Climate and monthly weather forecastAin Dara, Lebanon
Climate and monthly weather forecast
The climate of Ain Dara
Geographically situated in Lebanon, Ain Dara boasts a Mediterranean climate, distinctly noted by its hot summers intertwined with relatively mild winters, framed within the Köppen climate classification as Csa. A comprehensive evaluation of the climatic parameters reveals marked seasonal fluctuations throughout the year, adding dynamism to Ain Dara's overall weather conditions.From assessing the temperature data, a visible pattern emerges. The lower winter temperatures come around at 4.9°C (40.8°F) in January while the higher summer temperatures escalate to a magnitude of 28.7°C (83.7°F) in August. The relative humidity fluctuates modestly from a low of 55% during May to June, marginally increasing to 72% in January.
The phenomena of rainfall follow a conventional pattern, with wet and dry spells. The highest amount of rainfall registers at 107mm (4.21") in January, with 13.3 rainy days, dwindling down to no rainfall in July, marching towards a rise again. The occurrence of snowfall follows a similar pattern: the month of January witnesses a snowfall of 328mm (12.91") over 3.8 days, reducing to no snowfall from May all the way to November, and increasing to 100mm (3.94") in December.
Surprisingly robust daylight hours range from a low of 10.2 hours during January to a longer 14.4 hours during June. Sunshine hours peak during the summer months from June to August, maintaining a high of 12.2 to 12.3 hours. The UV index also surges during the summer months, peaking at a value of 7 from July to August.
The best time to visit Ain Dara
Taking into account the various weather parameters, the optimal period for visiting Ain Dara would be from late spring to early summer - particularly from May to June. During this time, visitors can enjoy pleasant temperatures, ranging from 14.2°C (57.6°F) to 17.4°C (63.3°F) and maximum temperatures running from 22.5°C (72.5°F) to 25.9°C (78.6°F). Additionally, this period has a relatively low rainfall of 15mm (0.59") to 3mm (0.12") over 6.2 to 2.1 days. The highest daylight hours occur in June with 14.4 hours while sunshine hours tally between 12 hours and 12.2 hours during this period. It is essential to note that the UV index starts to rise, teetering at a value of 6 during June.The worst time to visit Ain Dara
Considering the lower temperatures coupled with high rainfall and snowfall, the least exciting period to visit Ain Dara would be during winter, mainly in January. This month presents temperatures as low as 4.9°C (40.8°F) and a high of only 10.4°C (50.7°F). Furthermore, rainfall shoots up to 107mm (4.21") with 13.3 days of rainfall. Even more challenging, snowfall sums up to a height of 328mm (12.91") over 3.8 days. However, sunlight is the scarcest during this period, with daylight registering only 10.2 hours, and sunshine hours dropping to 6.3 hours.Spring weather in Ain Dara
Ranging from the cold grasp of winter, Ain Dara warms up graciously in spring. Temperatures bounce back swiftly from March's low of 7.3°C (45.1°F) to 14.2°C (57.6°F) in May with highs shifting from 14.6°C (58.3°F) to 22.5°C (72.5°F). Rainfall wanes steadily during this period, falling from 54mm (2.13") in March to 15mm (0.59") in May. Simultaneously, the number of rainfall days reduces from 12.3 days to 6.2 days. Meanwhile, daylight hours inflate to 13.9 hours and sunshine hours peaking at 12 hours in May. Furthermore, the UV index begins to uptick, starting at 4 and culminating at 6 by May's end.Summer weather in Ain Dara
Summer in Ain Dara exhibits an almost dry spell, accompanied by warm temperatures and an abundance of sunlight. The lower temperature settles around 17.4°C (63.3°F) in June and ascends to 19.3°C (66.7°F) in August. Simultaneously, the higher temperatures climb from 25.9°C (78.6°F) to 28.7°C (83.7°F). Rainfall volume reduces to a mere 1mm (0.04") during August over 0.6 days; no rainfall takes place during July. The summer days culminate to maximum daylight of 14.4 hours in June and 14.1 hours in August. Sunshine hours bespeak sunny days ranging from 12.2 hours to 12.3 hours. The UV index remains persistently high during this period, staying at a score of 7 in both July and August.Autumn weather in Ain Dara
Autumn sees a gentle decline in temperatures, with the drop in October's lows down to 15.6°C (60.1°F) and November recording 11.3°C (52.3°F). The higher temperatures decrease from 26.2°C (79.2°F) recorded in September to 17.7°C (63.9°F) in November. Rainfall begins to trickle in, from 6mm (0.24") in September to 27mm (1.06") in November over 3.4 to 8.9 days. Daylight hours shrink to 10.4 hours, while average sunshine hours drop to 7.5 hours at the end of November. The UV index also eases, falling from a score of 6 in September to 4 in November.Winter weather in Ain Dara
Winter at Ain Dara showcases lower temperatures, significant rainfall, and occasional snowfall. The lower temperatures drop steadily from 11.3°C (52.3°F) in November to a chilly 4.9°C (40.8°F) in January. Simultaneously, the higher temperatures shift downward from 17.7°C (63.9°F) in November to only 10.4°C (50.7°F) in January. Rainfall levels peak at a voluminous 107mm (4.21") over 13.3 days in January. Meanwhile, snowfall marks its presence with 328mm (12.91") in January and 100mm (3.94") in December within 3.8 and 1.5 days, respectively. Daylight hours are at their shortest, recording 9.9 hours in December, and sunshine hours drop to a yearly low of 6.5 hours in December and January.Weather in January
