Climate Insights for Ar-Raqqa

Amin, Ar-Raqqa Subdistrict, Ar-Raqqa Governorate, Syria

Hottest
July
40°C peak105°F peak
Coldest
January
5°C low40°F low
Wettest
March
33 mm rain1.3 in rain
Best to Visit
March, April, October
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Ar-Raqqa is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 177 mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 33 mm of rainfall. Ar-Raqqa 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 5°C.The climate in Ar-Raqqa is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 70°F and approximately 7 in of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 1.3 in of rainfall. Ar-Raqqa 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 40°F.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 14°Average: 9°Min: 5°FebMax: 16°Average: 11°Min: 6°MarMax: 20°Average: 15°Min: 10°AprMax: 27°Average: 21°Min: 14°MayMax: 32°Average: 26°Min: 18°JunMax: 37°Average: 31°Min: 23°JulMax: 40°Average: 33°Min: 26°AugMax: 40°Average: 33°Min: 26°SepMax: 36°Average: 29°Min: 22°OctMax: 30°Average: 23°Min: 17°NovMax: 21°Average: 15°Min: 10°DecMax: 15°Average: 11°Min: 6°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°F100°F110°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 56°FAverage: 48°FMin: 40°FFebMax: 61°FAverage: 51°FMin: 42°FMarMax: 69°FAverage: 59°FMin: 49°FAprMax: 80°FAverage: 69°FMin: 57°FMayMax: 90°FAverage: 79°FMin: 65°FJunMax: 99°FAverage: 87°FMin: 74°FJulMax: 105°FAverage: 92°FMin: 79°FAugMax: 104°FAverage: 91°FMin: 78°FSepMax: 97°FAverage: 85°FMin: 72°FOctMax: 85°FAverage: 74°FMin: 63°FNovMax: 70°FAverage: 60°FMin: 51°FDecMax: 60°FAverage: 51°FMin: 44°F
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Temperatures in Ar-Raqqa vary considerably across the year, with a 35°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 40°C and an average of 33°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 5°C and an average of 9°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 8°C shift in average temperatures.Ar-Raqqa has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 65°F from the coldest to warmest months. July is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 105°F and an average of 92°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 40°F and an average of 48°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 22°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 14°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 31mmFebPrecipitation: 25mmMarPrecipitation: 33mmAprPrecipitation: 20mmMayPrecipitation: 6mmJunPrecipitation: 1mmJulPrecipitation: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 7mmNovPrecipitation: 28mmDecPrecipitation: 25mm
Precipitation
0in1in2inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 1.2inFebPrecipitation: 1inMarPrecipitation: 1.3inAprPrecipitation: 0.8inMayPrecipitation: 0.2inJunPrecipitation: 0inJulPrecipitation: 0inAugPrecipitation: 0inSepPrecipitation: 0inOctPrecipitation: 0.3inNovPrecipitation: 1.1inDecPrecipitation: 1in
Precipitation

Ar-Raqqa is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 177 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 15 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 33 mm of rainfall. January and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0 mm. That's 33 mm less than March, 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.Ar-Raqqa is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 7 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 0.6 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 1.3 in of rainfall. January and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0 in. That's 1.3 in less than March, 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/h25km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 11km/hFebWind Speed: 10km/hMarWind Speed: 13km/hAprWind Speed: 13km/hMayWind Speed: 16km/hJunWind Speed: 19km/hJulWind Speed: 22km/hAugWind Speed: 20km/hSepWind Speed: 15km/hOctWind Speed: 10km/hNovWind Speed: 8km/hDecWind Speed: 10km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mph15mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 7mphFebWind Speed: 6mphMarWind Speed: 8mphAprWind Speed: 8mphMayWind Speed: 10mphJunWind Speed: 12mphJulWind Speed: 14mphAugWind Speed: 12mphSepWind Speed: 9mphOctWind Speed: 6mphNovWind Speed: 5mphDecWind Speed: 6mph
Wind Speed

Ar-Raqqa is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 14km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 22km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 8km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 14km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 10km/h in winter, 14km/h in spring, 20km/h in summer, 11km/h in autumn.Ar-Raqqa is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 9mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 14mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 5mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 9mph difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 6mph in winter, 9mph in spring, 13mph in summer, 7mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan9°48°F
Feb11°51°F
Mar15°59°F
Apr21°69°F
May26°79°F
Jun31°87°F
Jul33°92°F
Aug33°91°F
Sep29°85°F
Oct23°74°F
Nov15°60°F
Dec11°51°F

The best time to visit Ar-Raqqa is during March, April, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 22 mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 40°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 5°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Ar-Raqqa is during March, April, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 65°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.9 in per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 105°F, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 40°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 Ar-Raqqa 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 Ar-Raqqa 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
5 °C40 °F
14 °C56 °F
11 km/h7 mph
31 mm1.2 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
6 °C42 °F
16 °C61 °F
10 km/h6 mph
25 mm1 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
10 °C49 °F
20 °C69 °F
13 km/h8 mph
33 mm1.3 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
14 °C57 °F
27 °C80 °F
13 km/h8 mph
20 mm0.8 in
0 cm0 in
May
18 °C65 °F
32 °C90 °F
16 km/h10 mph
6 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
23 °C74 °F
37 °C99 °F
19 km/h12 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
26 °C79 °F
40 °C105 °F
22 km/h14 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
26 °C78 °F
40 °C104 °F
20 km/h12 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
22 °C72 °F
36 °C97 °F
15 km/h9 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
17 °C63 °F
30 °C85 °F
10 km/h6 mph
7 mm0.3 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
10 °C51 °F
21 °C70 °F
8 km/h5 mph
28 mm1.1 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
6 °C44 °F
15 °C60 °F
10 km/h6 mph
25 mm1 in
0 cm0 in