Climate Insights for Idlib
Idleb Subdistrict, Idleb Governorate, Syria
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
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
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
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
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.