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Tomorrow in Damascus looks
sunny, with a high of 100°
and an overnight low of 76°.
Rain is unlikely (0% chance).
Winds top out near 14 mph,
and the UV index reaches 11 (very high).
Located in Syria, Damascus experiences a hot desert climate with intense summer heat, mild winters and very little rain. Afternoon temperatures peak near 100°F (38°C) in July and dip to about 55°F (13°C) in January, with around 7.0 inches (178 mm) of precipitation falling across the year.
Damascus weather: quick facts
Hottest month: July - highs near 100°F (38°C)
Coldest month: January - highs near 55°F (13°C)
Record high: 113°F (45°C) · Record low: 4°F (-16°C) (2015–2024)
Wettest month: January (6 rainy days) · Sunniest: June (13.3 h sun/day)
Climate type:hot desert - intense summer heat, mild winters and very little rain
Snow: about 2 days a year
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on July. Highs average 100°F (38°C) and overnight lows stay near 69°F (21°C). The coolest month is January, with typical highs of 55°F (13°C) and lows around 37°F (3°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 113°F (45°C) and dropped as low as 4°F (-16°C).
Rain, sun and snow
January is usually the wettest month. It brings about 1.6 inches (41 mm) of rain over 6 days, while July is the driest. June brings the most sunshine, averaging 13.3 hours of sun a day. Snowfall is rare but not unheard of.
Season by season
Spring (March through May)
Spring in Damascus brings comfortable warmth, with daytime highs averaging 77°F (25°C) and nights around 52°F (11°C); rain falls on about 10 days over the three months.
Summer (June through August)
Summer in Damascus turns very hot, with daytime highs averaging 98°F (37°C) and nights around 68°F (20°C); precipitation is infrequent.
Fall (September through November)
Fall in Damascus is hot, with daytime highs averaging 82°F (28°C) and nights around 58°F (14°C); precipitation is infrequent.
Winter (December through February)
Winter in Damascus stays on the cool side of mild, with daytime highs averaging 58°F (14°C) and nights around 39°F (4°C); rain falls on about 17 days over the three months.
Average temperatures in Damascus by month
Monthly averages for Damascus based on 2015–2024 weather data.
July is the hottest month in Damascus, with average highs of 100°F (38°C) and overnight lows near 69°F (21°C). In the past decade the temperature has peaked at 113°F (45°C).
What is the coldest month in Damascus?
January is the coldest month, with highs averaging 55°F (13°C) and lows around 37°F (3°C). The lowest reading in recent years was 4°F (-16°C).
What is the rainiest month in Damascus?
January is typically the wettest month, averaging 1.6 inches (41 mm) of precipitation across about 6 days. July is usually the driest.
Does it snow in Damascus?
Yes. Damascus averages about 2 days of snowfall a year, concentrated January.
What is the best time to visit Damascus?
The best time to visit Damascus is generally February to April and October to November, when temperatures are at their most comfortable before or after the peak heat. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 71°F (22°C).
How sunny is Damascus?
Damascus averages 11.0 hours of sunshine per day across the year. June is the sunniest month at about 13.3 hours of sun a day.
Is Damascus humid?
Relative humidity in Damascus averages about 48% over the year, which feels dry. The most comfortable months tend to fall in the drier part of the year.