Gibeah Mountain
Ancient biblical hilltop site in the West Bank
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Gibeah at a Glance#
About Gibeah#
Gibeah is an ancient site in the region of Benjamin in the central hill country of historic Palestine, identified by many scholars with the archaeological mound known as Tell el-Ful. It is best known for its association in the Hebrew Bible with King Saul.
Archaeological remains at the tell include traces of an ancient fortified settlement spanning Iron Age occupation levels linked to the biblical period. The site appears in several biblical narratives and is therefore studied for its historical and religious significance.
Historically it is described in biblical sources as a seat of power in the early Israelite monarchy and as the scene of several events recorded in Judges and Samuel. Over time the tell has been subject to archaeological survey and excavation that seek to correlate material remains with textual accounts.
The site sits north of Jerusalem in the West Bank, on a prominent hill (Tell el-Ful) visible from surrounding valleys and close to modern Palestinian localities.
- Biblical Association: Associated in biblical texts with the early Israelite monarchy and specifically with King Saul.
What to See#
- Tell el-Ful: An archaeological tell identified by many scholars as the biblical city of Gibeah, containing remains of an ancient fortified settlement.
Best Time to Visit Gibeah#
Spring and autumn are the best times to visit Gibeah for comfortable weather and easier outdoor exploration.
Weather & Climate near Gibeah#
Gibeah's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 5°C to 28°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 5°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (110 mm).
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February
February is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 5°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm).
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April
April is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Light rainfall.
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May
May is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 14°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 16°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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July
July is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 18°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 28°C and lows of 18°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 17°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 15°C. Light rainfall and clear sunny skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm).
