When to Damascus
Climate guide & best times to travel
Best Time to Visit
Month-by-Month Guide
January
January brings the coolest temperatures of the year with highs of 55°F and lows of 33°F. This is the wettest month with 1.0 inches of rainfall, making it the heart of the brief winter season. Despite being winter, temperatures remain quite mild compared to most US locations.
February
February continues the mild winter pattern with slightly warmer temperatures reaching 59°F during the day and 35°F at night. Rainfall remains significant at 0.9 inches, making it the second wettest month of the year. The weather begins its gradual transition toward spring.
March
March marks the beginning of spring with pleasant highs of 68°F and cool nights at 40°F. Rainfall drops significantly to just 0.5 inches, signaling the start of the drier season. This is an excellent month for outdoor activities with comfortable temperatures and reduced precipitation.
April
April offers delightful spring weather with highs reaching 77°F and nighttime lows of 46°F. Rainfall becomes minimal at just 0.2 inches, creating ideal conditions for sightseeing and outdoor exploration. The weather is warm but not yet hot, making it perfect for most activities.
May
May brings warmer temperatures with highs of 87°F and comfortable nighttime lows of 53°F. Rainfall remains very low at 0.2 inches, continuing the dry trend. This is the last month of truly comfortable temperatures before the intense summer heat arrives.
June
June ushers in the hot, dry summer season with temperatures climbing to 95°F during the day and 60°F at night. Rainfall drops to zero, beginning the completely dry summer period. The heat becomes intense but humidity remains manageable for those who enjoy hot weather.
July
July is the hottest month of the year with scorching highs of 100°F and warm nights at 65°F. No rainfall occurs during this peak summer month, creating completely dry conditions. The intense heat makes this ideal for sun lovers but challenging for extensive outdoor activities during midday.
August
August continues the intense summer heat with highs of 99°F and nighttime temperatures of 65°F. Like July, this month receives zero rainfall, maintaining the completely dry summer conditions. The heat remains at its most intense, requiring careful planning for outdoor activities.
September
September begins the gradual cooling trend with highs of 94°F and nighttime lows of 59°F. The month remains completely dry with zero rainfall, extending the summer drought conditions. Temperatures start to become more manageable while still maintaining the dry, sunny weather.
October
October brings welcome relief from summer heat with comfortable highs of 84°F and cool nights at 51°F. A trace amount of rainfall returns at 0.2 inches, ending the long dry season. This marks the beginning of the pleasant fall season with ideal weather for most activities.
November
November offers mild autumn weather with highs of 69°F and cool nights of 41°F. Rainfall increases to 0.8 inches as the wet season approaches, though conditions remain generally pleasant. This is an excellent month for outdoor activities before winter rains arrive.
December
December transitions into winter with cooler highs of 58°F and nighttime lows of 35°F. Rainfall increases to 0.9 inches, marking the return of the wetter winter season. Despite being winter, temperatures remain mild and the weather is generally pleasant for those preferring cooler conditions.