Haua Fteah Archaeological Site
Prehistoric cave and archaeological site with ancient artifacts
A large limestone cave in Cyrenaica, Haua Fteah contains long archaeological sequences from the Paleolithic onward; it attracts archaeologists and students studying human prehistory.
Haua Fteah at a Glance#
Address: Haua Fteah, Jabal al Akhdar region, Libya
How to Get to Haua Fteah#
Located in northeastern Libya (Jabal al Akhdar); access is subject to regional security conditions and typically arranged through scientific or cultural institutions with local permits.
Tips for Visiting Haua Fteah#
- If planning fieldwork, contact local archaeological authorities - the site is sensitive and research-focused.
- Bring sun protection and water; the region's climate can be hot and dry.
- Visit the accompanying small museum displays to get context on the cave's long human sequences.
Best Time to Visit Haua Fteah#
Spring and autumn are the most comfortable seasons; due to regional instability, check safety advisories and permissions.
Weather & Climate near Haua Fteah#
Haua Fteah'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 10°C to 30°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Very Good | 10° - 17° | 14° | 76 mm | some cloud | 72% | 5.0 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 10.1h |
| February | Very Good | 10° - 18° | 14° | 51 mm | some cloud | 71% | 4.9 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.9h |
| March | Excellent | 11° - 20° | 15° | 26 mm | mostly sunny | 71% | 5.2 m/s | 1.3 high | 11.9h |
| April | Excellent | 13° - 22° | 18° | 9 mm | mostly sunny | 70% | 5.6 m/s | 1.7 very high | 12.9h |
| May | Ideal | 16° - 25° | 20° | 4 mm | mostly sunny | 70% | 4.3 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 13.7h |
| June | Ideal | 19° - 28° | 24° | 1 mm | clear | 72% | 4.6 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 14.1h |
| July | Ideal | 21° - 29° | 25° | 0 mm | clear | 75% | 4.7 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 13.9h |
| August | Ideal | 21° - 30° | 26° | 0 mm | clear | 74% | 5.0 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 13.2h |
| September | Ideal | 20° - 29° | 24° | 5 mm | clear | 71% | 5.1 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Ideal | 18° - 26° | 22° | 34 mm | mostly sunny | 70% | 4.6 m/s | 1.1 high | 11.2h |
| November | Ideal | 15° - 23° | 19° | 35 mm | mostly sunny | 68% | 4.6 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.4h |
| December | Very Good | 12° - 19° | 15° | 68 mm | some cloud | 71% | 4.6 m/s | 0.5 low | 9.9h |