The weather in Ain Dara, Lebanon starts off the year with the coldest lower temperatures, resting at 4.9°C (40.8°F). As one moves from the frosty December, January turns out to be slightly less frigid with shorter daylight hours dropping to 10.2. Weather in January »Weather in February
An upward fluctuation in temperature, ranging from 5.8°C (42.4°F) to 12°C (53.6°F), gives February a marginally milder climate compared to its predecessor, January. The February forecast reveals a decrease in both rain and snow compared to the previous month with the city experiencing less rainy days as well. Weather in February »Weather in March
The advent of spring starts to warm up the temperatures in March with the highest average reaching 14.6°C (58.3°F), setting a notably warmer trend for the upcoming months. The decreased rainfall and virtually absent snow from February to March introduces a drier phase in Ain Dara’s weather schedule. Weather in March »Weather in April
April sees a surge in the temperatures with the highest reading moving up to 18.2°C (64.8°F), which is a significant change from March. This is accompanied by a decline in rainfall from 54mm (2.13") in March to a mere 23mm (0.91") in April, marking the transition to a drier season. Weather in April »Weather in May
In May, Ain Dara basks under the escalating sunshine as summer approaches. The temperatures climb to an average low and high of 14.2°C (57.6°F) and 22.5°C (72.5°F) respectively, making it noticeable warmer than its predecessor, April. Weather in May »Weather in June
June greets Ain Dara with significantly warmer temperatures which hover around 25.9°C (78.6°F) at the highest. This is a considerable increase compared to May and the minimal rainfall of 3mm (0.12") for the month marks the onset of the dry summer season. Weather in June »Weather in July
The zenith of summer in Ain Dara arrives in July with the mercury soaring to its peak at 28.2°C (82.8°F) on average. Just as in June, the city experiences almost no rainfall, making July the driest month of the year. The city receives the highest UV index reading of 7, urging the necessity for sun-protective measures in this period. Weather in July »Weather in August
August presents itself with highs matching July’s maximum temperature of 28.7°C (83.7°F), continuing the summer heat. Maintaining the dry spell, rainfall is nearly absent with a minimal measurement of 1mm (0.04"), carrying forth the drought-like conditions of the previous month. Weather in August »Weather in September
In September, temperatures begin to descend with the highest average cooling down to a lower 26.2°C (79.2°F), marking the genesis of autumn. With 6mm (0.24") of rain recorded during this month, it becomes evident that the dry spell is ending and Ain Dara starts its transition towards a wetter season. Weather in September »Weather in October
October brings with it an observable drop in temperature with the highest average resting at 22.7°C (72.9°F). There is a significant increase in rainfall amounting to 49mm (1.93"), which contributes to the changes in the climate following the dry months of summer. Weather in October »Weather in November
November in Ain Dara sees a substantial fall in average temperatures, dropping down to a higher average of 17.7°C (63.9°F). The rainfall increases slightly from the previous month, indicating a move towards a wetter and colder period. Weather in November »Weather in December
The last month of the year, December, greets Ain Dara with a significant drop in temperatures, going down to a lower average of 7.3°C (45.1°F). The city experiences a mixture of both rain and snow with the latter being recorded for the first time since February. Weather in December »Updated: Feb 1, 2024
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Frequently asked questions
January, having an average high-temperature of 10.4°C (50.7°F) and an average low-temperature of 4.9°C (40.8°F), is the coldest month in Ain Dara.
January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 72%.
January is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.3 days and accumulates 107mm (4.21") of precipitation.
Throughout the year, there are 90.4 rainfall days, and 442mm (17.4") of precipitation is accumulated.
Months with snowfall are January through April and December.
The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 3.8 days and typically aggregates up to 328mm (12.91") of snow.
In Ain Dara, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.1 days and aggregates up to 635mm (25") of snow.
The month with the least sunshine in Ain Dara, Lebanon, is January, with an average of 6.3h of sunshine.
The months with the lowest UV index in Ain Dara are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.
On Sunday, 31. March 2024, at 00:00, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EET to EEST. Daylight Saving Time ends on Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 00:00, and the time zone reverts from EEST to EET.
May and June, with an average relative humidity of 55%, are the least humid months in Ain Dara, Lebanon.
