Libya travel advice

Explore our complete guide to Libya with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for Libya.

Libya travel guide - essential info

Below is a beginner's guide to Libya with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.

Libya - quick facts
Time difference UK +2 hours
Language(s) Arabic
Currency Libyan Dinar
Electricity C + L plug (230V)
Driving side Right

Why visit Libya?

Considering a holiday to the Libya? Here are some of the very good reasons it makes such a wonderful holiday destination be it for culture or nature to ensure you get the most out of your 2025/2026 escape.

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    Culture
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    Nature
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Libya weather

  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Maximum daytime temperature °C
17°C maximum daytime temperature in January in Tripoli17
19°C maximum daytime temperature in February in Tripoli19
21°C maximum daytime temperature in March in Tripoli21
25°C maximum daytime temperature in April in Tripoli25
29°C maximum daytime temperature in May in Tripoli29
33°C maximum daytime temperature in June in Tripoli33
33°C maximum daytime temperature in July in Tripoli33
34°C maximum daytime temperature in August in Tripoli34
32°C maximum daytime temperature in September in Tripoli32
28°C maximum daytime temperature in October in Tripoli28
23°C maximum daytime temperature in November in Tripoli23
18°C maximum daytime temperature in December in Tripoli18
Hours of sunshine (daily)
Days with some rainfall
9 days with some rainfall in January in Tripoli9
6 days with some rainfall in February in Tripoli6
4 days with some rainfall in March in Tripoli4
2 days with some rainfall in April in Tripoli2
2 days with some rainfall in May in Tripoli2
0 days with some rainfall in June in Tripoli0
0 days with some rainfall in July in Tripoli0
0 days with some rainfall in August in Tripoli0
1 day with some rainfall in September in Tripoli1
4 days with some rainfall in October in Tripoli4
6 days with some rainfall in November in Tripoli6
9 days with some rainfall in December in Tripoli9
Sea temperature °C
17°C sea temperature in January in Tripoli17
16°C sea temperature in February in Tripoli16
16°C sea temperature in March in Tripoli16
17°C sea temperature in April in Tripoli17
19°C sea temperature in May in Tripoli19
22°C sea temperature in June in Tripoli22
25°C sea temperature in July in Tripoli25
27°C sea temperature in August in Tripoli27
27°C sea temperature in September in Tripoli27
25°C sea temperature in October in Tripoli25
22°C sea temperature in November in Tripoli22
19°C sea temperature in December in Tripoli19

The Libya weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Tripoli.

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Libya travel advice

Check the latest travel advice on visiting Libya from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.

Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around Libya.

Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

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Libya travel health

Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Libya with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.

Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Libya, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.

Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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Libya travel features

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Libya FAQs

Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Libya including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.

Are there entry restrictions to Libya?

Libya is open for tourism from the UK.

Negative PCR or NAAT test results required for arrivals from the UK.

Check out Ministry of Health, Libya for more information.

What is the time difference between Libya and the UK?

The time difference between Libya and the UK is UK time+2 hours.

What is the main language spoken in Libya?

The main language spoken in Libya is Arabic.

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What is the currency in Libya?

The currency in Libya is the Libyan Dinar (LYD).

Which plugs are used in Libya?

Libya uses electrical plug type C + L (230 Volts).

Which side of the road do they drive on in Libya?

They drive on the right side of the road in Libya.

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