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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 Zouk Mikael sees daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and lows of 16°C (61°F) at night. The excellent weather makes it a good time to visit.
If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a good time to visit Zouk Mikael.
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43-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Zouk Mikael 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 Zouk Mikael spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on weather observations in Zouk Mikael between 1992 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes during May.
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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).
For Zouk Mikael 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. With water temperatures around 22°C (72°F), swimming conditions are excellent. Pack your swimsuit, goggles, and maybe some water shoes. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.
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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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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