Climate of Damascus, Syria
Area-weighted average across Damascus. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Damascus, 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 25.9°C / 78.6°F in July, with rainfall from 0 mm / 0 in to 70 mm / 2.8 in depending on the season (307 mm / 12.1 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 | 70 mm2.8″ | — |
| February | 7.6°C45.7°F | 54 mm2.1″ | — |
| March | 10.8°C51.4°F | 45 mm1.8″ | — |
| April | 15.3°C59.5°F | 19 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 20.2°C68.4°F | 9 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| June | 23.9°C75°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm |
| July | 25.9°C78.6°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| August | 25.6°C78.1°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| September | 22.9°C73.2°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm |
| October | 18.5°C65.3°F | 13 mm0.5″ | Sunny & Mild |
| November | 12.3°C54.1°F | 37 mm1.5″ | — |
| December | 7.9°C46.2°F | 59 mm2.3″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Damascus?
The best months to visit Damascus, 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 25.9°C / 78.6°F, and the driest is June with about 0 mm / 0 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Damascus?
Damascus, Syrian Arab Republic has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 6.2°C / 43.2°F in January to 25.9°C / 78.6°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 307 mm / 12.1 in, with the wettest month being January (70 mm / 2.8 in) and the driest June (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 Damascus?
The hottest month in Damascus is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 25.9°C / 78.6°F.
What is the coldest month in Damascus?
The coldest month in Damascus is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 6.2°C / 43.2°F.
When does it rain most in Damascus?
The wettest month in Damascus is January, averaging about 70 mm / 2.8 in of rainfall. The driest is June with about 0 mm / 0 in.