Climate Insights for Ar-Raḥaībāt

, Jabal al Gharbi District, Libya

Hottest
July
36°C peak
Coldest
January
6°C low
Wettest
February
25mm rain
Best to Visit
March, April, May
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Ar-Raḥaībāt is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 20°C and approximately 124mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 25mm of rainfall. Ar-Raḥaībāt 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 6°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 15° Average: 10° Min: 6° Feb Max: 17° Average: 12° Min: 7° Mar Max: 21° Average: 15° Min: 10° Apr Max: 26° Average: 20° Min: 14° May Max: 30° Average: 24° Min: 18° Jun Max: 34° Average: 28° Min: 21° Jul Max: 36° Average: 29° Min: 23° Aug Max: 35° Average: 29° Min: 23° Sep Max: 32° Average: 27° Min: 21° Oct Max: 27° Average: 22° Min: 17° Nov Max: 21° Average: 16° Min: 11° Dec Max: 16° Average: 12° Min: 8°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Ar-Raḥaībāt vary considerably across the year, with a 30°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July 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 6°C and an average of 10°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 7mm Feb Precipitation: 25mm Mar Precipitation: 15mm Apr Precipitation: 6mm May Precipitation: 3mm Jun Precipitation: 4mm Jul Precipitation: 1mm Aug Precipitation: 1mm Sep Precipitation: 6mm Oct Precipitation: 18mm Nov Precipitation: 16mm Dec Precipitation: 22mm
Precipitation

Ar-Raḥaībāt is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 124mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 10mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 25mm of rainfall. December and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 1mm. That's 25mm less than February, 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/h 5km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 4km/h Feb Wind Speed: 4km/h Mar Wind Speed: 5km/h Apr Wind Speed: 5km/h May Wind Speed: 4km/h Jun Wind Speed: 4km/h Jul Wind Speed: 4km/h Aug Wind Speed: 3km/h Sep Wind Speed: 4km/h Oct Wind Speed: 4km/h Nov Wind Speed: 4km/h Dec Wind Speed: 4km/h
Wind Speed

Ar-Raḥaībāt is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is April, averaging 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

92 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Ar-Raḥaībāt, which began on June 21, 2026. Ar-Raḥaībāt is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in July at around 36°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 6°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 92 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 10 to 30°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 25mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 21 to 36°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 6mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 11 to 32°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 40mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 6 to 17°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 54mm over the season and a monthly average of 18mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 10°
Feb 12°
Mar 15°
Apr 20°
May 24°
Jun 28°
Jul 29°
Aug 29°
Sep 27°
Oct 22°
Nov 16°
Dec 12°

The best time to visit Ar-Raḥaībāt is during March, April, May, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 12mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 36°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 6°C. 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-Raḥaībāt 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
6 °C
15 °C
4 km/h
7 mm
0 cm
Feb
7 °C
17 °C
4 km/h
25 mm
0 cm
Mar
10 °C
21 °C
5 km/h
15 mm
0 cm
Apr
14 °C
26 °C
5 km/h
6 mm
0 cm
May
18 °C
30 °C
4 km/h
3 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
21 °C
34 °C
4 km/h
4 mm
0 cm
Jul
23 °C
36 °C
4 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Aug
23 °C
35 °C
3 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Sep
21 °C
32 °C
4 km/h
6 mm
0 cm
Oct
17 °C
27 °C
4 km/h
18 mm
0 cm
Nov
11 °C
21 °C
4 km/h
16 mm
0 cm
Dec
8 °C
16 °C
4 km/h
22 mm
0 cm
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