AI-generatedIdlib at a glance
- Best time
- Apr – May, Oct – Nov
- Warmest month
- Aug · 34°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,570 h
- Rain a year
- 428 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+3
- Elevation
- 442 m
Climate in Idlib
Idlib has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 34 °C, while January is the coolest at 12 °C. With around 2,570 hours of sunshine a year, Idlib is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 10.6 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Idlib
The best time to visit Idlib is from April to May and from October to November. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from March to May and from October to November. From July to August it can get very hot, with highs of up to 34 °C. The wettest month is January with 88 mm of precipitation.
Idlib through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Idlib in spring
Mar – May
Excellent
- 18–28 °C by day
- 7.2 h of sun a day
- 22 rainy days in all
Idlib in summer
Jun – Aug
Good
- 32–34 °C by day
- 10.3 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days in all
Idlib in autumn
Sep – Nov
Good
- 20–32 °C by day
- 6.8 h of sun a day
- 14 rainy days in all
Idlib in winter
Dec – Feb
Fair
- 12–14 °C by day
- 3.8 h of sun a day
- 33 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No sea nearby
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Mar – May, Oct – Nov
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Peak heat
Jul – Aug
Highs of 33 °C or more
Rainy months
Jan
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: April
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: April – May, October – November
Good forSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 18°
- Midday, 13:00: about 27°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 27°
- Evening, 20:00: about 21°
- Night, 23:00: about 19°
06:3917:59
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 06:23–07:13 · evening 17:25–18:15
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:13–06:23 · evening 18:15–18:25
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 Idlib compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 30° at the start of the month to 24° at the end. The days get 1.1 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 30° | 24° |
| Night-time low | 17° | 12° |
| Daylight | 11.9 h | 10.8 h |
What is the weather like in Idlib in October?
In October, Idlib is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sun shines for around 6.8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 26 mm. On about 9 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Idlib.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 20 min06:39 – 17:59
- UV index
- 5 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 12 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 33 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 9 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+3offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %94 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %63 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %89 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “City break”.
What to pack in October
- Sunscreen
- Light, breathable clothes
- Water bottle – drink plenty
- A jumper for the evenings
Compare two months in Idlib
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
May has the better holiday weather in Idlib: score 92 against 86. Daytime highs are about the same. May has one rainy day fewer. The sun shines 2 hours longer a day in May.
| Month | October | May |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 86 | 92better |
| Daytime high | 28° | 28° |
| Night-time low | 15° | 15° |
| Sunshine | 6.8 h | 8.9 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 6 | 5better |
| Rainfall | 26 mm | 18 mm |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Idlib month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
35January12° · 3.5 h
In January, Idlib is cool: daytime highs average 12 °C, and nights cool down to about 3 °C. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.5 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 88 mm in total. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Idlib.
Idlib in January52February14° · 4.5 h
In February, Idlib is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 4 °C. Expect around 4.5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 70 mm in total. All in all, February is a so-so month for a holiday in Idlib.
Idlib in February76March18° · 5.7 h
In March, Idlib is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. Expect around 5.7 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 62 mm in total. All in all, March is a good month for a holiday in Idlib.
Idlib in March87April23° · 7.1 h
In April, Idlib is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sun shines for around 7.1 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 36 mm. All in all, April is an excellent month for a holiday in Idlib.
Idlib in April92May28° · 8.9 h
In May, Idlib is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sun shines for around 8.9 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 18 mm in total. On about 11 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Idlib.
Idlib in May71June32° · 10.4 h
In June, Idlib is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. With around 10.4 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 20 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, June is a good month for a holiday in Idlib.
Idlib in June56July34° · 10.6 h
In July, Idlib is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. With around 10.6 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, July is a so-so month for a holiday in Idlib.
Idlib in July54August34° · 9.8 h
In August, Idlib is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. With around 9.8 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is a so-so month for a holiday in Idlib.
Idlib in August67September32° · 8.6 h
In September, Idlib is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sun shines for around 8.6 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 9 mm in total. On about 23 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Idlib.
Idlib in September86October28° · 6.8 h
In October, Idlib is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sun shines for around 6.8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 26 mm. On about 9 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Idlib.
