The month in detail
What to expect in January
In January, Beirut sees 17°C during the day with 4.2h of sunshine per day. Expect rain on 31% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.
January ranks 12 out of 12 months in Beirut. Compared to December: −2°C daytime, −0.5h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in January
UV index
3 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
dry air
7°
Sea
21°C
cool, invigorating
Daylight
10.0h of daylight
Air quality
fair
AQI 40
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Is January the right month?
The best month in Beirut is June (9.7/10), 5.3 pts higher than January.
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Plan your trip
Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach holiday.
Country · Lebanon
🗣️LanguageArabic
💶CurrencyLivre libanaise (ل.ل)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘAt risk · 4/5
💰Cost of living ⓘCheap · 2/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘ+1.31°C/decade
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 31°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 17°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJanuary · 31%
🏖️ Beach holiday
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
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Other destinations in January
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Location
Where is Beirut ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
LebanonTemperate oceanic climate with a 9.7 → 4.4 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
33.89°N · 35.50°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Beirut?
June is the best month with 28.0°C highs, 22.0°C lows, 11.6h of sunshine and 5.0% rainy days. The months of June & May offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Beirut get in June?
Beirut averages 11.6 sunshine hours per day in June. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 9.7/10.
What is the rainiest month in Beirut?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Beirut in June?
In June, overnight lows reach 22.0°C, while afternoon highs average 28.0°C.
Is Beirut good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Beirut scores 5.2/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains June with a score of 9.7/10.
When should you avoid Beirut?
January is the most difficult month to visit Beirut, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Beirut in January?
In January, the sea averages 21°C in Beirut: cool, invigorating. Swimming is possible but brisk; sensitive swimmers may prefer a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Beirut in January?
The average UV index reaches 3 in January in Beirut (moderate), with about 10.0h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.