From Rain to Scorching Heat: Lebanon’s Weather Takes a Sudden Turn
The Meteorological Department at the Directorate General of Civil Aviation expects typical summer weather to prevail over Lebanon and the eastern Mediterranean, with temperatures remaining within seasonal averages and some limited local fluctuations. The weather is expected to become relatively hot starting Monday, with temperatures rising, particularly in mountainous and inland areas, where they will exceed seasonal averages.
Expected weather in Lebanon:
Saturday: Partly cloudy to cloudy, with no significant change in temperatures and dense fog over the mountains starting in the afternoon. Light drizzle is expected intermittently over the northern mountains in the evening.
Sunday: Partly cloudy, with dense fog over the mountains and a drop in temperatures inland, while temperatures remain largely unchanged along the coast and in the mountains. Winds will occasionally strengthen, with scattered light rain expected, particularly in northern areas, starting at noon.
Monday: Partly cloudy to cloudy, with fog over the mountains. Temperatures will remain stable along the coast, accompanied by rising humidity, while temperatures will rise inland and in the mountains, exceeding seasonal averages.
Tuesday: Mostly partly cloudy, with temperatures continuing to rise, particularly in mountainous areas, while humidity remains high along the coast, increasing the sensation of heat.
Surface winds: Southwesterly, ranging between 15 and 30 km/h.
Visibility: Moderate along the coast, occasionally reduced over the mountains due to fog.
Relative humidity along the coast: 60–75%.
Sea conditions: Low waves.
Sea surface temperature: 29°C.
Atmospheric pressure: 1010 hPa, equivalent to 758 mmHg.
