Chagar Bazar
Archaeological Site Ancient archaeological tell with Bronze Age remains
Near the Khabur River, Chagar Bazar is an archaeological tell with Bronze Age and earlier remains excavated by international teams. Visitors interested in Near Eastern archaeology study its mudbrick ruins, though access varies with regional security.
How to Get to Chagar Bazar #
Chagar Bazar is in Al-Hasakah Governorate, northeastern Syria. Access routes have been heavily affected by regional conflict and control; any planned travel requires up‑to‑date security information and official permits. Previously, approaches were by regional road from the city of Al-Hasakah.
Tips for Visiting Chagar Bazar #
- Current security conditions are uncertain; consult travel advisories and local authorities before planning a visit.
- Bring detailed satellite maps; much of the visible site today is fragmentary and hard to parse without coordinates.
- Respect the site - looting and damage have affected Mesopotamian remains for decades.
Best Time to Visit Chagar Bazar #
Cooler months are preferable; avoid the intense summer heat when fieldwork is difficult.
Weather & Climate near Chagar Bazar #
Chagar Bazar's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with very hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 1°C to 41°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 11°C and lows of 1°C. The wettest month with 66 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 14°C. Light rainfall.
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June
June is hot with highs of 37°C and lows of 19°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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July
July is the hottest month with highs of 41°C and lows of 23°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is hot with highs of 40°C and lows of 22°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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September
September is warm with highs of 36°C and lows of 17°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 12°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm).
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December
December is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
