Zahlé
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Climate normals · 2016–2025
When to go: Zahlé month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Zahlé are typically April, May and October, with average daytime highs around 20–25°C. August is usually the warmest month (average high 32°C), January the coldest (average low 2°C), and January the wettest (about 104 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10.5 | 1.7 | 104 | 7.8 |
| February | 12.0 | 2.1 | 64 | 8.7 |
| March | 15.0 | 4.3 | 62 | 9.6 |
| April | 20.3 | 8.2 | 26 | 11.6 |
| May | 25.0 | 11.7 | 13 | 12.7 |
| June | 29.3 | 15.2 | 2 | 13.5 |
| July | 32.0 | 17.6 | 0 | 13.5 |
| August | 32.2 | 17.6 | 0 | 12.9 |
| September | 29.9 | 15.6 | 2 | 11.8 |
| October | 25.0 | 12.5 | 12 | 10.5 |
| November | 18.6 | 7.7 | 28 | 9.2 |
| December | 13.3 | 4.1 | 67 | 7.7 |
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01 · OverviewZahlé, in brief
landscape and climate
Zahlé is a city situated in eastern Lebanon and serves as the capital and largest city of the Beqaa Governorate. Positioned 55 km east of the capital Beirut, the municipality lies close to the Beirut-Damascus road at the junction of Mount Lebanon and the Beqaa Valley, resting at a mean elevation of 1,000 m.
Geographically defined by its striking natural setting, the settlement is known as the Bride of the Beqaa and the Neighbor of the Gorge. The area is widely recognized throughout the region for its pleasant climate and numerous riverside restaurants, complemented by its reputation as a center for quality arak and viticulture, earning it the additional moniker the City of Wine and Poetry.
Human activity in the broader area spans at least five thousand years. The topography places the urban center where mountainous terrain meets valley flatlands, creating a distinct environmental backdrop that historically supported agriculture, grain trade, and livestock routes connecting to major centers like Aleppo, Damascus, and Beirut. Settled in the 18th century by Christians establishing a predominantly Greek Catholic character, the location has maintained its distinct regional identity across centuries of transformation within the Bekaa administrative division.
Frequently Asked Questions about Zahlé
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01 · Q&AWhere is Zahlé located and what are its coordinates?
Zahlé is situated in Lebanon at geographic coordinates 33.8468, 35.9020, with an elevation monitored in regional geographic surveys.
02 · Q&AWhat is the population and time zone of Zahlé?
Zahlé has a recorded population of approximately 78,145 and observes the Asia/Beirut time zone.
03 · Q&AWhat languages and currency are used in Zahlé?
Official and commonly spoken languages in Zahlé include AR-LB, FR-LB, English, HY, with LBP used for local transactions.
04 · Q&AHow can I check live conditions and daily updates for Zahlé?
Today's Atlas provides continuous tracking for Zahlé, featuring real-time weather conditions, daylight cycles, local geographic signals, and verified daily briefs.