Climate in Syria

Syria has a highly diverse climate, with major differences between regions. Annual temperatures range from lows of -20°C in the coldest regions to highs of 37°C in the warmest areas. Annual precipitation ranges from 54mm in drier regions to 337mm in wetter parts of the country. Some regions receive significant snowfall, with up to 297cm annually, while other areas see little to none. The warmest areas are warm year-round while the coldest regions remain very cold, making Syria a country of sharp climate contrasts.

Temperature patterns across Syria vary by region, with distinct differences between areas. The Northwest is the warmest part of the country, with peak temperatures reaching 37°C and an annual average of 24°C. Cooler conditions are found in the North, where winter lows drop to -20°C and an annual average of -5°C. This 29°C difference in annual averages between regions means travellers can experience vastly different conditions depending on which part of Syria they visit. Regional differences are most pronounced in winter, when temperatures across Syria can vary by up to 34°C between regions. For example, Al Bāb in the Aleppo Governorate averages 24°C annually, while Manbij in the Aleppo Governorate averages -5°C.

Syria sees notable variation in rainfall across its regions, ranging from 54mm to 337mm per year. The West receives the most rainfall, at approximately 337mm annually. The West is the driest, with around 54mm per year. Rainfall is distributed fairly evenly across the seasons, with no strong wet or dry period in most regions. The Northeast sees the most snowfall, with up to 297cm annually, while other parts of the country receive little to none. Visitors heading to wetter areas can expect more frequent rain than those staying in drier parts of the country.