Climate guide for Byblos, Lebanon

Byblos in December

Weather, crowds & best time to visit

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December · Lebanon

Best time to visit Byblos in December Weather, crowds & prices

Weather in Byblos in December

Average temperature 15°C, 146 mm of rain, about 2 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 68% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).

December score

5.7/10

Ranked #11 of 12 months

Full year for Byblos
Avg temp
15°C
Rainfall
146 mm
Humidity
68%
Days with 6h+ sun
2
Crowd Density
Quiet / Uncrowded
Average Expenses
$ · Budget Friendly ($)

December in Byblos scores 5.7/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around 15°C, 146 mm of rain, and roughly 2 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.

Byblos is a Lebanese coastal town with a Crusader castle above Phoenician and Roman ruins and a small harbour.

December in Byblos — middling scores, decent value

Temperatures hover around 15°C (58°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.

146 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only about 2 days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.

That is 5.7/10 on the same scale — 11th of 12 months, versus 10/10 for the best month here.

Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.

Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.

If your dates are flexible, May is materially better in Byblos — 4.3 points higher on the same scale.

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Frequently asked

What is the weather like in Byblos in December?
In December, Byblos averages 15°C, 146 mm of rain, and about 2 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.7/10.
Is December a good time to visit Byblos?
December earns a 5.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
How much does it rain in Byblos in December?
Expect about 146 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 68% and there are about 2 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.

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