A. Climate

The climate along the coast of Lebanon is generally mild. The days in mid-summer are quite warm and the nights are cool. Freezing weather is uncommon. The major portion of the annual rainfall occurs during the period of November through March.

B. Weather Data Summary

C. Winds

Wind directions and velocity are subject to rapid change without warning and precautions are necessary to avoid difficulties. The heaviest seas and swells are from the southwest through west to northwest. Winds of force 11 have been recorded