Best Time to Visit Beirut, Beirut, Lebanon
Beirut is at its sunniest and driest in April–September.
The best time to visit Beirut for sunny, dry weather is April–September — 6 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through April–October; the wetter half falls in November–March. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 13.3°C / 55.9°F in January to 26.9°C / 80.4°F in August, with rainfall from 1 mm / 0 in (June) to 191 mm / 7.5 in (January). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Beirut, Beirut, Lebanon's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Beirut's climate is broadly Mediterranean-style. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| April | 18°C64.4°F | 50 mm2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 21°C69.8°F | 15 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| June | 24°C75.2°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm |
| July | 26.2°C79.2°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| August | 26.9°C80.4°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| September | 25.8°C78.4°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Beirut?
The best time to visit Beirut for sunny, dry weather is April, May, June, July, August, September. At the city itself, the warmest month is August averaging 26.9°C / 80.4°F, and the driest is June with about 1 mm / 0 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Beirut's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Beirut?
The rainy season at Beirut, Beirut runs through November–March, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 50 mm / 2 in. The wettest single month is January (191 mm / 7.5 in).
What is the driest month in Beirut?
The driest month in Beirut is June, averaging about 1 mm / 0 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 24°C / 75.2°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Beirut?
The least comfortable months for travel to Beirut — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 191 mm / 7.5 in in January, and the coldest month averages 13.3°C / 55.9°F.
Is Beirut climate different from Lebanon overall?
Yes, usually. Our Beirut figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Lebanon figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Beirut specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.