AI-generatedTartus at a glance
- Best time
- Mar – May, Nov
- Warmest month
- Aug · 33°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 28.6°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,930 h
- Rain a year
- 390 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+3
- Elevation
- 20 m
Climate in Tartus
Tartus has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 33 °C, while January is the coolest at 17 °C. With around 2,930 hours of sunshine a year, Tartus is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 11.3 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Tartus
The best time to visit Tartus is from March to May and in November. 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 November to April. In August it can get very hot, with highs of up to 33 °C. The wettest month is January with 86 mm of precipitation.
Tartus through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Tartus in spring
Mar – May
Excellent
- 21–28 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 8.2 h of sun a day
- 17 rainy days in all
Tartus in summer
Jun – Aug
Good
- 31–33 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 11.0 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day in all
Tartus in autumn
Sep – Nov
Good
- 24–32 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 7.8 h of sun a day
- 13 rainy days in all
Tartus in winter
Dec – Feb
Good
- 17–19 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 5.0 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
Nov – Apr
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Peak heat
Aug
Highs of 33 °C or more
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Your best months: April, November
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Good
Best time to visit: March – May, November
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forBeach & swimming
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 21°
- Midday, 13:00: about 29°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 29°
- Evening, 20:00: about 24°
- Night, 23:00: about 22°
06:4118:03
Warm enough for a T-shirt in the evening.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 06:25–07:15 · evening 17:29–18:19
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:16–06:25 · evening 18:19–18:28
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 Tartus compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 31° at the start of the month to 27° at the end. The sea cools from 27° to 25°. The days get 1.0 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 31° | 27° |
| Night-time low | 20° | 16° |
| Sea | 27° | 25° |
| Daylight | 11.9 h | 10.9 h |
What is the weather like in Tartus in October?
In October, Tartus is hot: daytime highs average 30 °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 7.6 hours a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 27 mm. On about 13 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Tartus.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 22 min06:41 – 18:03
- UV index
- 5 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 8 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 14 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 26 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 13 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+3offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %69 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %77 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %92 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “City break”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Light, breathable clothes
- Water bottle – drink plenty
Compare two months in Tartus
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
April has the better holiday weather in Tartus: score 96 against 77. In April, days are 6 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 8 °C cooler in April. The sun shines an hour longer a day in April.
| Month | October | April |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 77 | 96better |
| Daytime high | 30° | 24° |
| Night-time low | 19° | 14° |
| Sea | 26.1° | 18.6° |
| Sunshine | 7.6 h | 8.3 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 5 | 5 |
| Rainfall | 27 mm | 26 mm |
| Muggy days | 8 | 0better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Tartus month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
65January17° · Sea 19° · 4.8 h
In January, Tartus is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 18.7 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 4.8 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 86 mm in total. All in all, January is a good month for a holiday in Tartus.
Tartus in January77February18° · Sea 18° · 5.6 h
In February, Tartus is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 17.6 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 69 mm in total. All in all, February is a good month for a holiday in Tartus.
Tartus in February81March21° · Sea 18° · 6.6 h
In March, Tartus is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 17.5 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 6.6 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 58 mm in total. All in all, March is an excellent month for a holiday in Tartus.
Tartus in March96April24° · Sea 19° · 8.3 h
In April, Tartus is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 18.6 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.3 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 26 mm in total. All in all, April is an excellent month for a holiday in Tartus.
Tartus in April92May28° · Sea 21° · 9.8 h
In May, Tartus is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 21.4 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 9.8 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 12 mm in total. On about 10 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Tartus.
Tartus in May77June31° · Sea 25° · 11.1 h
In June, Tartus is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 24.9 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 11.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 17 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, June is a good month for a holiday in Tartus.
Tartus in June65July33° · Sea 28° · 11.3 h
In July, Tartus is hot: daytime highs average 33 °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 11.3 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is a good month for a holiday in Tartus.
Tartus in July62August33° · Sea 29° · 10.6 h
In August, Tartus is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °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 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. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is a good month for a holiday in Tartus.
Tartus in August69September32° · Sea 28° · 9.5 h
In September, Tartus is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 28.2 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 9.5 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 24 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Tartus.
Tartus in September77October30° · Sea 26° · 7.6 h
In October, Tartus is hot: daytime highs average 30 °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 7.6 hours a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 27 mm. On about 13 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Tartus.
Tartus in October86November24° · Sea 23° · 6.2 h
In November, Tartus is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 23.3 °C – pleasant for swimming. Expect around 6.2 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 35 mm. All in all, November is an excellent month for a holiday in Tartus.
Tartus in November72December19° · Sea 21° · 4.6 h
In December, Tartus is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 20.8 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 4.6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 70 mm in total. All in all, December is a good month for a holiday in Tartus.
