Climate Insights for Ţarţūs

, Tartus Governorate, Syria

Hottest
August
29°C peak
Coldest
January
11°C low
Wettest
December
289mm rain
Best to Visit
April, May, June
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Ţarţūs is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 20°C and approximately 1150mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 289mm of rainfall. Ţarţūs is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, September, July. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 11°C.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 15° Average: 13° Min: 11° Feb Max: 16° Average: 14° Min: 12° Mar Max: 18° Average: 16° Min: 14° Apr Max: 20° Average: 18° Min: 15° May Max: 24° Average: 21° Min: 19° Jun Max: 26° Average: 24° Min: 22° Jul Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 25° Aug Max: 29° Average: 27° Min: 25° Sep Max: 28° Average: 26° Min: 24° Oct Max: 27° Average: 24° Min: 22° Nov Max: 22° Average: 19° Min: 17° Dec Max: 17° Average: 15° Min: 13°
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Average
Min

Ţarţūs sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 11°C to 29°C. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 11°C and an average of 13°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 4°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 273mm Feb Precipitation: 115mm Mar Precipitation: 131mm Apr Precipitation: 74mm May Precipitation: 59mm Jun Precipitation: 19mm Jul Precipitation: 5mm Aug Precipitation: 7mm Sep Precipitation: 11mm Oct Precipitation: 46mm Nov Precipitation: 122mm Dec Precipitation: 289mm
Precipitation

Ţarţūs is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1150mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 96mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 289mm of rainfall. January and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 5mm. That's 283mm less than December, 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: 5km/h Feb Wind Speed: 4km/h Mar Wind Speed: 4km/h Apr Wind Speed: 4km/h May Wind Speed: 4km/h Jun Wind Speed: 4km/h Jul Wind Speed: 4km/h Aug Wind Speed: 4km/h Sep Wind Speed: 3km/h Oct Wind Speed: 3km/h Nov Wind Speed: 4km/h Dec Wind Speed: 5km/h
Wind Speed

Ţarţūs 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 January, averaging 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

93 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Ţarţūs, which began on June 21, 2026. Ţarţūs 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 August at around 29°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 11°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 93 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 14 to 24°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 264mm for the season, averaging 88mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 22 to 29°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 31mm 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 17 to 28°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 179mm for the season, averaging 60mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 11 to 17°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 676mm across the season with a monthly average of 225mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 13°
Feb 14°
Mar 16°
Apr 18°
May 21°
Jun 24°
Jul 27°
Aug 27°
Sep 26°
Oct 24°
Nov 19°
Dec 15°

The best time to visit Ţarţūs is during April, May, June and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 49mm per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 29°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 11°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Ţarţūs 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
11 °C
15 °C
5 km/h
273 mm
0 cm
Feb
12 °C
16 °C
4 km/h
115 mm
0 cm
Mar
14 °C
18 °C
4 km/h
131 mm
0 cm
Apr
15 °C
20 °C
4 km/h
74 mm
0 cm
May
19 °C
24 °C
4 km/h
59 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
22 °C
26 °C
4 km/h
19 mm
0 cm
Jul
25 °C
28 °C
4 km/h
5 mm
0 cm
Aug
25 °C
29 °C
4 km/h
7 mm
0 cm
Sep
24 °C
28 °C
3 km/h
11 mm
0 cm
Oct
22 °C
27 °C
3 km/h
46 mm
0 cm
Nov
17 °C
22 °C
4 km/h
122 mm
0 cm
Dec
13 °C
17 °C
5 km/h
289 mm
0 cm
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