Backpacking Potential
Excellent
Based on optimal climate
Seasonality
May, October, April
January, February, August, December
Weather
Avg Temp Range
Precipitation
Generally dry
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🎒 Planning a backpacking trip to Beirut?
The best time to visit Beirut for backpacking is May, October, April, when you’ll get the best balance between weather, crowds, and costs.
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Climate Heatmap
See at a glance which months offer the best backpacking conditions — based on temperature, rainfall and climate scores.
These months are especially popular among backpackers in Beirut due to better weather and lower costs.
→ See where to stay in BeirutBackpacking conditions breakdown
Monthly weather & climate data for Beirut
| Month | Climate Score | Predictability | Avg Temp | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 34Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 7° | 159 |
February | 39Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 8° | 124 |
March | 65Suboptimal Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 11° | 78 |
April | 96Excellent Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 14° | 36 |
May | 100Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 18° | 13 |
June | 91Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 22° | 1 |
July | 80Excellent Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 24° | 0 |
August | 80Excellent Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 24° | 0 |
September | 85Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 22° | 1 |
October | 97Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 19° | 30 |
November | 86Excellent Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 13° | 69 |
December | 45Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 9° | 134 |
Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).
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