Syria Weather
🇸🇾 1 city covered · Asia
· hot desert climate
Best time to visit
February to April
Weather in Syria at a glance
Our Syria coverage centers on Damascus, which has a hot desert climate. Expect average highs around 100°F (38°C) in July and 55°F (13°C) in January, with about 33 days of measurable precipitation a year.
Quick facts
- Covered city: Damascus - annual average 66°
- Best time to visit: February to April
- Climate type: hot desert
The bigger picture
Damascus averages 11.0 hours of sunshine per day and roughly 178 mm (7.0 inches) of precipitation annually. The most comfortable window is generally February to April. See the full month-by-month breakdown on the Damascus climate page.
Live weather across Syria today
Syria cities compared
| City | Annual avg | Hottest month | Coldest month | Rainy days/yr | Sun h/day | Snowy days/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Damascus | 66° | Jul · 100° | Jan · 37° | 33 | 11.0 | 2 |
Syria weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainy days | Sunshine |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55° | 37° | 6 | 8.5 h/day |
| February | 59° | 40° | 5 | 9.3 h/day |
| March | 66° | 44° | 5 | 10.4 h/day |
| April | 78° | 52° | 4 | 12.0 h/day |
| May | 87° | 60° | 1 | 12.8 h/day |
| June | 94° | 65° | 0 | 13.3 h/day |
| July | 100° | 69° | 0 | 13.3 h/day |
| August | 100° | 69° | 0 | 12.9 h/day |
| September | 94° | 66° | 0 | 11.7 h/day |
| October | 83° | 59° | 2 | 10.5 h/day |
| November | 68° | 49° | 4 | 9.2 h/day |
| December | 59° | 41° | 5 | 8.2 h/day |
Syria weather FAQs
When is the best time to visit Syria?
Averaged across the covered cities, February to April offers the most comfortable combination of temperatures, drier days and daylight. Coastal, mountain and desert areas can differ - check each city's climate page for specifics.
Does it snow in Syria?
Yes - Damascus sees regular snowfall. Damascus gets the most, about 2 snowy days in a typical year.
What is the climate of Syria like?
The covered cities fall under hot desert climate. That means intense summer heat, mild winters and very little rain.