Town in Keserwan-Jbeil Governorate, Lebanon
Byblos weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Byblos
Apr–Jun and Sep–Oct are warm and dry for the ruins and harbour. Jul–Aug is hot, crowded and the beach season; winter is wet and quiet.
Byblos weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan16°115 mm
- Feb17°82 mm
- Mar20°43 mm
- Apr23°23 mm
- May27°9 mm
- Jun30°2 mm
- Jul32°0 mm
- Aug33°1 mm
- Sep31°5 mm
- Oct28°23 mm
- Nov23°56 mm
- Dec19°96 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16°C62°F | 11°C52°F | 115 mm | 72% | Cool |
| February | 17°C63°F | 12°C53°F | 82 mm | 71% | Cool |
| March | 20°C68°F | 13°C56°F | 43 mm | 69% | Pleasant |
| April | 23°C74°F | 16°C61°F | 23 mm | 65% | Pleasant |
| May | 27°C81°F | 20°C67°F | 9 mm | 60% | Pleasant |
| June | 30°C87°F | 23°C73°F | 2 mm | 57% | Pleasant |
| July | 32°C90°F | 25°C77°F | 0 mm | 59% | Pleasant |
| August | 33°C91°F | 25°C78°F | 1 mm | 64% | Pleasant |
| September | 31°C88°F | 24°C75°F | 5 mm | 63% | Pleasant |
| October | 28°C83°F | 21°C71°F | 23 mm | 62% | Pleasant |
| November | 23°C74°F | 17°C63°F | 56 mm | 62% | Pleasant |
| December | 19°C66°F | 13°C56°F | 96 mm | 69% | Pleasant |
Best months across Lebanon
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Beirut | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (33°C) |
| Byblos | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (33°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Byblos?
Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. Apr–Jun and Sep–Oct are warm and dry for the ruins and harbour. Jul–Aug is hot, crowded and the beach season; winter is wet and quiet.
When is the rainy season in Byblos?
Rain peaks in January with about 115 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Byblos?
August, with average highs of 33°C (91°F).
How cold does Byblos get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 11°C (52°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Lebanon Ministry of Tourism
- Lebanon General Security
- Beirut–Rafic Hariri International Airport
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 2.7°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.