The best times to visit Misratah for ideal weather are
October 15th to June 3rd
based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.
Misratah Travel Guide
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Weather in Misratah
Temperature
Average temperatures in Misratah vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice most of the year, excluding some hot weeks in the summer, with a very low chance of rain throughout the year. The area is more temperate than most — in the 70th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Misratah, the hottest months are August, July, and then September. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid to late August where highs are regularly around 91.7°F (33.2°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 76°F (24.4°C) at night.
Misratah Temperatures (Fahrenheit)
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Misratah Temperatures (Celsius)
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“Feels-Like” Temperatures
The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.
Misratah Perceived Temperature (F)
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Misratah Perceived Temperature (C)
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Average Misratah Temperatures by Month
Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.
Show Fahrenheit
Month | Avg. High (°F) | Avg. Mean (°F) | Avg. Low (°F) |
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Jan | 66.1 | 58.6 | 51.8 |
Feb | 66.4 | 58.3 | 51.1 |
Mar | 70.6 | 61.8 | 54 |
Apr | 75.7 | 66.6 | 59.1 |
May | 80.8 | 71.8 | 64.3 |
Jun | 85.8 | 76.9 | 69.2 |
Jul | 88.7 | 81.3 | 74 |
Aug | 90.5 | 82.7 | 75.3 |
Sep | 89 | 80.4 | 73.6 |
Oct | 83.9 | 75.4 | 67.9 |
Nov | 75.6 | 67.3 | 59.8 |
Dec | 67 | 59.7 | 52.8 |
Show Celsius
Month | Avg. High (°C) | Avg. Mean (°C) | Avg. Low (°C) |
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Jan | 18.9 | 14.8 | 11 |
Feb | 19.1 | 14.6 | 10.6 |
Mar | 21.4 | 16.6 | 12.2 |
Apr | 24.3 | 19.2 | 15.1 |
May | 27.1 | 22.1 | 17.9 |
Jun | 29.9 | 24.9 | 20.7 |
Jul | 31.5 | 27.4 | 23.3 |
Aug | 32.5 | 28.2 | 24.1 |
Sep | 31.7 | 26.9 | 23.1 |
Oct | 28.8 | 24.1 | 19.9 |
Nov | 24.2 | 19.6 | 15.4 |
Dec | 19.4 | 15.4 | 11.6 |
Precipitation (Rain or Snow)
If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Misratah are June, July, and then August. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early to mid April. For example, on the week of April 9th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early December with an average of 1 days of significant precipitation the week of December 3rd.
When can you find snow in Misratah? Weather stations report very large amounts of snow likely to be deepest around December, especially close to late December. The best time to ski (if at all) in Misratah is often around around January 15th when fresh powder is deepest. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.
Chance of Precipitation
The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Misratah.
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Snow on the Ground
The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Misratah (in).
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Average Rain and Snow by Month
Show Inches
Month | Daily Chance of Rain | Average Snow Depth (in) | Total Precipitation (in) |
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Jan | 14% | 0 | 1.5 |
Feb | 11% | 0 | 1.3 |
Mar | 5% | 0 | 0.7 |
Apr | 2% | 0 | 0.3 |
May | 1% | 0 | 0.3 |
Jun | 0% | 0 | 0 |
Jul | 0% | 0 | 0 |
Aug | 0% | 0 | 0.1 |
Sep | 3% | 0 | 0.3 |
Oct | 9% | 0 | 1.3 |
Nov | 9% | 0 | 1 |
Dec | 13% | 45.3 | 1.7 |
Show Centimeters
Month | Daily Chance of Rain | Average Snow Depth (cm) | Total Precipitation (cm) |
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Jan | 14 | 0 | 3.8 |
Feb | 11 | 0 | 3.3 |
Mar | 5 | 0 | 1.8 |
Apr | 2 | 0 | 0.8 |
May | 1 | 0 | 0.8 |
Jun | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Jul | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Aug | 0 | 0 | 0.3 |
Sep | 3 | 0 | 0.8 |
Oct | 9 | 0 | 3.3 |
Nov | 9 | 0 | 2.5 |
Dec | 13 | 115.1 | 4.3 |
Humidity and Wind
Misratah has some high humidity months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is November (53.4% relative humidity), and the most humid month is August (61.5%).
Wind in Misratah is usually moderate. The windiest month is February, followed by May and March. February’s average wind speed of around 9.5 knots (10.9 MPH or 17.5 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late January where average top sustained speeds reach 16.7 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.
Relative Humidity (%)
The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Misratah.
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Wind
The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.
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Average Wind Speeds
Show Wind Speeds
All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.
Month | Avg. Wind | Avg. Wind Feel | Sustained High Wind | High Wind Feel |
Jan | 8.4 | Gentle breeze | 14.1 | Significant breeze |
Feb | 9.5 | Gentle breeze | 15.5 | Significant breeze |
Mar | 8.9 | Gentle breeze | 14.6 | Significant breeze |
Apr | 8.8 | Gentle breeze | 14.3 | Significant breeze |
May | 9.1 | Gentle breeze | 14.9 | Significant breeze |
Jun | 8 | Gentle breeze | 13.3 | Significant breeze |
Jul | 7.1 | Gentle breeze | 12.5 | Significant breeze |
Aug | 6.8 | Light breeze | 12.6 | Significant breeze |
Sep | 7.3 | Gentle breeze | 12.7 | Significant breeze |
Oct | 7.4 | Gentle breeze | 12.9 | Significant breeze |
Nov | 7 | Gentle breeze | 12.1 | Significant breeze |
Dec | 8.4 | Gentle breeze | 13.9 | Significant breeze |
Show Relative Humidity by Month
Month | Avg. Relative Humidity |
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Jan | 59.4% |
Feb | 54.9% |
Mar | 55.9% |
Apr | 56.6% |
May | 56.2% |
Jun | 58.8% |
Jul | 61.2% |
Aug | 61.5% |
Sep | 58.9% |
Oct | 56.3% |
Nov | 53.4% |
Dec | 55.9% |
Is it Safe to Travel to Misratah?
Our best data indicates this area is generally not safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are very strong travel warnings for Libya; avoid all travel. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Sep 18, 2023.
The Busiest and Least Crowded Months
The busiest month for tourism in Misratah, Libya is August, followed by July and March. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Misratah in December. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.
Estimated Tourism by Month
Most Popular Months to Visit
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Overall Misratah Travel Experience by Season
Spring (March through May)
Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 82.7°F (28.2°C) and 67.8°F (19.9°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 0 to 2 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.
Summer (June through August)
The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the least precipitation with about 0 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Misratah, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.
Fall (September through November)
Fall daily highs range from 91.7°F (33.2°C) and 73.5°F (23.1°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 1 to 3 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.
Winter (December through February)
Weather is somewhat cool this time of year in Misratah to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 67.8°F (19.9°C) and 64.8°F (18.2°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 3 to 4 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.
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