'En Esur Archaeological Site
Archaeological tell in northern Israel, Bronze Age city
Tel 'En Esur is a large Bronze Age tell in northern Israel where archaeologists have excavated planned urban remains; visitors come for guided tours and insights into ancient city layouts.
'En Esur at a Glance#
Address: ‘En Esur archaeological area, northern Israel (near Haifa District)
How to Get to 'En Esur#
‘En Esur lies inland from the coast north of Haifa District. Access typically requires a car; use regional roads from Hadera or nearby highways. Check with Israel Antiquities Authority or local tourism offices for visiting arrangements and guided tour schedules.
Tips for Visiting 'En Esur#
- Wear sturdy shoes and bring sun protection for exposed terraces during excavations.
- Check local archaeological office schedules - public access may be limited during active digs.
- Combine a visit with nearby modern settlements to understand how the site fits into the region's layered occupation.
Best Time to Visit 'En Esur#
Spring and autumn are best for field visits; avoid the peak summer heat.
Weather & Climate near 'En Esur#
'En Esur'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 31°C. Moderate rainfall (563 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Good | 7° - 16° | 12° | 145 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 3.0 m/s | 0.5 low | 10.1h |
| February | Good | 8° - 17° | 13° | 94 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 2.9 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.9h |
| March | Very Good | 9° - 20° | 15° | 57 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 3.1 m/s | 1.2 high | 11.9h |
| April | Excellent | 12° - 24° | 18° | 19 mm | some cloud | 70% | 2.9 m/s | 1.7 very high | 12.9h |
| May | Ideal | 15° - 27° | 21° | 5 mm | mostly sunny | 67% | 2.9 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 13.7h |
| June | Ideal | 19° - 29° | 24° | 0 mm | clear | 68% | 3.2 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 14.1h |
| July | Ideal | 22° - 31° | 26° | 0 mm | clear | 69% | 2.8 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 13.9h |
| August | Ideal | 22° - 31° | 27° | 0 mm | clear | 69% | 2.5 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 13.2h |
| September | Ideal | 20° - 30° | 25° | 1 mm | clear | 67% | 2.9 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Ideal | 17° - 28° | 23° | 18 mm | mostly sunny | 66% | 2.2 m/s | 1.2 high | 11.2h |
| November | Excellent | 12° - 23° | 18° | 85 mm | mostly sunny | 64% | 2.9 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.4h |
| December | Good | 9° - 18° | 13° | 139 mm | partly cloudy | 69% | 2.5 m/s | 0.5 low | 9.9h |
