Best Time to Visit Damascus
Best time: Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep.
Jul is warmest (33°C high); Jan is rainiest (74 mm).
Damascus weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 10.7 | 1.4 | 74 | 4.2 |
| Feb | 12.5 | 2.4 | 57 | 5.7 |
| Mar | 16.2 | 5 | 47 | 7.3 |
| Apr | 21.6 | 8.5 | 19 | 9.2 |
| May | 27.4 | 12.7 | 10 | 11 |
| Jun | 31.3 | 16.2 | 0 | 12.5 |
| Jul | 33 | 18.4 | 0 | 12.5 |
| Aug | 32.8 | 18.1 | 0 | 11.5 |
| Sep | 30.2 | 15.3 | 1 | 9.7 |
| Oct | 25.3 | 11.6 | 14 | 7.3 |
| Nov | 18.2 | 6.3 | 38 | 5.3 |
| Dec | 12.8 | 2.8 | 63 | 4.1 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: JunJulAugSep
Beaches: JunJulAugSep
Hiking: MayAprOctJun
Sightseeing: JunSepMayJul
Damascus quick facts
What to pack
Cold months (Jan, Feb, Dec): warm layers and a coat.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Damascus?
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep.
What is the rainiest month?
Jan, about 74 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Jul, with average highs of 33°C.
Where to stay
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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