Benghazi ZooBenghazi Zoo is a municipal zoo located in the city of Benghazi in northeastern Libya. It functions as a local recreational site within the urban area.
The site contains animal enclosures and parkland used by residents for leisure and family visits. Public information about specific species collections, opening hours, and facilities is limited.
The zoo is operated within the municipal framework of Benghazi and has served as a city amenity rather than a large regional zoological institution. Detailed historical records and exact founding dates are not broadly published.
The zoo sits inside Benghazi city limits on Libya’s Mediterranean coast, within the Benghazi District.
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Best Time to Visit Benghazi Zoo#
A local zoo with constrained facilities; check for current operational status before visiting.
Weather & Climate near Benghazi Zoo#
Benghazi Zoo's climate is classified as Hot Semi-Arid - Hot Semi-Arid climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 9°C to 31°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Very Good | 9° - 17° | 13° | 56 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 4.4 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 10.1h |
| February | Very Good | 10° - 18° | 14° | 37 mm | partly cloudy | 70% | 4.9 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.9h |
| March | Excellent | 11° - 21° | 16° | 16 mm | partly cloudy | 69% | 4.9 m/s | 1.3 high | 11.9h |
| April | Ideal | 14° - 24° | 19° | 6 mm | partly cloudy | 66% | 5.2 m/s | 1.7 very high | 12.9h |
| May | Ideal | 17° - 28° | 23° | 2 mm | partly cloudy | 65% | 4.1 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 13.7h |
| June | Ideal | 20° - 30° | 25° | 2 mm | mostly sunny | 68% | 4.3 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 14.1h |
| July | Ideal | 21° - 30° | 26° | 0 mm | mostly sunny | 71% | 4.7 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 13.9h |
| August | Ideal | 22° - 31° | 26° | 0 mm | mostly sunny | 70% | 4.1 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 13.2h |
| September | Ideal | 21° - 30° | 25° | 3 mm | some cloud | 67% | 4.8 m/s | 1.7 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Ideal | 18° - 28° | 23° | 16 mm | partly cloudy | 67% | 4.4 m/s | 1.1 high | 11.2h |
| November | Excellent | 14° - 23° | 19° | 30 mm | partly cloudy | 67% | 4.4 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.4h |
| December | Good | 11° - 19° | 15° | 62 mm | partly cloudy | 69% | 4.5 m/s | 0.5 low | 9.9h |
How to Get to Benghazi Zoo#
Benghazi Zoo is within the urban area of Benghazi. Local taxis are the usual way to reach it; public transit in the city is informal and often reliant on shared minibus services. Consult local contacts for updated directions and safety information.
Tips for Visiting Benghazi Zoo#
- Confirm opening status before planning a visit due to variable conditions and limited services.
- Local guides or hosts can provide the safest access routes and up-to-date information on animal welfare efforts.
- Photographers should respect animal welfare regulations and any restricted areas.