Climate Insights for Harasta
Harasta Subdistrict, Rif Dimashq Governorate, Syria
Climate Overview
The climate in Harasta is temperate. The average annual temperature is 17°C and approximately 191 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 44 mm of rainfall. Harasta is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 2°C. Light snow can occur between January and March.The climate in Harasta is temperate. The average annual temperature is 63°F and approximately 7.5 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 1.7 in of rainfall. Harasta is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 36°F. Light snow can occur between January and March.
Temperature
Temperatures in Harasta vary considerably across the year, with a 33°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 35°C and an average of 27°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 2°C and an average of 7°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 13°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Harasta vary considerably across the year, with a 59°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 95°F and an average of 81°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 36°F and an average of 44°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 23°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 11°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Harasta is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 191 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 16 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 44 mm of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0 mm. That's 44 mm less than January, 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. Light snowfall can occur between January and March, totalling around 11cm annually. January is the snowiest month with approximately 6cm.Harasta is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 7.5 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 0.6 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 1.7 in of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0 in. That's 1.7 in less than January, 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. Light snowfall can occur between January and March, totalling around 4in annually. January is the snowiest month with approximately 2in.
Wind
Harasta is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 8km/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 10km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 6km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Harasta is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 5mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 6mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 4mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Harasta is during April, May, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 7 mm per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 35°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 2°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Harasta is during April, May, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 69°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.3 in per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 95°F, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 36°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 Harasta 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. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. 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 Harasta 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. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. 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.