Arrapha Archaeological Site
Ancient Assyrian city site near modern Kirkuk
Arrapha is the site of an ancient city in present-day Kirkuk Governorate, Iraq; it attracts historians and archaeologists studying Mesopotamian and Near Eastern urban history.
Arrapha at a Glance#
How to Get to Arrapha#
Arrapha corresponds to an archaeological area in Iraq’s upper Mesopotamian region near modern Kirkuk Governorate. Access depends on local security and permissions; consult regional authorities or academic programs for access details.
Tips for Visiting Arrapha#
- If interested in archaeology, connect with local authorities for permission to view excavated finds-many artifacts are in regional museums.
- Bring sun protection and water; sites in this region can be exposed and hot during summer.
- Hire a local guide for context-Archaeological landscapes in Iraq are layered and complicated; expert narration adds much.
Best Time to Visit Arrapha#
Best visited in spring or autumn for manageable temperatures and clearer conditions for archaeological exploration.
Weather & Climate near Arrapha#
Arrapha's climate is classified as Hot Semi-Arid - Hot Semi-Arid climate with very hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 4°C to 43°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Good | 4° - 13° | 8° | 57 mm | some cloud | 63% | 2.1 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.9h |
| February | Very Good | 6° - 16° | 11° | 64 mm | some cloud | 61% | 2.3 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.8h |
| March | Very Good | 10° - 20° | 15° | 70 mm | some cloud | 55% | 2.7 m/s | 1.0 high | 11.8h |
| April | Excellent | 14° - 26° | 20° | 48 mm | partly cloudy | 49% | 2.6 m/s | 1.5 high | 13.0h |
| May | Ideal | 20° - 34° | 27° | 15 mm | some cloud | 35% | 2.6 m/s | 2.0 very high | 13.9h |
| June | Ideal | 25° - 40° | 33° | 0 mm | clear | 20% | 3.1 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 14.4h |
| July | Ideal | 28° - 43° | 36° | 0 mm | clear | 16% | 2.9 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 14.1h |
| August | Ideal | 28° - 43° | 35° | 0 mm | clear | 16% | 2.7 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 13.3h |
| September | Ideal | 24° - 38° | 31° | 0 mm | clear | 19% | 2.3 m/s | 1.6 very high | 12.3h |
| October | Ideal | 18° - 32° | 25° | 5 mm | mostly sunny | 30% | 2.0 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 11.2h |
| November | Excellent | 11° - 23° | 17° | 38 mm | mostly sunny | 49% | 1.7 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 10.2h |
| December | Very Good | 7° - 16° | 11° | 58 mm | some cloud | 60% | 1.7 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.7h |