Barad, Syria Archaeological Site
Ancient archaeological site in Aleppo Governorate, Syria
Barad, Syria at a Glance#
How to Get to Barad, Syria#
Barad is in Aleppo Governorate; access depends on local conditions and security. Historically reached via regional roads from Aleppo city or al-Bab. Travel should be planned with current local advice.
Tips for Visiting Barad, Syria#
- Wear sturdy shoes; much of the site is ruinous and requires careful footing.
- Bring plenty of water and a hat - summers can be hot and shade sparse.
Best Time to Visit Barad, Syria#
Spring and autumn are the most comfortable seasons for visiting archaeological sites in Syria's interior.
Spring
March-May · 15-25°C
Milder temperatures suit exploration of the ruins and surrounding hills.
Autumn
September-November · 18-28°C
Good travel conditions and easing of summer heat.
Weather & Climate near Barad, Syria#
Climate
Barad, Syria's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with hot summers (peaking in August) 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 68
Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JulyJuneSeptember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
46°
Warmest Month
-6°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Acceptable | 2° - 9° | 4° | 94 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 2.0 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.8h |
| February | Acceptable | 2° - 11° | 5° | 80 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 2.2 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 10.7h |
| March | Very Good | 5° - 16° | 11° | 66 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 2.3 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Very Good | 10° - 21° | 16° | 46 mm | partly cloudy | 67% | 2.3 m/s | 1.4 high | 13.0h |
| May | Excellent | 14° - 27° | 21° | 25 mm | some cloud | 61% | 2.5 m/s | 1.9 very high | 14.0h |
| June | Ideal | 18° - 31° | 25° | 4 mm | clear | 52% | 3.0 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 14.5h |
| July | Ideal | 21° - 34° | 28° | 0 mm | clear | 49% | 3.5 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 14.2h |
| August | Ideal | 21° - 34° | 28° | 1 mm | clear | 53% | 3.0 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 13.4h |
| September | Ideal | 18° - 32° | 25° | 4 mm | clear | 53% | 2.4 m/s | 1.6 very high | 12.3h |
| October | Ideal | 13° - 26° | 20° | 29 mm | mostly sunny | 54% | 1.6 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 11.1h |
| November | Very Good | 7° - 18° | 12° | 50 mm | some cloud | 63% | 1.4 m/s | 0.5 low | 10.1h |
| December | Acceptable | 3° - 11° | 6° | 92 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 1.6 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.6h |
