Best Time to Visit Syria
Syrian Arab Republic is at its sunniest and driest in April–October.
The best time to visit Syrian Arab Republic for sunny, dry weather is April–October — 7 months of the year match our sunny profiles at a country-wide average. The drier half of the year covers April–October, while the wetter half runs through November–March. Country-wide monthly temperatures range from 7°C / 44.6°F in January to 27°C / 80.6°F in July, and monthly rainfall from 0 mm / 0 in (June) to 80 mm / 3.1 in (January). Syrian Arab Republic's climate is broadly seasonal. These are national area-weighted averages from long-term climate normals — regional variation within Syrian Arab Republic can be substantial, especially for large or geographically diverse countries. Below, every month is classified against our five weather profiles so you can match your travel window to your preferred weather.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| April | 16°C60.8°F | 25 mm1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 21°C69.8°F | 10 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| June | 25°C77°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| July | 27°C80.6°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| August | 27°C80.6°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| September | 24°C75.2°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Warm |
| October | 19°C66.2°F | 20 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Syrian Arab Republic?
The best time to visit Syrian Arab Republic for sunny, dry weather is April, May, June, July, August, September, October. The warmest month is July (27°C / 80.6°F country-wide average) and the driest is June (about 0 mm / 0 in). These months combine warmth with low rainfall based on long-term climate normals.
When is the rainy season in Syrian Arab Republic?
The rainy season in Syrian Arab Republic runs through November–March, when monthly rainfall exceeds the national annual median of about 25 mm / 1 in. The wettest single month is January, averaging 80 mm / 3.1 in.
What is the dry season in Syrian Arab Republic?
The drier half of the year in Syrian Arab Republic covers April–October, when monthly rainfall stays at or below the annual median of about 25 mm / 1 in. The driest single month is June with about 0 mm / 0 in.
What months should I avoid visiting Syrian Arab Republic?
The least comfortable months for travel in Syrian Arab Republic — based on our climate data — are January, February, March, December. These are Syrian Arab Republic's wettest or coolest months. Rainfall peaks at 80 mm / 3.1 in in January, and temperatures bottom out at 7°C / 44.6°F in January.
Is there a shoulder season in Syrian Arab Republic?
Syrian Arab Republic doesn't have a distinct shoulder season by our heuristics — its climate is either sunny-and-dry or clearly outside those bounds most of the year. Consider the June window (driest) or July window (warmest) as alternatives to peak season.