Climate for Station: Misurata, Misrata District, Libya

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Misratah, Libya

2026-03-01 04:26

14.5°C

Feels 13.5°C

H: 18.1°C / L: 13.7°C

Precip: 0mm | Wind: 14.8 kph

▼ 1.8°C vs historical high

Clear

2026-03-02

H: 18.2°C

L: 14.1°C

Rain: 0%

Rainfall: 0mm

Wind: 28.8kph

▼ 1.5°C

2026-03-03

H: 19°C

L: 14.5°C

Rain: 0%

Rainfall: 0mm

Wind: 29.9kph

▼ 0.6°C

2026-03-04

H: 19.9°C

L: 15.9°C

Rain: 0%

Rainfall: 0mm

Wind: 29.5kph

▲ 0.0°C

2026-03-05

H: 19.7°C

L: 15.1°C

Rain: 0%

Rainfall: 0mm

Wind: 33.5kph

▼ 0.5°C

2026-03-06

H: 21.6°C

L: 15.6°C

Rain: 0%

Rainfall: 0mm

Wind: 29.2kph

▲ 2.0°C

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Climate Analysis & Overview

Misurata, Libya experiences a complex climate story with a recent warming trend in low temperatures, contrasting with a long-term cooling in highs. Precipitation has become more evenly distributed, reflecting a shift in regional weather patterns.

Köppen Climate and Geographic Influence

Misurata, located along the Libyan coast, falls under the hot desert climate classification (BWh) according to the Köppen system. This classification is characterised by extremely hot summers and mild winters, with minimal precipitation. The Mediterranean Sea moderates temperatures slightly, but the region remains predominantly arid. The coastal position influences local weather patterns, contributing to the observed temperature trends and precipitation distribution.

Temperature Trends: A Tale of Two Scales

Over the past decade, Misurata has experienced a noticeable warming trend in low temperatures, with an increase of 1.44°C (2.59°F). This suggests that nights are becoming warmer, which could affect local agriculture and energy consumption patterns. In contrast, the all-time trend for lows shows a more modest warming of 0.41°C (0.74°F), indicating that recent years have seen an acceleration in warming.

Conversely, high temperatures have shown a cooling trend over the long term, with a decrease of 0.08°C (0.14°F). However, the past decade has seen a reversal, with highs increasing by 0.87°C (1.57°F). This divergence between short-term and long-term trends highlights the complexity of climate dynamics in the region.

Precipitation Patterns: A Shift Towards Evenness

The Precipitation Concentration Index (PCI) for Misurata has decreased from a baseline of 21.4 to a current value of 17.8. This indicates that precipitation events are becoming more evenly distributed throughout the year, rather than being concentrated in a few intense events. This shift could have significant implications for water resource management and agricultural planning in the region, as more consistent rainfall can support more stable crop yields.

Record Extremes: The Boundaries of Misurata's Climate

Misurata's climate extremes are marked by a record high of 51.2°C (124.2°F) and a record low of -1.1°C (30.0°F). These records underscore the wide temperature range experienced in this desert climate, with potential impacts on human health and infrastructure. The extreme heat poses challenges for energy demand and public health, particularly during the peak summer months.

Regional Climate Context and Implications

Libya's regional climate goals focus on adapting to changing weather patterns and mitigating the impacts of climate change. The observed trends in Misurata, particularly the warming of low temperatures and more evenly distributed precipitation, align with broader regional efforts to understand and adapt to climate variability. Recent weather events, such as unseasonal rainfall or heatwaves, further emphasise the need for robust climate adaptation strategies in the region.

Station Statistics

10-Year Trend

High: +0.87 °C/decade

Low: +1.44 °C/decade

Rain: -0.33 mm/decade

25-Year Trend

High: +0.20 °C/decade

Low: +0.37 °C/decade

Rain: +0.03 mm/decade

50-Year Trend

High: +0.33 °C/decade

Low: +0.49 °C/decade

Rain: +0.01 mm/decade

All-Time Trend

High: -0.08 °C/decade

Low: +0.41 °C/decade

Rain: +0.01 mm/decade

Percentage Above-Average Days

Last 12 Months: 51.0%

This Year: 68.5%

Precipitation Concentration Index (PCI) ℹ️

Last 12 Months: 23.7

Historical Average: 22.7

Percentile Rank of Last 12 Months ℹ️

High: 64^th percentile

Low: 99^th percentile

Rain: 58^th percentile

Change in Variance ℹ️

High: -6.5%

Low: -6.5%

Intraday: -23.7%

Data Coverage

69.7%

First Year of Data

1925

Station Location

Historical Weather Records

	Max High	Avg High	Min High	Max Avg	Avg Avg	Min Avg	Max Low	Avg Low	Min Low	Max Precipitation	Avg Precipitation	Max Snow	Avg Snow
Record	51.2 °C	—	8.5 °C	38.3 °C	—	6.4 °C	32.0 °C	—	-1.1 °C	89.8 mm	—	—	—
January	30.5 °C	17.8 °C	8.5 °C	22.8 °C	14.0 °C	6.4 °C	19.0 °C	9.8 °C	-1.1 °C	51.6 mm	1.8 mm	—	—
February	34.0 °C	18.6 °C	8.9 °C	23.8 °C	14.3 °C	6.9 °C	19.3 °C	9.9 °C	0.2 °C	37.4 mm	1.1 mm	—	—
March	38.9 °C	20.7 °C	9.4 °C	26.8 °C	16.0 °C	8.2 °C	22.9 °C	11.5 °C	-0.1 °C	41.3 mm	0.6 mm	—	—
April	45.2 °C	23.1 °C	14.3 °C	30.4 °C	18.3 °C	11.8 °C	24.4 °C	13.9 °C	1.2 °C	21.8 mm	0.3 mm	—	—
May	44.9 °C	26.1 °C	17.3 °C	35.1 °C	21.3 °C	14.4 °C	27.0 °C	16.8 °C	8.2 °C	55.3 mm	0.2 mm	—	—
June	51.2 °C	29.4 °C	20.0 °C	38.3 °C	24.6 °C	18.4 °C	31.8 °C	20.0 °C	10.0 °C	13.1 mm	0.1 mm	—	—
July	46.8 °C	31.2 °C	24.0 °C	35.6 °C	26.7 °C	21.5 °C	32.0 °C	22.4 °C	13.0 °C	3.3 mm	0.0 mm	—	—
August	44.4 °C	31.8 °C	22.1 °C	35.1 °C	27.6 °C	19.8 °C	28.5 °C	23.3 °C	14.9 °C	12.4 mm	0.1 mm	—	—
September	44.6 °C	30.8 °C	20.4 °C	35.0 °C	26.5 °C	19.6 °C	29.8 °C	22.4 °C	11.8 °C	89.8 mm	0.5 mm	—	—
October	41.2 °C	28.0 °C	18.8 °C	32.0 °C	23.6 °C	15.2 °C	27.1 °C	19.5 °C	6.8 °C	59.9 mm	1.1 mm	—	—
November	36.4 °C	23.8 °C	14.1 °C	29.3 °C	19.4 °C	11.3 °C	23.5 °C	15.1 °C	1.0 °C	71.9 mm	1.2 mm	—	—
December	32.2 °C	19.3 °C	8.9 °C	24.3 °C	15.4 °C	7.3 °C	21.5 °C	11.3 °C	2.0 °C	59.9 mm	1.8 mm	—	—