AI-generatedBatroun at a glance
- Best time
- May – Oct
- Warmest month
- Aug · 31°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 28.6°
- Sunshine a year
- 3,060 h
- Rain a year
- 390 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+2 / UTC+3
- Elevation
- 13 m
Climate in Batroun
Batroun has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 31 °C, while January is the coolest at 17 °C. With around 3,060 hours of sunshine a year, Batroun is very sunny; June is the sunniest month with 11.9 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Batroun
The best time to visit Batroun is from May to October. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from May to November. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from October to May. The wettest month is January with 86 mm of precipitation.
Batroun through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Batroun in spring
Mar – May
Good
- 20–26 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 8.5 h of sun a day
- 17 rainy days in all
Batroun in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 28–31 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 11.6 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day in all
Batroun in autumn
Sep – Nov
Excellent
- 23–30 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 8.0 h of sun a day
- 13 rainy days in all
Batroun in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 17–19 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 5.3 h of sun a day
- 32 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
May – Nov
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Oct – May
15–28 °C and not too much rain
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Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Excellent
Best time to visit: May – October
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forBeach & swimmingSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 21°
- Midday, 13:00: about 27°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 27°
- Evening, 20:00: about 23°
- Night, 23:00: about 22°
06:4118:04
Pleasant evenings; a light layer can help.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 06:26–07:15 · evening 17:31–18:20
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:16–06:26 · evening 18:20–18:30
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Batroun compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 29° at the start of the month to 25° at the end. The sea cools from 27° to 25°. The days get 1.0 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 29° | 25° |
| Night-time low | 21° | 17° |
| Sea | 27° | 25° |
| Daylight | 11.9 h | 10.9 h |
What is the weather like in Batroun in October?
In October, Batroun is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 26.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.9 hours a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 27 mm. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Batroun.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 23 min06:41 – 18:04
- UV index
- 5 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 9 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 14 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 26 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 4 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+3offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %100 %
- Seaweight 25 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %82 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %92 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Light, breathable clothes
Compare two months in Batroun
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June has the better holiday weather in Batroun: score 100 against 95. Daytime highs are about the same. The sea is 1 °C cooler in June. June has 4 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 4 hours longer a day in June.
| Month | October | June |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 95 | 100better |
| Daytime high | 28° | 28° |
| Night-time low | 19° | 21° |
| Sea | 26.1° | 24.9° |
| Sunshine | 7.9 h | 11.9 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 5 | 1better |
| Rainfall | 27 mm | 2 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 9better | 16 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Batroun month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
21January17° · Sea 19° · 5.0 h
In January, Batroun is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 18.7 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 86 mm in total. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Batroun.
Batroun in January24February17° · Sea 18° · 5.9 h
In February, Batroun is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 17.6 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 69 mm in total. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Batroun.
Batroun in February31March20° · Sea 18° · 6.8 h
In March, Batroun is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 17.6 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 6.8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 58 mm in total. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Batroun.
Batroun in March62April22° · Sea 19° · 8.6 h
In April, Batroun is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 18.6 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.6 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 26 mm in total. All in all, April is a good month for a holiday in Batroun.
Batroun in April91May26° · Sea 21° · 10.1 h
In May, Batroun is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 21.4 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 10.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 12 mm in total. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Batroun.
Batroun in May100June28° · Sea 25° · 11.9 h
In June, Batroun is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 24.9 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 11.9 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 5 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Batroun.
Batroun in June100July30° · Sea 28° · 11.9 h
In July, Batroun is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 27.5 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 11.9 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 19 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Batroun.
Batroun in July100August31° · Sea 29° · 11.1 h
In August, Batroun is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 11.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 23 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Batroun.
Batroun in August100September30° · Sea 28° · 9.7 h
In September, Batroun is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 28.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 9.7 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 12 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Batroun.
Batroun in September95October28° · Sea 26° · 7.9 h
In October, Batroun is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 26.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.9 hours a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 27 mm. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Batroun.
Batroun in October76November23° · Sea 23° · 6.5 h
In November, Batroun is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 23.3 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 35 mm. All in all, November is a good month for a holiday in Batroun.
Batroun in November31December19° · Sea 21° · 4.9 h
In December, Batroun is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 20.8 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 4.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 70 mm in total. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Batroun.
Batroun in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate tableWarmest in August: 31°
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Batroun
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cool 8–15°
- Pleasant 15–20°
- Warm 20–24°
- Hot 24° and more
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
PleasantOctober: nights around 19°. Ideal for sleeping, often with the window open. Muggy on about 9 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (10°), the warmest in August (24°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from June to September; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from April to May and from October to November. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 110 days a year, mostly from June to September.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 21 | 17° | 10° | 18.7° | 5.0 h | 12 | 86 |
| FebruaryFeb | 24 | 17° | 10° | 17.6° | 5.9 h | 10 | 69 |
| MarchMar | 31 | 20° | 12° | 17.6° | 6.8 h | 9 | 58 |
| AprilApr | 62 | 22° | 15° | 18.6° | 8.6 h | 5 | 26 |
| MayMay | 91 | 26° | 18° | 21.4° | 10.1 h | 3 | 12 |
| JuneJun | 100 | 28° | 21° | 24.9° | 11.9 h | 1 | 2 |
| JulyJul | 100 | 30° | 24° | 27.5° | 11.9 h | 0 | 0 |
| AugustAug | 100 | 31° | 24° | 28.6° | 11.1 h | 0 | 0 |
| SeptemberSep | 100 | 30° | 22° | 28.1° | 9.7 h | 2 | 7 |
| OctoberOct | 95 | 28° | 19° | 26.1° | 7.9 h | 5 | 27 |
| NovemberNov | 76 | 23° | 15° | 23.3° | 6.5 h | 6 | 35 |
| DecemberDec | 31 | 19° | 12° | 20.8° | 4.9 h | 10 | 70 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
34.26° N, 35.66° E · 13 m · Asia/Beirut
Sea temperatureUp to 29° in August
Sea temperature in Batroun
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 25.3 – 27.1 °C
Swimming season: May – Dec
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Batroun ranges from 17.6 °C in February to 28.6 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from May to December.
