Weather in December in Mount Lebanon
Thinking about venturing to Mount Lebanon this December and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:
What is the weather like in Mount Lebanon in December?
Mount Lebanon is a region in Lebanon. December in Mount Lebanon generally has mild temperatures, with high precipitation. The month of December is in the winter season.
Temperatures
The average maximum temperatures are mild and range from 13°C in Afqā to 18°C in Beirut. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 10°C in Beirut and 4°C in Afqā.
Precipitation
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Afqā with an average of 101 mm to high rainfall in Jiyeh with 143 mm.Average sunshine
Most areas experience a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 149 hours of sunlight expected in Beirut. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.For a closer look at December's conditions in Mount Lebanon, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Mount Lebanon's yearly weather, check out our Mount Lebanon climate page.
Where to go in Mount Lebanon in December
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in December for the 5 most popular destinations in Mount Lebanon?
Beirut
In December Beirut generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
Jounieh
In December Jounieh generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
Jbeil
In December Jbeil generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
Fārayyā
In December Fārayyā generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Kfardebian
In December Kfardebian generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is December the best time to visit Mount Lebanon?
Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Beirut, December might be a good time to visit Mount Lebanon. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.
Generally speaking, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November provide perfect weather in Beirut. On the other hand, the months of January and February tend to have unpleasant weather conditions.
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