governorate, Lebanon generally has perfect weather conditions. Beirut sees daytime temperatures near 26°C (79°F), with nights cooling to roughly 17°C (63°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Beirut peak at roughly 26°C (79°F) in May, dropping to about 17°C (63°F) overnight.

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

May is on the drier side in Beirut Governorate, Lebanon. Beirut averages only about 21 mm (0.8 in), with most days staying dry.

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

We consider May to be one of the best times to travel to Beirut Governorate, Lebanon. Typically, the climate in Beirut is perfect.

Generally speaking, April, May, June, October and November provide perfect weather in Beirut. In contrast, January and February tend to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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