Tripoli, Libya Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Tripoli
Tripoli has a hot desert climate, marked by intense summer heat, mild winters and very little rain. Average daytime highs range from about 63°F (17°C) in January to around 91°F (33°C) in August, and the city records roughly 46 days of measurable precipitation a year.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: August - highs near 91°F (33°C)
- Coldest month: January - highs near 63°F (17°C)
- Record high: 114°F (46°C) · Record low: 39°F (4°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: December (9 rainy days) · Sunniest: July (13.3 h sun/day)
- Climate type: hot desert - intense summer heat, mild winters and very little rain
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on August. Highs average 91°F (33°C) and overnight lows stay near 75°F (24°C). The coolest month is January, with typical highs of 63°F (17°C) and lows around 50°F (10°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 114°F (46°C) and dropped as low as 39°F (4°C).
Rain, sun and snow
December is usually the wettest month. It brings about 2.2 inches (56 mm) of rain over 9 days, while July is the driest. July brings the most sunshine, averaging 13.3 hours of sun a day.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63° | 50° | 7 | 1.5 in | 8.9 h/day | 63% |
| February | 65° | 51° | 6 | 1.2 in | 9.4 h/day | 64% |
| March | 69° | 54° | 5 | 0.8 in | 10.5 h/day | 63% |
| April | 75° | 58° | 2 | 0.5 in | 11.2 h/day | 61% |
| May | 81° | 64° | 1 | 0.2 in | 12.0 h/day | 59% |
| June | 88° | 70° | 1 | 0.1 in | 13.1 h/day | 59% |
| July | 90° | 73° | 0 | 0.0 in | 13.3 h/day | 63% |
| August | 91° | 75° | 1 | 0.1 in | 12.4 h/day | 64% |
| September | 89° | 74° | 3 | 0.7 in | 11.5 h/day | 63% |
| October | 82° | 68° | 6 | 1.0 in | 9.7 h/day | 65% |
| November | 74° | 60° | 5 | 1.1 in | 9.3 h/day | 63% |
| December | 66° | 53° | 9 | 2.2 in | 8.8 h/day | 66% |
Tripoli month by month
Tripoli weather in January
January brings highs around 63°F (17°C), lows near 50°F (10°C), about 7 wet days - typically the coldest month of the year in Tripoli.
Tripoli weather in February
February brings highs around 65°F (18°C), lows near 51°F (10°C), about 6 wet days.
Tripoli weather in March
March brings highs around 69°F (20°C), lows near 54°F (12°C), about 5 wet days.
Tripoli weather in April
April brings highs around 75°F (24°C), lows near 58°F (15°C), about 2 wet days.
Tripoli weather in May
May brings highs around 81°F (27°C), lows near 64°F (18°C), about 1 wet days.
Tripoli weather in June
June brings highs around 88°F (31°C), lows near 70°F (21°C), about 1 wet days.
Tripoli weather in July
July brings highs around 90°F (32°C), lows near 73°F (23°C), about 0 wet days - typically the driest month and the sunniest month of the year in Tripoli.
Tripoli weather in August
August brings highs around 91°F (33°C), lows near 75°F (24°C), about 1 wet days - typically the hottest month of the year in Tripoli.
Tripoli weather in September
September brings highs around 89°F (32°C), lows near 74°F (23°C), about 3 wet days.
Tripoli weather in October
October brings highs around 82°F (28°C), lows near 68°F (20°C), about 6 wet days.
Tripoli weather in November
November brings highs around 74°F (23°C), lows near 60°F (15°C), about 5 wet days.
Tripoli weather in December
December brings highs around 66°F (19°C), lows near 53°F (12°C), about 9 wet days - typically the wettest month of the year in Tripoli.
Seasons in Tripoli
Spring (March through May)
Spring in Tripoli is mild and warm, with daytime highs averaging 75°F (24°C) and nights around 59°F (15°C); rain falls on about 9 days over the three months.
Summer (June through August)
Summer in Tripoli is hot, with daytime highs averaging 90°F (32°C) and nights around 73°F (23°C); precipitation is infrequent.
Fall (September through November)
Fall in Tripoli runs hot, with daytime highs averaging 82°F (28°C) and nights around 67°F (19°C); rain falls on about 14 days over the three months.
Winter (December through February)
Winter in Tripoli is mild, with daytime highs averaging 64°F (18°C) and nights around 52°F (11°C); expect showers on roughly 22 days across the season.
Climate questions, answered
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Best time to visit Tripoli
The best time to visit Tripoli is generally January to May and October, when temperatures are at their most comfortable before or after the peak heat. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 73°F (23°C).
Pack for Tripoli with lightweight, breathable clothing and strong sun protection for the hot months. Evenings can feel noticeably cooler than afternoons - August nights average 75°F (24°C).
Tripoli temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.