Climate Insights for Misrata

Bani Walid, Libya

Hottest
August
32°C peak90°F peak
Coldest
January
11°C low52°F low
Wettest
December
27 mm rain1.1 in rain
Best to Visit
February, March, April
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Misrata is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 107 mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 27 mm of rainfall. Misrata 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 11°C.The climate in Misrata is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 70°F and approximately 4.2 in of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 1.1 in of rainfall. Misrata 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 52°F.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 18°Average: 14°Min: 11°FebMax: 19°Average: 15°Min: 12°MarMax: 21°Average: 17°Min: 13°AprMax: 23°Average: 19°Min: 15°MayMax: 27°Average: 22°Min: 18°JunMax: 30°Average: 25°Min: 22°JulMax: 32°Average: 28°Min: 24°AugMax: 32°Average: 28°Min: 25°SepMax: 31°Average: 27°Min: 24°OctMax: 28°Average: 24°Min: 21°NovMax: 24°Average: 20°Min: 17°DecMax: 19°Average: 16°Min: 13°
Max
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 64°FAverage: 58°FMin: 52°FFebMax: 66°FAverage: 59°FMin: 53°FMarMax: 69°FAverage: 62°FMin: 56°FAprMax: 74°FAverage: 66°FMin: 60°FMayMax: 80°FAverage: 72°FMin: 65°FJunMax: 85°FAverage: 78°FMin: 71°FJulMax: 89°FAverage: 82°FMin: 75°FAugMax: 90°FAverage: 83°FMin: 77°FSepMax: 87°FAverage: 81°FMin: 75°FOctMax: 82°FAverage: 76°FMin: 70°FNovMax: 75°FAverage: 68°FMin: 62°FDecMax: 67°FAverage: 61°FMin: 55°F
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Temperatures in Misrata vary considerably across the year, with a 21°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 11°C and an average of 14°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Misrata vary considerably across the year, with a 38°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 90°F and the mean temperature sits around 83°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 52°F and an average of 58°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 13°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 7°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 16mmFebPrecipitation: 13mmMarPrecipitation: 11mmAprPrecipitation: 4mmMayPrecipitation: 3mmJunPrecipitation: 2mmJulPrecipitation: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 2mmSepPrecipitation: 7mmOctPrecipitation: 11mmNovPrecipitation: 9mmDecPrecipitation: 27mm
Precipitation
0in1in2inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 0.6inFebPrecipitation: 0.5inMarPrecipitation: 0.4inAprPrecipitation: 0.2inMayPrecipitation: 0.1inJunPrecipitation: 0.1inJulPrecipitation: 0inAugPrecipitation: 0.1inSepPrecipitation: 0.3inOctPrecipitation: 0.4inNovPrecipitation: 0.4inDecPrecipitation: 1.1in
Precipitation

Misrata is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 107 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 9 mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 27 mm of rainfall. January and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0 mm. That's 27 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.Misrata is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 4.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 0.4 in per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 1.1 in of rainfall. January and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0 in. That's 1.1 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: 19km/hFebWind Speed: 17km/hMarWind Speed: 19km/hAprWind Speed: 19km/hMayWind Speed: 18km/hJunWind Speed: 16km/hJulWind Speed: 14km/hAugWind Speed: 13km/hSepWind Speed: 15km/hOctWind Speed: 15km/hNovWind Speed: 15km/hDecWind Speed: 18km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mph15mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 12mphFebWind Speed: 11mphMarWind Speed: 12mphAprWind Speed: 12mphMayWind Speed: 11mphJunWind Speed: 10mphJulWind Speed: 9mphAugWind Speed: 8mphSepWind Speed: 9mphOctWind Speed: 9mphNovWind Speed: 10mphDecWind Speed: 11mph
Wind Speed

Misrata is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 17km/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 19km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 13km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 18km/h in winter, 19km/h in spring, 14km/h in summer, 15km/h in autumn.Misrata is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 10mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 12mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 8mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4mph gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 11mph in winter, 12mph in spring, 9mph in summer, 9mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan14°58°F
Feb15°59°F
Mar17°62°F
Apr19°66°F
May22°72°F
Jun25°78°F
Jul28°82°F
Aug28°83°F
Sep27°81°F
Oct24°76°F
Nov20°68°F
Dec16°61°F

The best time to visit Misrata is during February, March, April, May, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 11 mm per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 32°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 11°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Misrata is during February, March, April, May, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 66°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.4 in per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 90°F, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 52°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 Misrata 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 Misrata 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
11 °C52 °F
18 °C64 °F
19 km/h12 mph
16 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
12 °C53 °F
19 °C66 °F
17 km/h11 mph
13 mm0.5 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
13 °C56 °F
21 °C69 °F
19 km/h12 mph
11 mm0.4 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
15 °C60 °F
23 °C74 °F
19 km/h12 mph
4 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
May
18 °C65 °F
27 °C80 °F
18 km/h11 mph
3 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
22 °C71 °F
30 °C85 °F
16 km/h10 mph
2 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
24 °C75 °F
32 °C89 °F
14 km/h9 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
25 °C77 °F
32 °C90 °F
13 km/h8 mph
2 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
24 °C75 °F
31 °C87 °F
15 km/h9 mph
7 mm0.3 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
21 °C70 °F
28 °C82 °F
15 km/h9 mph
11 mm0.4 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
17 °C62 °F
24 °C75 °F
15 km/h10 mph
9 mm0.4 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
13 °C55 °F
19 °C67 °F
18 km/h11 mph
27 mm1.1 in
0 cm0 in