Arch of Marcus Aurelius
The Arch of Marcus Aurelius in Tripoli is a triumphal arch and tetrapylon dedicated to Marcus Aurelius. Dating to 165, this structure is one of the most looked-up sights in Libya.
Planning a visit
Tripoli experiences hot summers and mild, cooler winters with some rain. July and August are the hottest months, reaching daily highs of 28 °C to 30 °C with almost no precipitation. For milder weather, consider visiting from March to May or September to October, when daily highs range between 18 °C and 29 °C and rain is minimal. January and December are the coolest and wettest months, with daily highs of 16 °C to 18 °C and approximately 71 mm to 73 mm of rain.
The nearest airport is Mitiga International Airport (MJI), located 11 km from the site. The arch is situated 2 km from the center of Tripoli. Travelers can combine a visit to the arch with nearby locations. The Red Castle Museum is 0.6 km away, and Martyrs' Square is 0.7 km away. The Tripoli Cathedral is also accessible, located 1.4 km from the arch.
Weather by month
The warmest month is August, with an average high of 30 °C. The wettest is January, with about 73 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 16 | 17 | 18 | 21 | 24 | 27 | 29 | 30 | 29 | 26 | 21 | 18 |
| Average low, °C | 12 | 12 | 13 | 15 | 18 | 21 | 23 | 24 | 24 | 21 | 17 | 13 |
| Rainfall, mm | 73 | 34 | 22 | 10 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 29 | 52 | 71 |
| Rainy days | 5 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 8 | 4 | 8 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
