Tripoli, Libya experiences average highs of 25°C (77°F) and lows of 18°C (64°F) throughout the year. The climate is relatively dry, with only 3 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.
Tripoli, Libya Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Tripoli, Libya. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Mar–Nov 
Wetter season: Jan–Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
8.4/10
Best: April, May, October, November
UV Index
6
High
Temperature 25°C / 18°C
Feels Like 25°C / 17°C
Rainy Days 3
Rainfall 13 mm
Sunshine 11 h
Humidity 63%
Wind Speed 19 km/h
Dew Point 14°C
Hottest Month
32°C
August
Avg Low24°C
Rain1days
Coldest Month
11°C
January
Avg High17°C
Rain5days
Driest Month
0days
June
Avg High30°C
Avg Low22°C
Windiest Month
21 km/h
April (Gusts 42)
Sea Temperature
17°C – 28°C
Warmest water: August (
27.9°C
)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding July, August due to extreme heat.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:00
Daylight 14.3h
Sunset 20:18
Live conditions—
Tripoli on the map · live conditions
Tripoli, Libya
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- Libya
- City
- Tripoli
- Population
- 1.3M
- Coordinates
- 32.89°, 13.19°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 24°C
Avg Low 15°C
Rain 2 days/mo
2/3 best months
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 32°C
Avg Low 23°C
Rain 0 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 27°C
Avg Low 20°C
Rain 3 days/mo
2/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 18°C
Avg Low 12°C
Rain 5 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: 21°C / 13°C . Apr: 23°C / 15°C . May: 27°C / 18°C . Jun: 30°C / 22°C . Jul: 32°C / 23°C . Aug: 32°C / 24°C . Sep: 31°C / 24°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: 25 mm. Feb: 20 mm. Mar: 14 mm. Apr: 9 mm. May: 3 mm. Jun: 1 mm. Jul: 0 mm. Aug: 1 mm. Sep: 11 mm. Oct: 17 mm. Nov: 14 mm. Dec: 35 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 63%. Feb: 64%. Mar: 62%. Apr: 62%. May: 61%. Jun: 60%. Jul: 63%. Aug: 65%. Sep: 65%. Oct: 65%. Nov: 61%. Dec: 65%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 20 km/h . Feb: 19 km/h . Mar: 21 km/h . Apr: 21 km/h . May: 20 km/h . Jun: 19 km/h . Jul: 17 km/h . Aug: 17 km/h . Sep: 18 km/h . Oct: 17 km/h . Nov: 17 km/h . Dec: 19 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 9h. Feb: 9h. Mar: 11h. Apr: 11h. May: 12h. Jun: 13h. Jul: 13h. Aug: 12h. Sep: 11h. Oct: 10h. Nov: 9h. Dec: 8h.
Sea Temperature
Sea Temperatureswim
Line chart showing monthly sea temperature. Jan: 18°C . Feb: 17°C . Mar: 18°C . Apr: 18°C . May: 20°C . Jun: 23°C . Jul: 27°C . Aug: 28°C . Sep: 28°C . Oct: 26°C . Nov: 23°C . Dec: 20°C .
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 4. Feb: UV 5. Mar: UV 7. Apr: UV 7. May: UV 8. Jun: UV 8. Jul: UV 9. Aug: UV 8. Sep: UV 7. Oct: UV 6. Nov: UV 4. Dec: UV 3.
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 · 33°C | Aug · 32°C |
| Coldest month | Jan 2025 · 11°C | Jan · 11°C |
| Wettest month | Dec 2025 · 26 mm | Dec · 35 mm |
| Windiest month | Mar 2025 · 24 km/h | Apr · 21 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Good 
February
Good March
Good April best
Excellent May best
Excellent June
Excellent July
Good August
Good September
Good October best
Excellent November best
Excellent December
Good | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17°C / 11°C | 14°C / 8°C | 5days (25 mm) Good | 8.8h Good | 63% Muggy | 3.9 Moderate | Good | View Details |
| February | 18°C / 11°C | 16°C / 9°C | 4days (20 mm) Good | 9.4h Good | 64% Muggy | 4.9 Moderate | Good | View Details |
| March | 21°C / 13°C | 19°C / 11°C | 3days (14 mm) Excellent | 10.5h Excellent | 62% Muggy | 6.5 High | Good | View Details |
| April best | 23°C / 15°C | 23°C / 14°C | 2days (9 mm) Excellent | 11.4h Excellent | 62% Muggy | 7.4 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| May best | 27°C / 18°C | 27°C / 18°C | 1days (3 mm) Excellent | 11.8h Excellent | 61% Muggy | 8 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| June | 30°C / 22°C | 32°C / 23°C | 0days (1 mm) Excellent | 12.8h Excellent | 60% Moderate | 8.4 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| July | 32°C / 23°C | 35°C / 26°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 12.9h Excellent | 63% Muggy | 8.5 Very High | Good | View Details |
| August | 32°C / 24°C | 36°C / 27°C | 1days (1 mm) Excellent | 12.1h Excellent | 65% Muggy | 8.1 Very High | Good | View Details |
| September | 31°C / 24°C | 34°C / 26°C | 3days (11 mm) Excellent | 11.2h Excellent | 65% Muggy | 7.1 Very High | Good | View Details |
| October best | 27°C / 20°C | 28°C / 21°C | 4days (17 mm) Good | 9.7h Good | 65% Muggy | 5.8 High | Excellent | View Details |
| November best | 23°C / 16°C | 22°C / 15°C | 3days (14 mm) Excellent | 9.1h Good | 61% Muggy | 4.3 Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
| December | 19°C / 13°C | 16°C / 11°C | 6days (35 mm) Good | 8.3h Good | 65% Muggy | 3.4 Moderate | Good | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Tripoli are April, May, October, November, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Tripoli, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Tripoli is August, with average daytime highs of 32°C (90°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Tripoli is January, with average overnight lows of 11°C (52°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Tripoli is December, averaging 35mm of precipitation across 6 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
Tripoli receives approximately 128 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is July with around 13 hours. Based on climate data for Tripoli.
The least favorable months to visit Tripoli are July, August, primarily due to extreme heat. For the best conditions, consider April, May, October, November instead.
The annual average UV index in Tripoli is 6, classified as high. Standard sun protection (sunscreen, hat) is recommended during prolonged outdoor exposure.
Average humidity in Tripoli is 63%, 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 26°C (79°F), which is warm and comfortable for swimming and water activities.
Average wind speeds in Tripoli are 19 km/h (12 mph). The windiest month is April with peak winds reaching 21 km/h (13 mph) (gusts up to 42 km/h / 26 mph).
Tripoli averages 15 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 26%. The clearest skies occur in July.
The annual average dew point in Tripoli is 14°C (57°F), which feels pleasant with low humidity. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Tripoli 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 Tripoli ranges from 17°C (63°F) to 25°C (77°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 Tripoli. It earns a climate score of 8.9/10 with Excellent.
For June in Tripoli, 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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