Beirut weather in May
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies. Average highs of 26°C and lows of 18°C, with around 4 rainy days expected throughout the month.
✦ This is a recommended month to visit Beirut. The combination of weather, atmosphere and experience is at its best.
Average high
26°C
Average low
18°C
Rainy days
4 days
Best months to visit
May, June, July, August, September, October
What to do in Beirut in May
Whatever the weather, Beirut rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:
Corniche waterfront dining and walks
Martyr's Square and downtown reconstruction tours
Tripoli day trips for Mamluk architecture
Nightlife in Gemmayzeh and Achrafieh
Beiteddine Palace mountain retreat
Cedar forests of the north
What to pack for May
Light layers work well — T-shirts and shorts for the day, a light jacket for evenings. Comfortable walking shoes are a must. Bring a compact umbrella just in case.
Browse other months
January
16C
Cool, with some rainy days.
February
17C
Cool, with occasional showers.
March
19C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
April
22C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
Recommended
May (you are here)
26C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
June
28C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
July
31C
Hot and humid, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
August
31C
Hot and humid, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
September
30C
Hot and humid, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
October
27C
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.
November
23C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
December
19C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
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