Basta (archaeological site)
Archaeological Site Chalcolithic archaeological site with ancient settlement remains
Basta, in Ma’an Governorate, is an archaeological site with prehistoric settlement remains; archaeologists and history-minded travelers visit to see ancient structures and stratified deposits.
How to Get to Basta (archaeological site) #
Basta is in Ma’an Governorate; access will typically be by road from Ma’an city. Given its archaeological status, visitors should confirm routes and permissions with Jordanian authorities or local tour operators.
Tips for Visiting Basta (archaeological site) #
- Bring plenty of water and sun protection; the region is arid and facilities are limited.
- Hire a local guide familiar with the site's archaeological context - they can interpret features that look like random stones to an untrained eye.
- Check access rules with Jordanian heritage authorities, as some archaeological areas have restricted zones.
Best Time to Visit Basta (archaeological site) #
Spring and autumn avoid summer heat and winter chills; archaeological exploration is best in milder months.
Weather & Climate near Basta (archaeological site) #
Basta (archaeological site)'s climate is classified as Cold Desert - Cold Desert climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 0°C to 31°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 10°C and lows of 0°C. The wettest month with 43 mm of rain and mostly sunny skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 16°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 8°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 12°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 14°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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July
July is mild with highs of 31°C and lows of 16°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 16°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 14°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 25°C and lows of 11°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 6°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
