Basufan Archaeological Site
Ancient basalt village with rock-cut tombs and ruins
In Aleppo Governorate, this archaeological mound and village sits within northern Syria's historical landscape; visitors with specialist interest come for ruins and local rural life when conditions permit.
Basufan at a Glance#
How to Get to Basufan#
Basufan is in Aleppo Governorate. Due to security and access concerns, travelers should check current advisories and coordinate with local authorities or trusted guides before attempting travel to the area.
Tips for Visiting Basufan#
- Bring sunscreen and water; summer in northern Syria is hot and dry
- Respect local regulations and advisories - access may be restricted due to regional security issues
- Look for basalt and volcanic stonework in architecture; the region's geology is visible in local ruins
Best Time to Visit Basufan#
Best in spring or autumn for moderate temperatures; check local safety and access conditions before planning travel.
Weather & Climate near Basufan#
Basufan'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 1°C to 34°C. Moderate rainfall (503 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Acceptable | 1° - 9° | 4° | 96 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 2.0 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.8h |
| February | Acceptable | 2° - 11° | 5° | 82 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 2.2 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 10.7h |
| March | Very Good | 5° - 15° | 10° | 69 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° | 26 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° - 31° | 25° | 5 mm | clear | 53% | 2.4 m/s | 1.6 very high | 12.3h |
| October | Excellent | 13° - 26° | 19° | 30 mm | mostly sunny | 54% | 1.6 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 11.1h |
| November | Very Good | 6° - 17° | 12° | 50 mm | some cloud | 63% | 1.4 m/s | 0.5 low | 10.1h |
| December | Acceptable | 3° - 11° | 6° | 94 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 1.7 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.6h |