Tartus in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Tartus
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 8 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (8°), 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) in May and in October. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 107 days a year, mostly from July 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 | 65 | 17° | 8° | 18.7° | 4.8 h | 12 | 86 |
| FebruaryFeb | 77 | 18° | 9° | 17.6° | 5.6 h | 10 | 69 |
| MarchMar | 81 | 21° | 11° | 17.5° | 6.6 h | 9 | 58 |
| AprilApr | 96 | 24° | 14° | 18.6° | 8.3 h | 5 | 26 |
| MayMay | 92 | 28° | 17° | 21.4° | 9.8 h | 3 | 12 |
| JuneJun | 77 | 31° | 21° | 24.9° | 11.1 h | 1 | 2 |
| JulyJul | 65 | 33° | 24° | 27.5° | 11.3 h | 0 | 0 |
| AugustAug | 62 | 33° | 24° | 28.6° | 10.6 h | 0 | 0 |
| SeptemberSep | 69 | 32° | 22° | 28.2° | 9.5 h | 2 | 7 |
| OctoberOct | 77 | 30° | 19° | 26.1° | 7.6 h | 5 | 27 |
| NovemberNov | 86 | 24° | 14° | 23.3° | 6.2 h | 6 | 35 |
| DecemberDec | 72 | 19° | 10° | 20.8° | 4.6 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
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Sea temperature in Tartus
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 25.1 – 26.9 °C
Swimming season: May – Dec
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Tartus ranges from 17.5 °C in March to 28.6 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from May to December.
From December to January 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 28.0 and 29.4 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 18.7° | 18.1° | 19.5° | fresh |
| FebruaryFeb | 17.6° | 17.0° | 18.3° | fresh |
| MarchMar | 17.5° | 16.8° | 18.3° | fresh |
| AprilApr | 18.6° | 17.8° | 19.3° | fresh |
| MayMay | 21.4° | 20.6° | 22.1° | refreshing |
| JuneJun | 24.9° | 24.1° | 25.6° | pleasant |
| JulyJul | 27.5° | 26.8° | 28.1° | warm |
| AugustAug | 28.6° | 28.0° | 29.4° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 28.2° | 27.6° | 29.0° | warm |
| OctoberOct | 26.1° | 25.1° | 26.9° | warm |
| NovemberNov | 23.3° | 22.1° | 24.0° | pleasant |
| DecemberDec | 20.8° | 20.0° | 21.7° | refreshing |
Sunshine hours in Tartus
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 7.6 of 11.4 hours of daylight in Tartus, 67 % 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 Tartus: 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, Tartus has about 5 rainy days with 27 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Tartus
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 and clouds in Tartus
How breezy and how cloudy Tartus 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 Tartus 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 Tartus: mostly sunny, with about 7.6 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 Tartus
How often the day gets hot in Tartus (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, Tartus has about 13 hot days, with an average daytime high of 30 °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
Planning a trip to Tartus
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Tartus 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.
Tartus has its best school-holiday weather during the Easter holidays (score 91) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 63).
- 91
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
ExcellentBest holidays
- 23 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 7.8 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 89
May half-term
May – Jun
Excellent
- 29 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 10.1 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 63
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Good
- 33 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 10.8 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 77
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 7.6 h of sun a day
- 5 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 69
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Good
- 18 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 4.7 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
- 3,420 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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Tartus vs Baniyas
In October the holiday weather in Tartus and Baniyas is about equally good (score 77 vs 79). During the day Baniyas is 2 °C cooler than Tartus. The sea is about equally warm. Baniyas gets one hour less sunshine a day.
| in October | Tartus | Baniyas |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 77 | 79 |
| Daytime high | 30° | 28° |
| Sea | 26° | 26° |
| Sunshine | 8 h | 7 h |
| Rainy days | 5 | 8 |
| Best time | Mar – May, Nov | May – Oct |
Through the year
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Frequently asked questions about Tartus
When is the best time to visit Tartus?
The best time to visit Tartus is from March to May and in November. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Tartus?
The sea temperature in Tartus ranges from 17.5 °C in March 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 Tartus in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 26.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming.
What is the warmest month in Tartus?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 33 °C and nights around 24 °C. January is the coolest month at 17 °C.
When does it rain most in Tartus?
The wettest month is January with 86 mm of precipitation. The driest month is August with 0 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Tartus get?
Tartus gets around 2,930 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 11.3 hours a day; in December there are 4.6 hours a day.
What time zone is Tartus in?
Tartus is on UTC+3 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Tartus?
A nonstop flight from London to Tartus takes about 4 h 40 min, for a straight-line distance of about 3,420 km.
Which school holidays are best for Tartus?
Tartus has its best school-holiday weather during the Easter holidays (score 91) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 63). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 91, May half-term 89, summer holidays 63, October half-term 77, Christmas holidays 69.