Benghazi Cathedral

Church Former Catholic cathedral in Benghazi with colonial architecture

A large early-20th-century church building in Benghazi noted by architecture and history visitors; seen in the context of the city’s changing urban landscape.

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Benghazi Cathedral
Benghazi, Libya
32.1141, 20.0595

How to Get to Benghazi Cathedral #

Benghazi is reached by road from other Libyan cities; the city also has an airport (Benina International Airport). Due to security and administrative concerns, visitors should seek up-to-date travel advice and local guidance before attempting a visit.

Tips for Visiting Benghazi Cathedral #

  • Confirm opening status before travel - the cathedral's condition and access have fluctuated with local circumstances.
  • Respect local regulations and security when visiting; Benghazi has experienced political instability in recent years.
  • If access is possible, use local guides to navigate neighborhood access and learn the building's layered history.

Best Time to Visit Benghazi Cathedral #

Check local safety and access conditions before planning a visit; historical sites in Benghazi have had variable accessibility.

Autumn-Spring
October-April · 50-75°F (10-24°C)
Milder temperatures and more comfortable conditions for outdoor exploration.

Weather & Climate near Benghazi Cathedral #

Climate

Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 10°C to 30°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
37°
Warmest Month
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 17°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

74 Very Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
10° 17°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

54 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
10.1h daylight

February

February is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

72 Very Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
10° 18°
70%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

36 mm
Rainfall
5.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
10.9h daylight

March

March is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

80 Excellent

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
11° 20°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

16 mm
Rainfall
5.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
11.9h daylight

April

April is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 14°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.

90 Ideal

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
14° 24°
66%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

6 mm
Rainfall
5.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.7
UV Index
Very High
12.9h daylight

May

May is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 17°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.

92 Ideal

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
17° 27°
65%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

2 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
13.7h daylight

June

June is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 20°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

96 Ideal

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
20° 29°
68%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

2 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
14.1h daylight

July

July is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 21°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and mostly sunny skies.

96 Ideal

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
21° 29°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
13.9h daylight

August

August is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 22°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and mostly sunny skies.

96 Ideal

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
22° 30°
70%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
13.2h daylight

September

September is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 21°C. Almost no rain.

94 Ideal

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
21° 30°
67%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

3 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.7
UV Index
Very High
12.2h daylight

October

October is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 18°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

90 Ideal

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
18° 28°
67%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

16 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
11.2h daylight

November

November is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 14°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

88 Excellent

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
14° 23°
67%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

28 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
10.4h daylight

December

December is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 11°C. The wettest month with 60 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.

68 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
11° 19°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

60 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Low
9.9h daylight

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