Climate of Benghazi, Libya
Area-weighted average across Benghazi. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Benghazi, a subdivision of Libya, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 12.5°C / 54.5°F in January to 26.5°C / 79.7°F in August, with rainfall from 0 mm / 0 in to 53 mm / 2.1 in depending on the season (173 mm / 6.8 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 | 12.5°C54.5°F | 42 mm1.7″ | — |
| February | 13.2°C55.8°F | 27 mm1.1″ | — |
| March | 15.4°C59.7°F | 11 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
| April | 19°C66.2°F | 4 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 22.6°C72.7°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Warm |
| June | 25.4°C77.7°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| July | 26.2°C79.2°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| August | 26.5°C79.7°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| September | 25.2°C77.4°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| October | 22.7°C72.9°F | 11 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Warm |
| November | 18.1°C64.6°F | 20 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
| December | 14.2°C57.6°F | 53 mm2.1″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Benghazi?
The best months to visit Benghazi, Libya for sunny, dry weather are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November. The warmest month is August at an area-wide average of 26.5°C / 79.7°F, and the driest is July with about 0 mm / 0 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Benghazi?
Benghazi, Libya has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 12.5°C / 54.5°F in January to 26.5°C / 79.7°F in August. Annual rainfall averages about 173 mm / 6.8 in, with the wettest month being December (53 mm / 2.1 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 Benghazi?
The hottest month in Benghazi is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 26.5°C / 79.7°F.
What is the coldest month in Benghazi?
The coldest month in Benghazi is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 12.5°C / 54.5°F.
When does it rain most in Benghazi?
The wettest month in Benghazi is December, averaging about 53 mm / 2.1 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 0 mm / 0 in.