‘Āmūd al Hirmil Monument
Ancient pillar or archaeological site near Baalbek
‘Āmūd al Hirmil at a Glance#
Address: Baalbek-Hermel Governorate region, Lebanon
How to Get to ‘Āmūd al Hirmil#
Access from Baalbek city by local road; the site is best reached by car. Consult local authorities or guides for precise directions and to confirm safe passage, especially for remote locations.
Tips for Visiting ‘Āmūd al Hirmil#
- Visit with a local guide familiar with Baalbek-Hermel archaeology to understand regional layers of occupation.
- Bring sun protection; the Bekaa region can be hot and exposed in summer.
- Check with local authorities about access if the site is remote; rural roads in the governorate vary in condition.
Best Time to Visit ‘Āmūd al Hirmil#
Spring and autumn are generally the most comfortable and stable seasons for travel in the region.
Spring
Mar-May · 15-25°C
Blooming landscapes and pleasant field temperatures.
Autumn
Sep-Nov · 15-25°C
Cooler than summer with clear skies; good for travel.
Winter
Dec-Feb · 5-15°C
Cold in higher elevations; check local conditions.
Weather & Climate near ‘Āmūd al Hirmil#
Climate
‘Āmūd al Hirmil's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 34°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
Air Quality:
AQI 78
Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JuneJulySeptember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
42°
Warmest Month
-7°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Acceptable | 2° - 12° | 5° | 98 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 2.5 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.0h |
| February | Acceptable | 3° - 13° | 6° | 85 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 2.9 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.8h |
| March | Very Good | 5° - 17° | 11° | 68 mm | partly cloudy | 69% | 2.9 m/s | 1.1 high | 11.8h |
| April | Excellent | 9° - 23° | 16° | 37 mm | partly cloudy | 62% | 3.1 m/s | 1.6 very high | 12.9h |
| May | Ideal | 13° - 28° | 21° | 23 mm | some cloud | 55% | 3.1 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 13.8h |
| June | Ideal | 16° - 32° | 24° | 2 mm | clear | 49% | 3.7 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 14.3h |
| July | Ideal | 19° - 34° | 26° | 0 mm | clear | 47% | 4.1 m/s | 2.7 extreme | 14.1h |
| August | Ideal | 19° - 34° | 26° | 0 mm | clear | 53% | 3.0 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 13.3h |
| September | Ideal | 16° - 32° | 24° | 4 mm | clear | 56% | 2.6 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.3h |
| October | Excellent | 12° - 26° | 19° | 30 mm | mostly sunny | 59% | 2.2 m/s | 1.1 high | 11.2h |
| November | Very Good | 7° - 19° | 13° | 55 mm | some cloud | 65% | 1.9 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.2h |
| December | Acceptable | 4° - 13° | 8° | 85 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 1.9 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.7h |