Climate Insights for Baalbek

Baalbek District, Baalbek-Hermel Governorate, Lebanon

Hottest
August
30°C peak86°F peak
Coldest
January
-2°C low29°F low
Wettest
January
73 mm rain2.9 in rain
Best to Visit
May, June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Baalbek is temperate. The average annual temperature is 13°C and approximately 363 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 73 mm of rainfall. Baalbek is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -2°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 112cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Baalbek is temperate. The average annual temperature is 56°F and approximately 14.3 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 2.9 in of rainfall. Baalbek is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 29°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 44in accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 6°Average: 2°Min: -2°FebMax: 8°Average: 3°Min: -1°MarMax: 12°Average: 7°Min: 2°AprMax: 17°Average: 12°Min: 6°MayMax: 22°Average: 17°Min: 10°JunMax: 27°Average: 21°Min: 14°JulMax: 30°Average: 24°Min: 18°AugMax: 30°Average: 24°Min: 18°SepMax: 27°Average: 21°Min: 15°OctMax: 22°Average: 16°Min: 11°NovMax: 15°Average: 10°Min: 6°DecMax: 9°Average: 5°Min: 1°
Max
Average
Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 43°FAverage: 36°FMin: 29°FFebMax: 46°FAverage: 38°FMin: 30°FMarMax: 53°FAverage: 44°FMin: 36°FAprMax: 63°FAverage: 53°FMin: 43°FMayMax: 72°FAverage: 62°FMin: 50°FJunMax: 80°FAverage: 70°FMin: 58°FJulMax: 86°FAverage: 75°FMin: 64°FAugMax: 86°FAverage: 75°FMin: 64°FSepMax: 81°FAverage: 70°FMin: 59°FOctMax: 71°FAverage: 61°FMin: 51°FNovMax: 59°FAverage: 50°FMin: 42°FDecMax: 49°FAverage: 41°FMin: 34°F
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Temperatures in Baalbek vary considerably across the year, with a 32°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -2°C and the daily average is 2°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Baalbek vary considerably across the year, with a 57°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 86°F and the mean temperature sits around 75°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 29°F and the daily average is 36°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 19°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 11°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 73mmSnow: 47mmFebPrecipitation: 54mmSnow: 31mmMarPrecipitation: 61mmSnow: 15mmAprPrecipitation: 38mmSnow: 3mmMayPrecipitation: 22mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 7mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 1mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 2mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 3mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 16mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 31mmSnow: 1mmDecPrecipitation: 53mmSnow: 15mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 2.9inSnow (in): 19inFebPrecipitation: 2.1inSnow (in): 12inMarPrecipitation: 2.4inSnow (in): 6inAprPrecipitation: 1.5inSnow (in): 1inMayPrecipitation: 0.9inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 0.3inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 0.1inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 0.1inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 0.1inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 0.6inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 1.2inSnow (in): 0inDecPrecipitation: 2.1inSnow (in): 6in
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Snow (in)

Baalbek is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 363 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 30 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 73 mm of rainfall. March and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 1 mm. That's 72 mm less than January, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 112cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 47cm.Baalbek is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 14.3 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.2 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 2.9 in of rainfall. March and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0 in. That's 2.8 in less than January, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 44in accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 19in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 6km/hFebWind Speed: 6km/hMarWind Speed: 7km/hAprWind Speed: 7km/hMayWind Speed: 8km/hJunWind Speed: 7km/hJulWind Speed: 6km/hAugWind Speed: 6km/hSepWind Speed: 5km/hOctWind Speed: 5km/hNovWind Speed: 5km/hDecWind Speed: 6km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 4mphFebWind Speed: 3mphMarWind Speed: 5mphAprWind Speed: 4mphMayWind Speed: 5mphJunWind Speed: 4mphJulWind Speed: 4mphAugWind Speed: 4mphSepWind Speed: 3mphOctWind Speed: 3mphNovWind Speed: 3mphDecWind Speed: 4mph
Wind Speed

Baalbek is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 6km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is May, averaging 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Baalbek is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is May, averaging 5mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan2°36°F
Feb3°38°F
Mar7°44°F
Apr12°53°F
May17°62°F
Jun21°70°F
Jul24°75°F
Aug24°75°F
Sep21°70°F
Oct16°61°F
Nov10°50°F
Dec5°41°F

The best time to visit Baalbek is during May, June, July, August, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 9 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -2°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Baalbek is during May, June, July, August, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 69°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.4 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 29°F. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Baalbek based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Baalbek based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
-2 °C29 °F
6 °C43 °F
6 km/h4 mph
73 mm2.9 in
47 cm19 in
Feb
-1 °C30 °F
8 °C46 °F
6 km/h3 mph
54 mm2.1 in
31 cm12 in
Mar
2 °C36 °F
12 °C53 °F
7 km/h5 mph
61 mm2.4 in
15 cm6 in
Apr
6 °C43 °F
17 °C63 °F
7 km/h4 mph
38 mm1.5 in
3 cm1 in
May
10 °C50 °F
22 °C72 °F
8 km/h5 mph
22 mm0.9 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
14 °C58 °F
27 °C80 °F
7 km/h4 mph
7 mm0.3 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
18 °C64 °F
30 °C86 °F
6 km/h4 mph
1 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
18 °C64 °F
30 °C86 °F
6 km/h4 mph
2 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
15 °C59 °F
27 °C81 °F
5 km/h3 mph
3 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
11 °C51 °F
22 °C71 °F
5 km/h3 mph
16 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
6 °C42 °F
15 °C59 °F
5 km/h3 mph
31 mm1.2 in
1 cm0 in
Dec
1 °C34 °F
9 °C49 °F
6 km/h4 mph
53 mm2.1 in
15 cm6 in