Climate Insights for Chtoura
Zahlé District, Beqaa Governorate, Lebanon
Climate Overview
The climate in Chtoura is temperate. The average annual temperature is 15°C and approximately 588 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 131 mm of rainfall. Chtoura 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 1°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 54cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Chtoura is temperate. The average annual temperature is 60°F and approximately 23.2 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 5.1 in of rainfall. Chtoura 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 34°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 21in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Temperatures in Chtoura vary considerably across the year, with a 29°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. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 1°C and an average of 6°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 5°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Chtoura vary considerably across the year, with a 53°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 87°F and the mean temperature sits around 76°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 34°F and an average of 42°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 21°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
Chtoura is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 588 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 49 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 131 mm of rainfall. March and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 1 mm. That's 130 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 54cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 27cm.Chtoura is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 23.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.9 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 5.2 in of rainfall. March and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0 in. That's 5.1 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 21in accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 10in.
Wind
Chtoura 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 March, averaging 6km/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. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Chtoura 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 March, averaging 4mph, 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. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Chtoura is during May, June, July, August, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 10 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 1°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Chtoura 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 0.4 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 34°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 Chtoura 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 Chtoura 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.