Ghadames, Libya experiences average highs of 30°C (86°F) and lows of 16°C (61°F) throughout the year. The climate is relatively dry, with only 0 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.
Ghadames, Libya Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Ghadames, Libya. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Oct 
Wetter season: Feb–Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
7.6/10
Best: April, May, October
UV Index
7
High
Temperature 30°C / 16°C
Feels Like 27°C / 13°C
Rainy Days 0
Rainfall 2 mm
Sunshine 11 h
Humidity 33%
Wind Speed 22 km/h
Dew Point 5°C
Frost Days 3 days
Hottest Month
41°C
July
Avg Low26°C
Rain0days
Coldest Month
4°C
January
Avg High17°C
Rain0days
Driest Month
0days
January
Avg High17°C
Avg Low4°C
Windiest Month
27 km/h
May (Gusts 42)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding January, July, August, December due to less favorable weather conditions.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:22
Daylight 14.1h
Sunset 20:26
Live conditions—
Ghadames on the map · live conditions
Ghadames, Libya
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- Libya
- City
- Ghadames
- Population
- 12.1K
- Coordinates
- 30.13°, 9.50°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 30°C
Avg Low 16°C
Rain 0 days/mo
2/3 best months
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 40°C
Avg Low 25°C
Rain 0 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 30°C
Avg Low 17°C
Rain 0 days/mo
1/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 18°C
Avg Low 6°C
Rain 1 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 / 4°C . Feb: 20°C / 7°C . Mar: 25°C / 11°C . Apr: 31°C / 16°C . May: 35°C / 21°C . Jun: 39°C / 25°C . Jul: 41°C / 26°C . Aug: 40°C / 26°C . Sep: 37°C / 24°C . Oct: 31°C / 18°C . Nov: 23°C / 11°C . Dec: 18°C / 6°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 1 mm. Feb: 2 mm. Mar: 4 mm. Apr: 1 mm. May: 0 mm. Jun: 1 mm. Jul: 0 mm. Aug: 0 mm. Sep: 1 mm. Oct: 2 mm. Nov: 4 mm. Dec: 10 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 48%. Feb: 40%. Mar: 32%. Apr: 26%. May: 22%. Jun: 21%. Jul: 19%. Aug: 23%. Sep: 28%. Oct: 37%. Nov: 45%. Dec: 56%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 18 km/h . Feb: 22 km/h . Mar: 24 km/h . Apr: 26 km/h . May: 27 km/h . Jun: 25 km/h . Jul: 23 km/h . Aug: 22 km/h . Sep: 22 km/h . Oct: 21 km/h . Nov: 18 km/h . Dec: 19 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 9h. Feb: 10h. Mar: 11h. Apr: 11h. May: 12h. Jun: 13h. Jul: 13h. Aug: 12h. Sep: 11h. Oct: 10h. Nov: 9h. Dec: 9h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 4. Feb: UV 5. Mar: UV 7. Apr: UV 8. May: UV 8. Jun: UV 8. Jul: UV 8. Aug: UV 8. Sep: UV 7. Oct: UV 6. Nov: UV 5. 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 · 41°C | Jul · 41°C |
| Coldest month | Jan 2025 · 5°C | Jan · 4°C |
| Wettest month | Dec 2025 · 26 mm | Dec · 10 mm |
| Windiest month | Mar 2025 · 28 km/h | May · 27 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Fair 
February
Fair March
Excellent April best
Excellent May best
Excellent June
Good July
Fair August
Fair September
Good October best
Excellent November
Good December
Fair | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17°C / 4°C | 13°C / 0°C | 0days (1 mm) Excellent | 9.1h Good | 48% Moderate | 4.4 Moderate | Fair | View Details |
| February | 20°C / 7°C | 16°C / 3°C | 1days (2 mm) Excellent | 9.7h Good | 40% Comfortable | 5.4 High | Fair | View Details |
| March | 25°C / 11°C | 21°C / 7°C | 1days (4 mm) Excellent | 10.6h Excellent | 32% Comfortable | 6.8 High | Excellent | View Details |
| April best | 31°C / 16°C | 28°C / 12°C | 0days (1 mm) Excellent | 11.4h Excellent | 26% Comfortable | 7.5 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| May best | 35°C / 21°C | 32°C / 17°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 12h Excellent | 22% Comfortable | 7.9 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| June | 39°C / 25°C | 37°C / 22°C | 0days (1 mm) Excellent | 12.8h Excellent | 21% Comfortable | 8.2 Very High | Good | View Details |
| July | 41°C / 26°C | 39°C / 23°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 12.9h Excellent | 19% Comfortable | 8.3 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| August | 40°C / 26°C | 38°C / 23°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 12.2h Excellent | 23% Comfortable | 8 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| September | 37°C / 24°C | 36°C / 22°C | 0days (1 mm) Excellent | 11.1h Excellent | 28% Comfortable | 7.2 Very High | Good | View Details |
| October best | 31°C / 18°C | 28°C / 15°C | 0days (2 mm) Excellent | 10.1h Excellent | 37% Comfortable | 6 High | Excellent | View Details |
| November | 23°C / 11°C | 20°C / 7°C | 1days (4 mm) Excellent | 9.3h Good | 45% Moderate | 4.7 Moderate | Good | View Details |
| December | 18°C / 6°C | 14°C / 3°C | 2days (10 mm) Excellent | 8.6h Good | 56% Moderate | 4 Moderate | Fair | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Ghadames are April, May, October, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Ghadames, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Ghadames is July, with average daytime highs of 41°C (105°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Ghadames is January, with average overnight lows of 4°C (40°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Ghadames is December, averaging 10mm of precipitation across 2 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
Ghadames receives approximately 130 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is July with around 13 hours. Based on climate data for Ghadames.
The least favorable months to visit Ghadames are January, July, August, December, primarily due to less favorable weather conditions. For the best conditions, consider April, May, October instead.
The annual average UV index in Ghadames is 7, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Ghadames is 33%, classified as dry. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Ghadames rarely sees significant snowfall but does experience frost, averaging 3 frost days during the colder months.
Average wind speeds in Ghadames are 22 km/h (14 mph). The windiest month is May with peak winds reaching 27 km/h (17 mph) (gusts up to 42 km/h / 26 mph).
Ghadames averages 21 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 19%. The clearest skies occur in July.
The annual average dew point in Ghadames is 5°C (41°F), which feels dry and comfortable. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Ghadames 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 Ghadames ranges from 13°C (55°F) to 27°C (81°F) on average. Wind chill makes winters feel noticeably colder than the actual temperature — layered clothing is recommended.
Yes, June is a great time to visit Ghadames. It earns a climate score of 6.7/10 with Good.
For June in Ghadames, pack Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses, Sandals. With average highs of 39°C (103°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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