Climate Insights for Al Zawiyah
Az Zawiya District, Libya
Climate Overview
The climate in Al Zawiyah is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 144 mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 33 mm of rainfall. Al Zawiyah 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 10°C.The climate in Al Zawiyah is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 71°F and approximately 5.7 in of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 1.3 in of rainfall. Al Zawiyah 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 51°F.
Temperature
Temperatures in Al Zawiyah vary considerably across the year, with a 24°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 34°C and the mean temperature sits around 29°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 10°C and an average of 14°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°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 Al Zawiyah vary considerably across the year, with a 42°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 93°F and the mean temperature sits around 84°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 51°F and an average of 57°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 16°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 8°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Al Zawiyah is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 144 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 12 mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 33 mm of rainfall. February and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0 mm. That's 33 mm less than December, 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.Al Zawiyah is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 5.7 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 0.5 in per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 1.3 in of rainfall. February and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0 in. That's 1.3 in less than December, 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.
Wind
Al Zawiyah is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 13km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is April, averaging 15km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Al Zawiyah is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 8mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is April, averaging 9mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 7mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Al Zawiyah is during March, April, May, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 16 mm per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 34°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 10°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Al Zawiyah is during March, April, May, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 68°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.6 in per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 93°F, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 51°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 Al Zawiyah 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. 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 Al Zawiyah 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. 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.