Climate Insights for Gharyan

Nafusa Mountains, Libya

Hottest
July
35°C peak95°F peak
Coldest
January
8°C low46°F low
Wettest
December
30 mm rain1.2 in rain
Best to Visit
March, April, May
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Gharyan is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 140 mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 30 mm of rainfall. Gharyan is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 8°C.The climate in Gharyan is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 70°F and approximately 5.5 in of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 1.2 in of rainfall. Gharyan is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 46°F.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 16°Average: 12°Min: 8°FebMax: 17°Average: 13°Min: 9°MarMax: 21°Average: 16°Min: 11°AprMax: 26°Average: 20°Min: 14°MayMax: 29°Average: 24°Min: 18°JunMax: 33°Average: 28°Min: 22°JulMax: 35°Average: 29°Min: 24°AugMax: 34°Average: 29°Min: 24°SepMax: 32°Average: 27°Min: 22°OctMax: 27°Average: 23°Min: 18°NovMax: 22°Average: 18°Min: 13°DecMax: 17°Average: 13°Min: 10°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°F100°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 60°FAverage: 53°FMin: 46°FFebMax: 63°FAverage: 55°FMin: 48°FMarMax: 70°FAverage: 61°FMin: 52°FAprMax: 78°FAverage: 68°FMin: 58°FMayMax: 85°FAverage: 75°FMin: 65°FJunMax: 92°FAverage: 82°FMin: 72°FJulMax: 95°FAverage: 85°FMin: 75°FAugMax: 94°FAverage: 84°FMin: 75°FSepMax: 90°FAverage: 81°FMin: 72°FOctMax: 81°FAverage: 73°FMin: 65°FNovMax: 72°FAverage: 64°FMin: 56°FDecMax: 63°FAverage: 56°FMin: 49°F
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Temperatures in Gharyan vary considerably across the year, with a 27°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 35°C and the mean temperature sits around 29°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 8°C and an average of 12°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 Gharyan vary considerably across the year, with a 49°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 95°F and the mean temperature sits around 85°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 46°F and an average of 53°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 9°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 15mmFebPrecipitation: 20mmMarPrecipitation: 17mmAprPrecipitation: 8mmMayPrecipitation: 6mmJunPrecipitation: 3mmJulPrecipitation: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 2mmSepPrecipitation: 9mmOctPrecipitation: 18mmNovPrecipitation: 12mmDecPrecipitation: 30mm
Precipitation
0in1in2inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 0.6inFebPrecipitation: 0.8inMarPrecipitation: 0.7inAprPrecipitation: 0.3inMayPrecipitation: 0.2inJunPrecipitation: 0.1inJulPrecipitation: 0inAugPrecipitation: 0.1inSepPrecipitation: 0.3inOctPrecipitation: 0.7inNovPrecipitation: 0.5inDecPrecipitation: 1.2in
Precipitation

Gharyan is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 140 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 12 mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 30 mm of rainfall. February and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0 mm. That's 30 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.Gharyan is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 5.5 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 0.5 in per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 1.2 in of rainfall. February and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0 in. That's 1.2 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

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 15km/hFebWind Speed: 14km/hMarWind Speed: 15km/hAprWind Speed: 16km/hMayWind Speed: 14km/hJunWind Speed: 13km/hJulWind Speed: 12km/hAugWind Speed: 11km/hSepWind Speed: 12km/hOctWind Speed: 12km/hNovWind Speed: 13km/hDecWind Speed: 14km/h
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0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 9mphFebWind Speed: 9mphMarWind Speed: 10mphAprWind Speed: 10mphMayWind Speed: 9mphJunWind Speed: 8mphJulWind Speed: 7mphAugWind Speed: 7mphSepWind Speed: 7mphOctWind Speed: 7mphNovWind Speed: 8mphDecWind Speed: 9mph
Wind Speed

Gharyan 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 16km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, 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 5km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Gharyan 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 10mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, 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 3mph between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan12°53°F
Feb13°55°F
Mar16°61°F
Apr20°68°F
May24°75°F
Jun28°82°F
Jul29°85°F
Aug29°84°F
Sep27°81°F
Oct23°73°F
Nov18°64°F
Dec13°56°F

The best time to visit Gharyan is during March, April, May, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 12 mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 35°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 8°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Gharyan is during March, April, May, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 68°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.5 in per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 95°F, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 46°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 Gharyan 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 Gharyan 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
8 °C46 °F
16 °C60 °F
15 km/h9 mph
15 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
9 °C48 °F
17 °C63 °F
14 km/h9 mph
20 mm0.8 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
11 °C52 °F
21 °C70 °F
15 km/h10 mph
17 mm0.7 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
14 °C58 °F
26 °C78 °F
16 km/h10 mph
8 mm0.3 in
0 cm0 in
May
18 °C65 °F
29 °C85 °F
14 km/h9 mph
6 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
22 °C72 °F
33 °C92 °F
13 km/h8 mph
3 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
24 °C75 °F
35 °C95 °F
12 km/h7 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
24 °C75 °F
34 °C94 °F
11 km/h7 mph
2 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
22 °C72 °F
32 °C90 °F
12 km/h7 mph
9 mm0.3 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
18 °C65 °F
27 °C81 °F
12 km/h7 mph
18 mm0.7 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
13 °C56 °F
22 °C72 °F
13 km/h8 mph
12 mm0.5 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
10 °C49 °F
17 °C63 °F
14 km/h9 mph
30 mm1.2 in
0 cm0 in