From November to February the sea is even warmer than the afternoon air. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 27.7 and 29.4 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 18.7° | 18.0° | 19.6° | fresh |
| FebruaryFeb | 17.6° | 17.0° | 18.5° | fresh |
| MarchMar | 17.6° | 16.7° | 18.4° | fresh |
| AprilApr | 18.6° | 17.7° | 19.3° | fresh |
| MayMay | 21.4° | 20.7° | 22.0° | refreshing |
| JuneJun | 24.9° | 24.0° | 25.6° | pleasant |
| JulyJul | 27.5° | 26.8° | 28.1° | warm |
| AugustAug | 28.6° | 27.7° | 29.4° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 28.1° | 27.3° | 29.0° | warm |
| OctoberOct | 26.1° | 25.3° | 27.1° | warm |
| NovemberNov | 23.3° | 22.2° | 24.1° | pleasant |
| DecemberDec | 20.8° | 20.0° | 21.8° | refreshing |
Sunshine3,060 hours a year
Sunshine hours in Batroun
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 7.9 of 11.4 hours of daylight in Batroun, 69 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain390 mm a year, most in January
Rain in Batroun: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Batroun has about 5 rainy days with 27 mm of rain in total.
UV indexUp to 11 in June
UV index in Batroun
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 5 · moderateAround midday seek shade; use sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in June (UV 11).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 25 min
- Fair skin
- about 30 min
- Light brown skin
- about 45 min
- Olive skin
- about 55 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind & cloudsWindiest in March: 18 km/h
Wind and clouds in Batroun
How breezy and how cloudy Batroun is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Batroun typically peaks at 14 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
The daily breeze rarely reaches Beaufort 4 (20 km/h), so wind sports depend on single windy days.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 26 % of the sky over Batroun: mostly sunny, with about 7.9 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat & humidity68 days of 30° or more a year
Heat and humidity in Batroun
How often the day gets hot in Batroun (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Batroun has about 4 hot days, with an average daytime high of 28 °C: some hot or muggy days. Single hot or muggy days are possible; a hat and water bottle are enough.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
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Batroun in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Batroun has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 100) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 26).
- 53
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Fair
- 21 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 8.1 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 93
May half-term
May – Jun
Excellent
- 26 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 10.5 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
- 100
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 11.4 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 95
October half-term
Oct
Excellent
- 28 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 7.9 h of sun a day
- 5 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
- 26
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 18 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 5.0 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 4 h 40 min
- Distance
- 3,460 km
- Time zone
- UTC+3
- Jet lag
- Hardly any (under 3 h)
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Good to know: Lebanon
- Currency
- Lebanese Pound (LBP)
- Language
- Arabic
- Sockets
- Type A, B, C, D, G · 220 V
- Traffic
- Drives on the right
- Dialling code
- +961
- Emergency number
- 112
UK plugs fit
Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
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Batroun vs Byblos
In October the holiday weather in Batroun and Byblos is about equally good (score 95 vs 95). During the day Byblos is 1 °C cooler than Batroun. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Batroun | Byblos |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 95 | 95 |
| Daytime high | 28° | 27° |
| Sea | 26° | 26° |
| Sunshine | 8 h | 8 h |
| Rainy days | 5 | 5 |
| Best time | May – Oct | May – Oct |
Through the year
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Lebanon in October: the best places
In October, Batroun ranks 3 of 8 destinations in this country.
- Zahlé25°97
- 2Tyre28°26°96
- 3BatrounThis page28°26°95
- 4Byblos27°26°95
- 5Tripoli27°26°92
- 6Baalbek25°92
- 7Sidon28°26°92
- 8Beirut28°26°91
Places nearby4 places within 51 km
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Frequently asked questions about Batroun
When is the best time to visit Batroun?
The best time to visit Batroun is from May to October. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Batroun?
The sea temperature in Batroun ranges from 17.6 °C in February to 28.6 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from May to December.
Can you swim in Batroun in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 26.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming.
What is the warmest month in Batroun?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 31 °C and nights around 24 °C. January is the coolest month at 17 °C.
When does it rain most in Batroun?
The wettest month is January with 86 mm of precipitation. The driest month is August with 0 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Batroun get?
Batroun gets around 3,060 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is June with 11.9 hours a day; in December there are 4.9 hours a day.
What time zone is Batroun in?
Batroun is on UTC+2 in January and UTC+3 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Batroun?
A nonstop flight from London to Batroun takes about 4 h 40 min, for a straight-line distance of about 3,460 km.
Which school holidays are best for Batroun?
Batroun has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 100) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 26). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 53, May half-term 93, summer holidays 100, October half-term 95, Christmas holidays 26.