Barqusya Ruins
Former Palestinian village site in southern Israel
Barqusya at a Glance#
About Barqusya#
Barqusya is a place in Israel’s Southern District; available data identifies it as a named locality in the region. Publicly accessible descriptive details about the site’s features and history are limited in widely available sources.
Because published information on this specific locality is limited, visitors should consult local maps or regional authorities for access, services and any cultural or historical notes.
Barqusya lies within Israel’s Southern District in the Negev/Southern administrative area and is part of the broader southern landscape of the country.
How to Get to Barqusya#
Barqusya is located in Israel’s southern district. Access typically requires road travel from nearby towns or cities in the Negev and Southern District; local driving directions should be used and visitors should respect private property and access restrictions.
Tips for Visiting Barqusya#
- Be mindful that local infrastructure may be limited; bring supplies if exploring near the site.
- Talk with local residents or guides to learn about the site's historical context and any access restrictions.
- Photograph features early in the morning for calmer light and fewer people in the frame.
Best Time to Visit Barqusya#
Outdoor/archaeological site - best visited outside the peak summer months when temperatures can be high.
Weather & Climate near Barqusya#
Barqusya's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 7°C to 32°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Good | 7° - 17° | 12° | 108 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 3.0 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.2h |
| February | Very Good | 7° - 17° | 12° | 74 mm | partly cloudy | 70% | 2.9 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 10.9h |
| March | Very Good | 9° - 20° | 14° | 56 mm | partly cloudy | 66% | 3.1 m/s | 1.3 high | 11.9h |
| April | Ideal | 12° - 24° | 18° | 14 mm | partly cloudy | 60% | 3.1 m/s | 1.7 very high | 12.8h |
| May | Ideal | 15° - 28° | 21° | 3 mm | some cloud | 54% | 3.1 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 13.6h |
| June | Ideal | 18° - 30° | 24° | 0 mm | mostly sunny | 56% | 3.2 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 14.0h |
| July | Ideal | 20° - 32° | 26° | 0 mm | mostly sunny | 59% | 2.7 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 13.8h |
| August | Ideal | 20° - 32° | 26° | 0 mm | mostly sunny | 62% | 2.5 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 13.1h |
| September | Ideal | 19° - 31° | 25° | 0 mm | mostly sunny | 63% | 2.5 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Ideal | 16° - 28° | 22° | 14 mm | some cloud | 63% | 2.5 m/s | 1.2 high | 11.3h |
| November | Excellent | 12° - 23° | 18° | 63 mm | some cloud | 63% | 2.1 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.4h |
| December | Very Good | 8° - 18° | 13° | 96 mm | some cloud | 68% | 2.5 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 10.0h |
