Lebanon — Sea Water Temperature and Annual Ranges
Up-to-date sea water temperatures for the coasts of Lebanon. Learn about today’s conditions, monthly averages, and how the surrounding seas and oceans vary by season. We find every place where you can swim and show you the water temperature there today and throughout the year.
Sea Water Temperature Along the Coast
Chart of Average Temperature Changes Over the Last 60 Days
Places with the Warmest Sea Water Today
The Most Popular Seaside Places
Coastal Seas and Oceans
Water Temperature and Swimming Overview
Regions and Map
Water Temperature Trends
Lebanon’s coastline on the eastern Mediterranean experiences pleasantly warm sea temperatures for much of the year. Typical seasonal ranges are roughly 16–18 °C (61–64 °F) in winter (December–February), warming to about 17–22 °C (63–72 °F) in spring (March–May). Summer (June–August) sees the warmest waters, often between 24–29 °C (75–84 °F), with August commonly at the peak. In autumn (September–November) temperatures gradually fall, generally ranging from 20–25 °C (68–77 °F) in early autumn down toward the winter values by late November. Local variations occur with nearshore shallows warming faster than offshore waters, and specific spots can be influenced by coastal currents and weather patterns.
Swimming Conditions
Swimming along Lebanon’s coast is widely practiced and permitted, and the summer months are the most comfortable and popular for bathing because of the warm sea and calm conditions. Public and private beaches, seaside resorts, and municipal swimming areas are commonly used, and lifeguard services are more prevalent during the official bathing season. Swimming can be less comfortable in winter when waters are colder and conditions rougher, and occasional closures or advisories may be issued for safety or water-quality reasons. Visitors should observe local signs, heed lifeguards, and be aware of possible rocky shores and periodic pollution pockets near urban outflows; when conditions are calm and water quality is good, the Mediterranean off Lebanon offers excellent opportunities for recreational swimming, snorkeling, and coastal activities.