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Beirut in May: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Beirut in May will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Beirut, based on historical data.
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May

Weather in Beirut in May 2024

Great Weather
Warm
☀️
Sunny
For those searching for an ideal May holiday with excellent weather, Beirut is a perfect choice. Average maximum temperatures are +73°F. Expect about 16 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 21 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 flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+73°F
Avg. max. temperature
+54°F
Min.
+99°F
Max.
21 mm
Total precipitation
69%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
16 ☀️
Sunny Days
13 ⛅️
Cloudy
2 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Beirut has great weather in May.

Average temperature in Beirut in May

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Beirut for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +81°F during the day to a minimum of +59°F during the night, the temperature in May averages around +73°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 42% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +70°F to +79°F.

Is Beirut warm or cold in May?

Beirut is typically warm in May.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +68°F to +73°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +57°F to +64°F.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

Take a look at how May is compared to other months in Beirut:

Climate in Beirut in May

Beirut weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
AprilMayJune
Avg. temperature
+68°F+73°F+79°F
Min. temperature
+43°F+54°F+59°F
Max. temperature
+95°F+99°F+97°F
Rainfall
57 mm21 mm6 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Humidity
67%69%71%
Air pressure
1013 HPa1011 HPa1009 HPa
Sunny days
111621
Cloudy days
15138
Rainy days
421
Snowy days
000

May often has better weather than April. It’s getting warmer as May arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +68°F to +73°F during the day. As May arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 57 mm to 21 mm. Humidity rises from 67% to 69%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during May, staying around 2 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in May, from 11 to 16.

June brings much the same weather, it remains great.

Wind

Wind speed in Beirut in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 8 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 decreasing during May, going from 7 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Beirut based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in May is about 14 mm, with a 13% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 5 mm, which is considered light rain. Beirut is amazing in May with as little as 4 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
Here’s how May is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Beirut wettest month is January, where a typical day has a 39% chance of precipitation and 224 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 0% chance of precipitation and 2 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last May in Beirut?

This is the weather in Beirut in May 2023:
1 May
🌫️
+69°F
2 May
🌫️
+69°F
3 May
☀️
+78°F
4 May
☀️
+70°F
5 May
🌫️
+67°F
6 May
☀️
+67°F
7 May
☀️
+69°F
8 May
☀️
+69°F
9 May
☀️
+71°F
10 May
☀️
+71°F
11 May
☀️
+70°F
12 May
☀️
+70°F
13 May
☀️
+73°F
14 May
🌫️
+81°F
15 May
🌫️
+81°F
16 May
☀️
+70°F
17 May
☁️
+71°F
18 May
☀️
+72°F
19 May
🌫️
+73°F
20 May
☀️
+77°F
21 May
☁️
+81°F
22 May
☀️
+72°F
23 May
☁️
+72°F
24 May
☀️
+73°F
25 May
☀️
+74°F
26 May
☀️
+77°F
27 May
☀️
+79°F
28 May
☀️
+79°F
29 May
☀️
+81°F
30 May
☀️
+81°F
31 May
☀️
+79°F
In May 2023 Beirut had 22 sunny days, 3 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +73°F, with an absolute maximum of +81°F and a minimum of +66°F. The average humidity was 68%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 22%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 12 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 May has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1993 (+75°F) and the highest in 2019 (+89°F). The driest year was 1996 with only 0 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2021 with 0 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Beirut in May:

Is May a good time to visit Beirut?

Yes, May 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 May?

May is warm in Beirut. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Is Beirut rainy in May?

Beirut is usually dry in May. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Beirut in May?

The amount of sunny days in Beirut during May varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

Monthly weather in Beirut

Source of the data

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, 2022.

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.