Climate of Al-Raqqah, Syria
Area-weighted average across Al-Raqqah. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Al-Raqqah, a subdivision of Syrian Arab Republic, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 6.2°C / 43.2°F in January to 31.2°C / 88.2°F in July, with rainfall from 0 mm / 0 in to 40 mm / 1.6 in depending on the season (212 mm / 8.3 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6.2°C43.2°F | 40 mm1.6″ | — |
| February | 8.1°C46.6°F | 33 mm1.3″ | — |
| March | 12.2°C54°F | 33 mm1.3″ | — |
| April | 17.6°C63.7°F | 24 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 23.5°C74.3°F | 15 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Warm |
| June | 28.4°C83.1°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Hot |
| July | 31.2°C88.2°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| August | 30.6°C87.1°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| September | 26.7°C80.1°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| October | 20.8°C69.4°F | 11 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| November | 12.8°C55°F | 20 mm0.8″ | — |
| December | 7.6°C45.7°F | 33 mm1.3″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Al-Raqqah?
The best months to visit Al-Raqqah, Syrian Arab Republic for sunny, dry weather are April, May, June, July, August, September, October. The warmest month is July at an area-wide average of 31.2°C / 88.2°F, and the driest is July with about 0 mm / 0 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Al-Raqqah?
Al-Raqqah, Syrian Arab Republic has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 6.2°C / 43.2°F in January to 31.2°C / 88.2°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 212 mm / 8.3 in, with the wettest month being January (40 mm / 1.6 in) and the driest July (0 mm / 0 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Al-Raqqah?
The hottest month in Al-Raqqah is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 31.2°C / 88.2°F.
What is the coldest month in Al-Raqqah?
The coldest month in Al-Raqqah is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 6.2°C / 43.2°F.
When does it rain most in Al-Raqqah?
The wettest month in Al-Raqqah is January, averaging about 40 mm / 1.6 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 0 mm / 0 in.