Hirbet Zonam

Ruins Archaeological ruin site in northern Israel

Archaeological hilltop ruin in northern Israel visited by hikers and those interested in regional archaeology and rural landscapes.

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Hirbet Zonam
33.0646, 35.2729

How to Get to Hirbet Zonam #

Hirbet Zonam is in Israel’s Northern District. Access is usually by local roads; hire a guide or use detailed maps for rural tracks and permitted access points.

Tips for Visiting Hirbet Zonam #

  • Bring water and sun protection-rural trail access can mean long, exposed walks.
  • Look for archaeological markers-some layers of the site are visible but unexcavated, and local signage may point to findings.
  • Hire a licensed guide if interested in the full historical context; the plain's stratigraphy is subtle and easier to read with a local expert.

Best Time to Visit Hirbet Zonam #

Best in spring or autumn for comfortable field conditions and easier access to rural paths.

Spring
March-May · 15-25°C (59-77°F)
Comfortable temperatures for exploring the ruins and surrounding countryside.
Autumn
September-November · 12-24°C (54-75°F)
Clear air and fewer insects make walking pleasant; harvest season colors the landscape.

Weather & Climate near Hirbet Zonam #

Climate

Hirbet Zonam'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 6°C to 29°C. Moderate rainfall (820 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.

Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
37°
Warmest Month
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 13°C and lows of 6°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (208 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

208 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.1h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (161 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
14°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

161 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
10.9h daylight

March

March is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (106 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

68 Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
16°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

106 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
11.9h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm).

78 Very Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
11° 21°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

46 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.6
UV Index
Very High
12.9h daylight

May

May is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 14°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

94 Ideal

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
14° 25°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

14 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
13.8h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 18°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

98 Ideal

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
18° 28°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
14.2h daylight

July

July is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 20°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

98 Ideal

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
20° 29°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
14.0h daylight

August

August is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 20°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

98 Ideal

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
20° 29°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
13.2h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

98 Ideal

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
18° 28°
70%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

3 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.8
UV Index
Very High
12.3h daylight

October

October is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

91 Ideal

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
16° 25°
68%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

25 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
11.2h daylight

November

November is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm).

74 Very Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
11° 20°
64%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

97 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.3h daylight

December

December is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (160 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
14°
68%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

160 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.4
UV Index
Low
9.8h daylight

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