Climate Insights for Barhalioun
Bsharri District, North Governorate, Lebanon
Climate Overview
The climate in Barhalioun is temperate. The average annual temperature is 15°C and approximately 541 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 105 mm of rainfall. Barhalioun 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 61cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Barhalioun is temperate. The average annual temperature is 60°F and approximately 21.3 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 4.1 in of rainfall. Barhalioun 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 35°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 24in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Temperatures in Barhalioun vary considerably across the year, with a 28°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 25°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 2°C and an average of 6°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Barhalioun vary considerably across the year, with a 50°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 85°F and the mean temperature sits around 76°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 35°F and an average of 42°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 18°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 10°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Barhalioun is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 541 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 45 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 105 mm of rainfall. December and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 1 mm. That's 103 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 61cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 26cm.Barhalioun is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 21.3 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.8 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 4.1 in of rainfall. December and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0 in. That's 4.1 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 24in accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 10in.
Wind
Barhalioun is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 6km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Barhalioun is mildly breezy, 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 March, averaging 5mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 4mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Barhalioun is during May, June, July, August, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 12 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 Barhalioun is during May, June, July, August, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 71°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.5 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 35°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 Barhalioun 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 Barhalioun 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.