For those searching for an ideal August holiday with excellent weather, Beirut is a perfect choice. Average maximum temperatures are +84°F. Expect about 18 sunny days, making it the perfect place to enjoy the sunshine. It's worth noting that there may be some rainfall, with an average of 2 mm of precipitation over 2 rainy days. So, take your sunglasses, a beach towel, and great walking shoes, as it looks like amazing weather. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
August is usually the hottest month of the year in Beirut;
Average weather
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+84°F
Avg. max. temperature
+70°F
Min.
+93°F
Max.
2 mm
Total precipitation
70%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
18 ☀️
Sunny Days
11 ⛅️
Cloudy
2 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Beirut has great weather in August.
Average temperature in Beirut in August
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Beirut for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The temperature in August is +84°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +86°F during the day and a minimum of +77°F at night.
The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +84°F to +84°F.
Is Beirut warm or cold in August?
Beirut is typically warm in August.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +82°F to +84°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +75°F to +75°F.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
August is the hottest month in Beirut, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Beirut in August
Water in Beirut in August is Very warm. It varies from +82°F to +85°F, with an average of +83°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +84°F.
The water temperature in August is one of the warmest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Beirut are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +83°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +64°F.
Can you swim in Beirut in August?
You can definitely swim in Beirut in August, the water is very warm (+83°F in average), and might even be unpleasant for ones who like it more fresh.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
Don't forget sunscreen and a hat, it's going to be hot!
Climate in Beirut in August
Beirut weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
July
August
September
Avg. temperature
+82°F
+84°F
+82°F
Min. temperature
+66°F
+70°F
+66°F
Max. temperature
+97°F
+93°F
+91°F
Rainfall
2 mm
2 mm
9 mm
Wind
3 m/s
2 m/s
2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+82°F
+83°F
+83°F
Humidity
72%
70%
66%
Air pressure
1007 HPa
1007 HPa
1011 HPa
Sunny days
21
18
16
Cloudy days
9
11
9
Rainy days
2
2
5
Snowy days
0
0
0
August weather is still as great as in July.It’s getting warmer as August arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +82°F to +84°F during the day.The rainfall amount in August stays the same as in the previous month with a 2 mm of total precipitation.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 72% to 70%.Winds are calmer in comparison to July, going down from 3 m/s to 2 m/s on average.The days becoming less sunny, going from 21 sunny days in July to 18 in August.
September brings much the same weather, it remains great.
Wind speed in Beirut in August based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 6 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Beirut is gradually increasing during August, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Beirut based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in August stands at 6%, leading to total precipitation of around 2 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 1 mm, which is considered light rain.Beirut is amazing in August with as little as 2 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
Here’s how August is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Beirut wettest month is January, where a typical day has a 35% chance of precipitation and 222 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 6% chance of precipitation and 2 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last August in Beirut?
This is the weather in Beirut in August 2023:
1 August
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+84°F
2 August
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+83°F
3 August
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+82°F
4 August
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+84°F
5 August
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+84°F
6 August
☀️
+84°F
7 August
☀️
+84°F
8 August
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+82°F
9 August
☁️
+83°F
10 August
☁️
+83°F
11 August
☀️
+83°F
12 August
☀️
+85°F
13 August
🌫️
+86°F
14 August
🌫️
+86°F
15 August
☁️
+84°F
16 August
☁️
+84°F
17 August
☁️
+83°F
18 August
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+84°F
19 August
🌫️
+84°F
20 August
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+83°F
21 August
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+83°F
22 August
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+83°F
23 August
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+84°F
24 August
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+83°F
25 August
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+84°F
26 August
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+85°F
27 August
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+84°F
28 August
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+83°F
29 August
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+84°F
30 August
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+83°F
31 August
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+83°F
In August 2023 Beirut had 12 sunny days, 16 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +84°F, with an absolute maximum of +86°F and a minimum of +82°F. The average humidity was 75%, with a maximum of 93% and a minimum of 37%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 8 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Beirut climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Beirut in August has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1992 (+68°F) and the highest in 2019 (+75°F). The driest year was 1990 with only 593 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2012 with 1496 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Beirut in August:
Is August a good time to visit Beirut?
Yes, August is a great time to go to Beirut, the weather couldn’t be better. Be ready to get outside, explore and enjoy. Check what other months that are a good time to visit Beirut.
Can you sunbathe in Beirut in August?
August is warm in Beirut. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Can you swim in Beirut in August?
Yes, you can swim in Beirut in August, the water is very warm, with temperature averaging at +83°F, but it's important to manage hydration and sun exposure.
Is Beirut rainy in August?
Beirut is usually dry in August. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Beirut in August?
The amount of sunny days in Beirut during August varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Beirut, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.