Weather in Syria: Based on NeemTime research
Weather Overview of Syria
Syria has a diverse climate, ranging from Mediterranean along the coast to arid desert conditions in the interior and eastern regions. The country experiences hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters, particularly in the western areas. Inland regions, including Damascus, have more continental climates with greater temperature extremes.
Weather Seasons of Syria
Spring (March to May): Mild and pleasant with increasing temperatures and occasional rain.
Summer (June to August): Very hot and dry, especially in the inland and desert areas.
Autumn (September to November): Gradually cooling temperatures with decreasing dryness.
Winter (December to February): Mild and wetter along the coast; colder inland with occasional snow in high elevations.
Month with the Highest Temperature of Syria
August is typically the hottest month, with temperatures in inland cities like Deir ez-Zor or Palmyra often exceeding 40°C (104°F).
Month with the Lowest Temperature of Syria
January is usually the coldest month, especially in highland and inland regions where temperatures can fall below 0°C (32°F) at night.
January Weather of Syria
Cool and wet, especially in the west.
Coastal areas: 8–15°C with frequent rain.
Inland: 0–10°C; frost and occasional snow in higher elevations.
February Weather of Syria
Similar to January, with slightly warmer conditions.
Still wet in coastal regions, while drier inland.
Highlands may still see snow.
March Weather of Syria
Transitional month into spring.
Temperatures rise: 10–20°C in most areas.
Occasional rain, especially in western Syria.
April Weather of Syria
Mild and pleasant.
15–25°C range in most cities.
Rain tapers off by late April.
May Weather of Syria
Warm and mostly dry.
Temperatures rise to 20–30°C.
Ideal for travel and outdoor activities.
June Weather of Syria
Hot and dry.
Inland areas reach 35°C+ during the day.
Very low humidity and almost no rain.
July Weather of Syria
Peak summer heat.
Inland: 38–42°C common.
Coastal areas are milder but humid.
August Weather of Syria
Hottest month of the year.
Temperatures exceed 40°C in desert regions.
Little to no rainfall.
September Weather of Syria
Still hot, but cooling begins.
Inland: 30–35°C.
End of dry season; rare showers in coastal areas.
October Weather of Syria
Pleasant and cooler.
20–30°C range.
Rain begins to return to the coast.
November Weather of Syria
Mild autumn conditions.
Coastal regions: Rain becomes more frequent.
Inland: Cooler nights, 10–20°C during the day.
December Weather of Syria
Cool and wetter.
Coastal cities experience most rainfall.
Inland and highland areas may see frost or snow.