Idlib in October82November20° · 5.0 h
In November, Idlib is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. Expect around 5.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 39 mm. All in all, November is an excellent month for a holiday in Idlib.
Idlib in November48December14° · 3.3 h
In December, Idlib is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 5 °C. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.3 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 74 mm in total. All in all, December is a so-so month for a holiday in Idlib.
Idlib in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Idlib
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cold 0–8°
- Cool 8–15°
- Pleasant 15–20°
- Warm 20–24°
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
PleasantOctober: nights around 15°. Ideal for sleeping, often with the window open.
The coolest nights are in January (3°), the warmest in August (22°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from July to August; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from May to June and from September to October. Nights fall below 8 °C on average from December to March, so the room should be heated. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 28 days a year, mostly in August.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 35 | 12° | 3° | 3.5 h | 13 | 88 |
| FebruaryFeb | 52 | 14° | 4° | 4.5 h | 11 | 70 |
| MarchMar | 76 | 18° | 7° | 5.7 h | 10 | 62 |
| AprilApr | 87 | 23° | 11° | 7.1 h | 7 | 36 |
| MayMay | 92 | 28° | 15° | 8.9 h | 5 | 18 |
| JuneJun | 71 | 32° | 19° | 10.4 h | 1 | 4 |
| JulyJul | 56 | 34° | 22° | 10.6 h | 0 | 1 |
| AugustAug | 54 | 34° | 22° | 9.8 h | 0 | 1 |
| SeptemberSep | 67 | 32° | 19° | 8.6 h | 3 | 9 |
| OctoberOct | 86 | 28° | 15° | 6.8 h | 6 | 26 |
| NovemberNov | 82 | 20° | 9° | 5.0 h | 6 | 39 |
| DecemberDec | 48 | 14° | 5° | 3.3 h | 10 | 74 |
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
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Sunshine hours in Idlib
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 6.8 of 11.3 hours of daylight in Idlib, 60 % 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.
Rain in Idlib: 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, Idlib has about 6 rainy days with 26 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Idlib
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 60 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 and clouds in Idlib
How breezy and how cloudy Idlib 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 Idlib typically peaks at 12 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 33 % of the sky over Idlib: mostly sunny, with about 6.8 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 and humidity in Idlib
How often the day gets hot in Idlib (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, Idlib has about 9 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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Idlib 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.
Idlib has its best school-holiday weather during May half-term (score 88) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 42).
- 84
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Excellent
- 22 °C by day
- 6.7 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 88
May half-term
May – Jun
ExcellentBest holidays
- 29 °C by day
- 9.2 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 55
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Fair
- 34 °C by day
- 10.1 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 86
October half-term
Oct
Excellent
- 28 °C by day
- 6.8 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 42
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Fair
- 13 °C by day
- 3.4 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 4 h 35 min
- Distance
- 3,390 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.
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Idlib vs Antakya
In October Idlib has the better holiday weather (score 86 vs 78). During the day it is about as warm in Antakya as in Idlib.
| in October | Idlib | Antakya |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 86 | 78 |
| Daytime high | 28° | 28° |
| Sunshine | 7 h | 7 h |
| Rainy days | 6 | 7 |
| Best time | Apr – May, Oct – Nov | Apr – Jun, Nov |
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Frequently asked questions about Idlib
When is the best time to visit Idlib?
The best time to visit Idlib is from April to May and from October to November. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
What is the warmest month in Idlib?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 34 °C and nights around 22 °C. January is the coolest month at 12 °C.
When does it rain most in Idlib?
The wettest month is January with 88 mm of precipitation. The driest month is July with 1 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Idlib get?
Idlib gets around 2,570 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 10.6 hours a day; in December there are 3.3 hours a day.
What time zone is Idlib in?
Idlib is on UTC+3 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Idlib?
A nonstop flight from London to Idlib takes about 4 h 35 min, for a straight-line distance of about 3,390 km.
Which school holidays are best for Idlib?
Idlib has its best school-holiday weather during May half-term (score 88) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 42). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 84, May half-term 88, summer holidays 55, October half-term 86, Christmas holidays 42.