Climate Overview
The climate in Damascus is temperate. The average annual temperature is 10°C and approximately 1870mm of precipitation falls per year. October is the wettest month, receiving around 360mm of rainfall. Damascus 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 December, January, March, when temperatures can drop to -3°C. Damascus experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Damascus vary considerably across the year, with a 31°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 19°C. The coldest month is December, when overnight lows fall to -3°C and the daily average is 0°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between November and December, with a 8°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Damascus is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1870mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 156mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 360mm of rainfall. March and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 7mm. That's 353mm less than October, 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. Damascus receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 239cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 120cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Damascus is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 3km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 2km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
52 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in Damascus, which began on June 21, 2026. Damascus 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 28°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in December near -3°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 52 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 3 to 19°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 416mm across the season with a monthly average of 139mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 9 to 28°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 107mm over the season and a monthly average of 36mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 5 to 21°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 650mm across the season with a monthly average of 217mm. Expect around 20cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -3 to 11°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 697mm across the season with a monthly average of 232mm. Expect around 169cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Damascus is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 36mm per month. By contrast, December can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -3°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 Damascus 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.
