Benghazi, Libya experiences average highs of 25°C (77°F) and lows of 17°C (63°F) throughout the year. The climate is relatively dry, with only 2 rainy days per month on average. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 11 hours per day. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Benghazi, Libya Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Benghazi, Libya. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Apr–Oct 
Wetter season: Jan–Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
8.5/10
Best: May, September, October
UV Index
6
High
Temperature 25°C / 17°C
Feels Like 24°C / 16°C
Rainy Days 2
Rainfall 13 mm
Sunshine 11 h
Humidity 65%
Wind Speed 25 km/h
Dew Point 14°C
Hottest Month
32°C
August
Avg Low24°C
Rain0days
Coldest Month
11°C
February
Avg High18°C
Rain4days
Driest Month
0days
May
Avg High28°C
Avg Low18°C
Windiest Month
28 km/h
April (Gusts 42)
Sea Temperature
17°C – 28°C
Warmest water: August (
28.1°C
)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding January, July, August, December due to less favorable weather conditions.
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:34
Daylight 14.2h
Sunset 19:49
Live conditions—
Benghazi on the map · live conditions
Benghazi, Libya
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- Libya
- City
- Benghazi
- Population
- 757.5K
- Coordinates
- 32.11°, 20.07°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 24°C
Avg Low 15°C
Rain 1 days/mo
1/3 best months
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 31°C
Avg Low 23°C
Rain 0 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 27°C
Avg Low 19°C
Rain 2 days/mo
2/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 18°C
Avg Low 12°C
Rain 6 days/mo
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 17°C / 11°C . Feb: 18°C / 11°C . Mar: 20°C / 12°C . Apr: 25°C / 15°C . May: 28°C / 18°C . Jun: 30°C / 21°C . Jul: 31°C / 24°C . Aug: 32°C / 24°C . Sep: 30°C / 22°C . Oct: 27°C / 20°C . Nov: 23°C / 16°C . Dec: 19°C / 13°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 45 mm. Feb: 18 mm. Mar: 10 mm. Apr: 3 mm. May: 2 mm. Jun: 1 mm. Jul: 0 mm. Aug: 1 mm. Sep: 9 mm. Oct: 7 mm. Nov: 14 mm. Dec: 44 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 69%. Feb: 66%. Mar: 62%. Apr: 56%. May: 56%. Jun: 63%. Jul: 70%. Aug: 69%. Sep: 66%. Oct: 64%. Nov: 67%. Dec: 70%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 27 km/h . Feb: 26 km/h . Mar: 27 km/h . Apr: 28 km/h . May: 25 km/h . Jun: 24 km/h . Jul: 26 km/h . Aug: 25 km/h . Sep: 24 km/h . Oct: 23 km/h . Nov: 24 km/h . Dec: 25 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 9h. Feb: 10h. Mar: 11h. Apr: 12h. May: 12h. Jun: 13h. Jul: 13h. Aug: 12h. Sep: 11h. Oct: 10h. Nov: 9h. Dec: 9h.
Sea Temperature
Sea Temperatureswim
Line chart showing monthly sea temperature. Jan: 18°C . Feb: 17°C . Mar: 18°C . Apr: 19°C . May: 21°C . Jun: 24°C . Jul: 27°C . Aug: 28°C . Sep: 27°C . Oct: 25°C . Nov: 22°C . Dec: 20°C .
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 4. Feb: UV 5. Mar: UV 6. Apr: UV 7. May: UV 8. Jun: UV 8. Jul: UV 8. Aug: UV 8. Sep: UV 7. Oct: UV 6. Nov: UV 4. Dec: UV 4.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall has remained broadly steady.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Jul 2025 · 31°C | Aug · 32°C |
| Coldest month | Feb 2025 · 11°C | Feb · 11°C |
| Wettest month | Dec 2025 · 55 mm | Jan · 45 mm |
| Windiest month | Mar 2025 · 28 km/h | Apr · 28 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Good 
February
Good March
Good April
Excellent May best
Excellent June
Excellent July
Good August
Good September best
Excellent October best
Excellent November
Excellent December
Good | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17°C / 11°C | 13°C / 8°C | 7days (45 mm) Good | 9h Good | 69% Muggy | 3.8 Moderate | Good | View Details |
| February | 18°C / 11°C | 15°C / 8°C | 4days (18 mm) Good | 9.5h Good | 66% Muggy | 4.9 Moderate | Good | View Details |
| March | 20°C / 12°C | 18°C / 9°C | 3days (10 mm) Excellent | 10.6h Excellent | 62% Muggy | 6.4 High | Good | View Details |
| April | 25°C / 15°C | 23°C / 12°C | 1days (3 mm) Excellent | 11.5h Excellent | 56% Moderate | 7.4 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| May best | 28°C / 18°C | 27°C / 17°C | 0days (2 mm) Excellent | 12.3h Excellent | 56% Moderate | 7.7 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| June | 30°C / 21°C | 31°C / 22°C | 0days (1 mm) Excellent | 12.9h Excellent | 63% Muggy | 8.2 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| July | 31°C / 24°C | 33°C / 26°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 12.8h Excellent | 70% Muggy | 8.2 Very High | Good | View Details |
| August | 32°C / 24°C | 34°C / 27°C | 0days (1 mm) Excellent | 12.2h Excellent | 69% Muggy | 7.9 Very High | Good | View Details |
| September best | 30°C / 22°C | 31°C / 24°C | 1days (9 mm) Excellent | 11.1h Excellent | 66% Muggy | 7 High | Excellent | View Details |
| October best | 27°C / 20°C | 27°C / 19°C | 1days (7 mm) Excellent | 10.2h Excellent | 64% Muggy | 5.7 High | Excellent | View Details |
| November | 23°C / 16°C | 21°C / 15°C | 3days (14 mm) Excellent | 9h Good | 67% Muggy | 4.2 Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
| December | 19°C / 13°C | 16°C / 10°C | 7days (44 mm) Good | 8.5h Good | 70% Muggy | 3.5 Moderate | Good | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Benghazi are May, September, October, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Benghazi, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Benghazi is August, with average daytime highs of 32°C (89°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Benghazi is February, with average overnight lows of 11°C (52°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Benghazi is January, averaging 45mm of precipitation across 7 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
Benghazi receives approximately 130 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is June with around 13 hours. Based on climate data for Benghazi.
The least favorable months to visit Benghazi are January, July, August, December, primarily due to less favorable weather conditions. For the best conditions, consider May, September, October instead.
The annual average UV index in Benghazi is 6, classified as high. Standard sun protection (sunscreen, hat) is recommended during prolonged outdoor exposure.
Average humidity in Benghazi is 65%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Yes — sea temperatures in June, July, August, September, October, November average 25°C (77°F), which is warm and comfortable for swimming and water activities.
Average wind speeds in Benghazi are 25 km/h (16 mph). The windiest month is April with peak winds reaching 28 km/h (17 mph) (gusts up to 42 km/h / 26 mph).
Benghazi averages 16 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 25%. The clearest skies occur in August.
The annual average dew point in Benghazi is 14°C (57°F), which feels pleasant with low humidity. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Benghazi has a Hot Desert climate, classified as BWh under the Köppen system. Arid climates have very low rainfall relative to temperature, with large swings between daytime heat and cool nights.
The 'feels like' temperature in Benghazi ranges from 16°C (61°F) to 24°C (75°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
Yes, June is a great time to visit Benghazi. It earns a climate score of 8.9/10 with Excellent.
For June in Benghazi, pack Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses, Sandals. With average highs of 30°C (86°F) and 0 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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