May through November are months without snowfall.
The month with the longest days is June, with an average of 14h and 24min of daylight.
July is the only month when rain does not fall in Ain Dara.
July and August, with an average of 12.3h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Ain Dara, Lebanon.
July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Ain Dara.
August is Ain Dara's warmest month, registering average high temperatures of 28.7°C (83.7°F) and lows of 19.3°C (66.7°F).
Months with rainfall are January through June, August through December.
With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Ain Dara.
Average temperature
Ain Dara, Lebanon
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (28.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (10.4°C).
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (19.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.9°C).
Average pressure
Ain Dara, Lebanon
- Average pressure in January:
1017.6mbar - Average pressure in February:
1016.2mbar - Average pressure in March:
1014.6mbar - Average pressure in April:
1012.8mbar - Average pressure in May:
1011.8mbar - Average pressure in June:
1009.3mbar
- Average pressure in July:
1006.4mbar - Average pressure in August:
1007.3mbar - Average pressure in September:
1010.8mbar - Average pressure in October:
1014mbar - Average pressure in November:
1016.6mbar - Average pressure in December:
1018mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1018mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1006.4mbar).
Average wind speed
Ain Dara, Lebanon
- Average wind speed in January:
11.4km/h - Average wind speed in February:
10.7km/h - Average wind speed in March:
11.1km/h - Average wind speed in April:
10km/h - Average wind speed in May:
9.8km/h - Average wind speed in June:
9.6km/h
- Average wind speed in July:
9.2km/h - Average wind speed in August:
8.3km/h - Average wind speed in September:
8.3km/h - Average wind speed in October:
7.9km/h - Average wind speed in November:
7.7km/h - Average wind speed in December:
9.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (7.7km/h).
Average humidity
Ain Dara, Lebanon
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (72%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and June (55%).
Average rainfall
Ain Dara, Lebanon
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (107mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0mm).
Average rainfall days
Ain Dara, Lebanon
- Average rainfall days in January:
13.3 days - Average rainfall days in February:
11.7 days - Average rainfall days in March:
12.3 days - Average rainfall days in April:
10.6 days - Average rainfall days in May:
6.2 days - Average rainfall days in June:
2.1 days
- Average rainfall days in July:
0.3 days - Average rainfall days in August:
0.6 days - Average rainfall days in September:
3.4 days - Average rainfall days in October:
8.6 days - Average rainfall days in November:
8.9 days - Average rainfall days in December:
12.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (0.3 days).
Average snowfall
Ain Dara, Lebanon
The month with the highest snowfall is January (328mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).
Average snowfall days
Ain Dara, Lebanon
- Average snowfall days in January:
3.8 days - Average snowfall days in February:
2.5 days - Average snowfall days in March:
1.8 days - Average snowfall days in April:
0.5 days - Average snowfall days in May:
0 days - Average snowfall days in June:
0 days
- Average snowfall days in July:
0 days - Average snowfall days in August:
0 days - Average snowfall days in September:
0 days - Average snowfall days in October:
0 days - Average snowfall days in November:
0 days - Average snowfall days in December:
1.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight / Average sunshine
Ain Dara, Lebanon
- Average daylight in January:
10h and 12min - Average daylight in February:
11h and 0min - Average daylight in March:
12h and 0min - Average daylight in April:
13h and 0min - Average daylight in May:
13h and 54min - Average daylight in June:
14h and 24min
- Average daylight in July:
14h and 6min - Average daylight in August:
13h and 24min - Average daylight in September:
12h and 24min - Average daylight in October:
11h and 18min - Average daylight in November:
10h and 24min - Average daylight in December:
10h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in January:
6h and 18min - Average sunshine in February:
6h and 30min - Average sunshine in March:
8h and 30min - Average sunshine in April:
10h and 54min - Average sunshine in May:
12h and 0min - Average sunshine in June:
12h and 12min
- Average sunshine in July:
12h and 18min - Average sunshine in August:
12h and 18min - Average sunshine in September:
10h and 6min - Average sunshine in October:
9h and 36min - Average sunshine in November:
7h and 30min - Average sunshine in December:
6h and 30min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).
Average sunshine days
Ain Dara, Lebanon
- Average sunshine days in January:
14.9 days - Average sunshine days in February:
13.6 days - Average sunshine days in March:
15.7 days - Average sunshine days in April:
16.4 days - Average sunshine days in May:
21.4 days - Average sunshine days in June:
27.8 days
- Average sunshine days in July:
30.4 days - Average sunshine days in August:
29.8 days - Average sunshine days in September:
24.8 days - Average sunshine days in October:
18.6 days - Average sunshine days in November:
19 days - Average sunshine days in December:
17 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (30.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.6 days).
Average UV index
Ain Dara, Lebanon
The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover
Ain Dara, Lebanon
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 32).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 2).
Average visibility
Ain Dara, Lebanon
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
