Libya experiences average highs of 27°C (81°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.
Libya Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Tripoli. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Feb–Nov 
Wetter season: Jan–Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Key figures
Climate Score
7.9/10
Best: March, April, May, October, November
UV Index
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Low
Temperature 27°C / 18°C
Feels Like 27°C / 18°C
Rainy Days 3
Rainfall 11 mm
Sunshine 11 h
Humidity 63%
Wind Speed 18 km/h
Dew Point 15°C
Hottest Month
35°C
August
Avg Low25°C
Rain0days
Coldest Month
11°C
January
Avg High18°C
Rain5days
Driest Month
0days
June
Avg High33°C
Avg Low23°C
Windiest Month
21 km/h
April (Gusts 42)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding July, August due to extreme heat, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:10
Daylight 13.8h
Sunset 20:00
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 26°C
Avg Low 16°C
Rain 2 days/mo
3/3 best months
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 34°C
Avg Low 24°C
Rain 0 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 20°C
Rain 3 days/mo
2/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 19°C
Avg Low 12°C
Rain 5 days/mo
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: 18°C / 11°C . Feb: 19°C / 11°C . Mar: 22°C / 13°C . Apr: 25°C / 16°C . May: 29°C / 19°C . Jun: 33°C / 23°C . Jul: 34°C / 24°C . Aug: 35°C / 25°C . Sep: 33°C / 24°C . Oct: 29°C / 20°C . Nov: 25°C / 16°C . Dec: 20°C / 13°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 24 mm. Feb: 11 mm. Mar: 13 mm. Apr: 7 mm. May: 4 mm. Jun: 0 mm. Jul: 0 mm. Aug: 1 mm. Sep: 13 mm. Oct: 12 mm. Nov: 17 mm. Dec: 31 mm.
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 · 35°C |
| Coldest month | Jan 2025 · 11°C | Jan · 11°C |
| Wettest month | Dec 2025 · 26 mm | Dec · 31 mm |
| Windiest month | Mar 2025 · 24 km/h | Apr · 21 km/h |
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 66%. Feb: 66%. Mar: 63%. Apr: 61%. May: 58%. Jun: 57%. Jul: 62%. Aug: 63%. Sep: 65%. Oct: 66%. Nov: 64%. Dec: 66%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 19 km/h . Feb: 18 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: 17 km/h . Oct: 16 km/h . Nov: 16 km/h . Dec: 19 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 9h. Feb: 10h. Mar: 11h. Apr: 12h. May: 12h. Jun: 14h. Jul: 13h. Aug: 13h. Sep: 12h. Oct: 10h. Nov: 10h. Dec: 9h.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Good 
February
Good March best
Excellent April best
Excellent May best
Excellent June
Good July
Fair August
Poor September
Fair October best
Excellent November best
Excellent December
Good | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18°C / 11°C | 16°C / 8°C | 5days (24 mm) Good | 9.2h Good | 66% Muggy | Good | View Details |
| February | 19°C / 11°C | 17°C / 9°C | 3days (11 mm) Excellent | 10h Excellent | 66% Muggy | Good | View Details |
| March best | 22°C / 13°C | 21°C / 11°C | 3days (13 mm) Excellent | 10.8h Excellent | 63% Muggy | Excellent | View Details |
| April best | 25°C / 16°C | 25°C / 14°C | 2days (7 mm) Excellent | 11.5h Excellent | 61% Muggy | Excellent | View Details |
| May best | 29°C / 19°C | 30°C / 19°C | 1days (4 mm) Excellent | 12.4h Excellent | 58% Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
| June | 33°C / 23°C | 35°C / 23°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 13.6h Excellent | 57% Moderate | Good | View Details |
| July | 34°C / 24°C | 38°C / 27°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 13.4h Excellent | 62% Muggy | Fair | View Details |
| August | 35°C / 25°C | 39°C / 28°C | 0days (1 mm) Excellent | 12.5h Excellent | 63% Muggy | Poor | View Details |
| September | 33°C / 24°C | 36°C / 26°C | 3days (13 mm) Excellent | 11.7h Excellent | 65% Muggy | Fair | View Details |
| October best | 29°C / 20°C | 30°C / 21°C | 3days (12 mm) Excellent | 10.1h Excellent | 66% Muggy | Excellent | View Details |
| November best | 25°C / 16°C | 24°C / 15°C | 3days (17 mm) Excellent | 9.6h Good | 64% Muggy | Excellent | View Details |
| December | 20°C / 13°C | 18°C / 10°C | 7days (31 mm) Good | 9.1h Good | 66% Muggy | Good | View Details |
Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Libya are March, 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 Libya is August, with average daytime highs of 35°C (94°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Libya 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 Libya is December, averaging 31mm of precipitation across 7 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
Libya receives approximately 134 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is June with around 14 hours. Based on climate data for Tripoli.
The least favorable months to visit Libya are July, August, primarily due to extreme heat, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider March, April, May, October, November instead.
Average humidity in Libya is 63%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Average wind speeds in Libya are 18 km/h (11 mph). The windiest month is April with peak winds reaching 21 km/h (13 mph) (gusts up to 42 km/h / 26 mph).
Libya averages 16 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 25%. The clearest skies occur in July.
The annual average dew point in Libya is 15°C (59°F), which feels pleasant with low humidity. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Libya 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 Libya ranges from 18°C (64°F) to 27°C (81°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
Yes, May is a great time to visit Libya. It earns a climate score of 9.8/10 with Excellent.
For May in Libya, pack Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses, Sandals. With average highs of 29°C (84°F) and 1 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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