In terms of weather the best times to visit the country are spring and autumn. The summer coastal climate is hot and humid, but in the mountains it is very pleasant. Winter is mild and rainy in the lowlands and it snows at elevations over 1300 metres. Skiing during the winter months is popular at Faraya and the Cedars.
Tour operators offer ski-season holiday packages.
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