May weather forecast
Lebanon

May in Lebanon sees the spring season giving way to early summer, with temperatures continuing to climb and rainfall dwindling.

In coastal cities such as Sidon and Tyre, average temperatures in May range from 18°C (64.4°F) to 24°C (75.2°F). Rainfall is rare, typically marking May as the start of the dry season. This warm and dry climate makes it an excellent time for beach visits and coastal exploration.

Mountainous areas, including towns like Jezzine and Aley, witness significant warmth, with temperatures varying between 10°C (50°F) and 20°C (68°F). With the last vestiges of winter long gone, these regions are alive with greenery and wildflowers, offering breathtaking views and favourable conditions for outdoor activities.

Meanwhile, the Bekaa Valley experiences temperatures between 15°C (59°F) and 25°C (77°F). The dry and warm conditions are ideal for the growth of various crops, and the valley is a hive of agricultural activity during this period.

Compared to April, May records higher temperatures and significantly less rainfall, marking a clear departure from spring and the onset of summer conditions. As May transitions into June, the heat intensifies across all regions, and the likelihood of rainfall continues to decrease. This period marks the beginning of the hot, dry summer that characterizes Lebanon's Mediterranean climate.

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• Beirut - May »
  In Beirut during the entire year, the rain falls for 68 days and collects up to 826mm (32.52") of precipitation. Come May, locals and tourists alike enjoy a fresh breathing space as Beirut welcomes the warmth of summer with relief from rainfall, which drastically contracts to 15mm (0.59").
• Tripoli - May »
  On the first day of May in Tripoli, Lebanon, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 19:21. May portrays the first signs of summer in Tripoli, with the average temperature spiking at 25°C (77°F).
• Tyre - May »
  On the first day of May in Tyre sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 19:21. In Tyre in May, it is raining for 2 days, with typically 7mm (0.28") of accumulated precipitation.
• Byblos - May »
  In Byblos in May, the average water temperature is 21.4°C (70.5°F). In Byblos in May, the average water temperature is 21.4°C (70.5°F).
• Zahle - May »
  In Zahle snow does not fall in April through November. In Zahle snow does not fall in April through November.
• Baalbek - May »
  In Baalbek during the entire year, the rain falls for 77 days and collects up to 638mm (25.12") of precipitation. In Baalbek, Lebanon, during May, the rain falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 17mm (0.67") of precipitation.
• Jounieh - May »
  In Jounieh, Lebanon, in May, the average water temperature is 21.6°C (70.9°F). On the first day of May in Jounieh, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 19:21.
• Batroun - May »
  On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:26 and sunset at 19:43 EEST. The temperature of the sea takes a significant leap to 21.4°C (70.5°F), indicating the oncoming summer season.
• Bcharre - May »
  The pleasant temperatures combined with bright, long days make May a popular month to visit Bcharre. May in Bcharre, Lebanon, indicates a change in the average high-temperature, moving up from a cool 11°C (51.8°F) in April to an enjoyable 16°C (60.8°F).