January · Libya
Best time to visit Leptis Magna in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Leptis Magna in January
Average temperature 15°C, 24 mm of rain, about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 59% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
9.6/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 15°C
- Rainfall
- 24 mm
- Humidity
- 59%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 29
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
January in Leptis Magna scores 9.6/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 15°C, 24 mm of rain, and roughly 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Leptis Magna is one of the Mediterranean's great Roman archaeological cities, with monumental streets, a forum, harbor remains, and a sea-facing setting.
January ranks 6th of 12 for Leptis Magna — one of the best windows
Temperatures hover around 15°C (58°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.
With around 24 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.3 hours of daylight fill the rest.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Leptis Magna at 9.6/10 (6th of 12), just behind April at 10/10.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening.
Budget for peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Leptis Magna in January?
- In January, Leptis Magna averages 15°C, 24 mm of rain, and about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.6/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Leptis Magna?
- January earns a 9.6/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Leptis Magna in January?
- Expect about 24 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 59% and there are about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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