Climate Insights for Idlib

Idleb Subdistrict, Idleb Governorate, Syria

Hottest
August
36°C peak97°F peak
Coldest
January
5°C low40°F low
Wettest
January
72 mm rain2.8 in rain
Best to Visit
April, May, October
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Idlib is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 19°C and approximately 325 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 72 mm of rainfall. Idlib 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 5°C.The climate in Idlib is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 67°F and approximately 12.8 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 2.8 in of rainfall. Idlib 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 40°F.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 14°Average: 9°Min: 5°FebMax: 16°Average: 10°Min: 5°MarMax: 20°Average: 14°Min: 8°AprMax: 25°Average: 19°Min: 12°MayMax: 30°Average: 23°Min: 16°JunMax: 34°Average: 27°Min: 20°JulMax: 36°Average: 29°Min: 23°AugMax: 36°Average: 29°Min: 23°SepMax: 34°Average: 27°Min: 20°OctMax: 29°Average: 22°Min: 16°NovMax: 22°Average: 15°Min: 10°DecMax: 15°Average: 10°Min: 6°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°F100°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 56°FAverage: 48°FMin: 40°FFebMax: 60°FAverage: 51°FMin: 42°FMarMax: 67°FAverage: 57°FMin: 47°FAprMax: 78°FAverage: 65°FMin: 54°FMayMax: 86°FAverage: 73°FMin: 60°FJunMax: 93°FAverage: 80°FMin: 68°FJulMax: 97°FAverage: 85°FMin: 74°FAugMax: 97°FAverage: 85°FMin: 74°FSepMax: 93°FAverage: 80°FMin: 69°FOctMax: 85°FAverage: 71°FMin: 60°FNovMax: 71°FAverage: 59°FMin: 50°FDecMax: 60°FAverage: 51°FMin: 43°F
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Temperatures in Idlib vary considerably across the year, with a 31°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 36°C and an average of 29°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 7°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Idlib vary considerably across the year, with a 57°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 97°F and an average of 85°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 12°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 72mmSnow: 0mmFebPrecipitation: 46mmSnow: 0mmMarPrecipitation: 49mmSnow: 0mmAprPrecipitation: 27mmSnow: 0mmMayPrecipitation: 14mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 6mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 0mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 1mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 4mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 12mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 33mmSnow: 0mmDecPrecipitation: 62mmSnow: 1mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in1in2in3inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 2.8inFebPrecipitation: 1.8inMarPrecipitation: 1.9inAprPrecipitation: 1.1inMayPrecipitation: 0.5inJunPrecipitation: 0.2inJulPrecipitation: 0inAugPrecipitation: 0inSepPrecipitation: 0.1inOctPrecipitation: 0.5inNovPrecipitation: 1.3inDecPrecipitation: 2.4in
Precipitation

Idlib is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 325 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 27 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 72 mm of rainfall. December and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0 mm. That's 72 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.Idlib is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 12.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.1 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 2.8 in of rainfall. December and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0 in. That's 2.8 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.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 8km/hFebWind Speed: 8km/hMarWind Speed: 10km/hAprWind Speed: 9km/hMayWind Speed: 11km/hJunWind Speed: 14km/hJulWind Speed: 16km/hAugWind Speed: 15km/hSepWind Speed: 11km/hOctWind Speed: 8km/hNovWind Speed: 7km/hDecWind Speed: 8km/h
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0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 5mphFebWind Speed: 5mphMarWind Speed: 6mphAprWind Speed: 6mphMayWind Speed: 7mphJunWind Speed: 9mphJulWind Speed: 10mphAugWind Speed: 9mphSepWind Speed: 7mphOctWind Speed: 5mphNovWind Speed: 4mphDecWind Speed: 5mph
Wind Speed

Idlib is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 10km/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 16km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 7km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 9km/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 8km/h in winter, 10km/h in spring, 15km/h in summer, 9km/h in autumn.Idlib is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 6mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 10mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 4mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 6mph 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 5mph in winter, 6mph in spring, 9mph in summer, 5mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan9°48°F
Feb10°51°F
Mar14°57°F
Apr19°65°F
May23°73°F
Jun27°80°F
Jul29°85°F
Aug29°85°F
Sep27°80°F
Oct22°71°F
Nov15°59°F
Dec10°51°F

The best time to visit Idlib is during 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 21 mm per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 36°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 Idlib is during April, May, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 67°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.8 in per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 97°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 Idlib 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 Idlib 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
8 km/h5 mph
72 mm2.8 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
5 °C42 °F
16 °C60 °F
8 km/h5 mph
46 mm1.8 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
8 °C47 °F
20 °C67 °F
10 km/h6 mph
49 mm1.9 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
12 °C54 °F
25 °C78 °F
9 km/h6 mph
27 mm1.1 in
0 cm0 in
May
16 °C60 °F
30 °C86 °F
11 km/h7 mph
14 mm0.5 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
20 °C68 °F
34 °C93 °F
14 km/h9 mph
6 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
23 °C74 °F
36 °C97 °F
16 km/h10 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
23 °C74 °F
36 °C97 °F
15 km/h9 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
20 °C69 °F
34 °C93 °F
11 km/h7 mph
4 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
16 °C60 °F
29 °C85 °F
8 km/h5 mph
12 mm0.5 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
10 °C50 °F
22 °C71 °F
7 km/h4 mph
33 mm1.3 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
6 °C43 °F
15 °C60 °F
8 km/h5 mph
62 mm2.4 in
1 cm0 in