Best Time to Visit Latakia, Latakia, Syria
Latakia is at its sunniest and driest in May–September.
The best time to visit Latakia for sunny, dry weather is May–September — 5 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 11.7°C / 53.1°F in January to 27°C / 80.6°F in August, with rainfall from 2 mm / 0.1 in (July) to 167 mm / 6.6 in (December). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Latakia, Latakia, Syrian Arab Republic's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Latakia'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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| May | 20.9°C69.6°F | 26 mm1″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| June | 23.8°C74.8°F | 6 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Warm |
| July | 26.4°C79.5°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Hot |
| August | 27°C80.6°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Hot |
| September | 25.6°C78.1°F | 11 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Latakia?
The best time to visit Latakia for sunny, dry weather is May, June, July, August, September. At the city itself, the warmest month is August averaging 27°C / 80.6°F, and the driest is July with about 2 mm / 0.1 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Latakia's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Latakia?
The rainy season at Latakia, Latakia runs through November–March, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 64 mm / 2.5 in. The wettest single month is December (167 mm / 6.6 in).
What is the driest month in Latakia?
The driest month in Latakia is July, averaging about 2 mm / 0.1 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 26.4°C / 79.5°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Latakia?
The least comfortable months for travel to Latakia — 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 167 mm / 6.6 in in December, and the coldest month averages 11.7°C / 53.1°F.
Is Latakia climate different from Syrian Arab Republic overall?
Yes, usually. Our Latakia figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Syrian Arab Republic 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 Latakia specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.