H̱orbat Ẕafad Ruins
Rocky ruin site with stone terraces
Situated in the Negev‑adjacent south, Horbat Ḫafad comprises ruined structures and open terrain; visitors arrive for historical curiosity, walking and the region's stark landscape.
H̱orbat Ẕafad at a Glance#
How to Get to H̱orbat Ẕafad#
Reaching the site usually requires driving from the nearest town; prepare for simple paths and scarce signage.
Best Time to Visit H̱orbat Ẕafad#
Avoid mid-summer when temperatures peak.
Weather & Climate near H̱orbat Ẕafad#
H̱orbat Ẕafad's climate is classified as Hot Semi-Arid - Hot Semi-Arid climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 7°C to 32°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 16°C and lows of 7°C. The wettest month with 50 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 12°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 15°C. Almost no rain.
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June
June is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 18°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 32°C and lows of 20°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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August
August is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 20°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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September
September is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 19°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C. Almost no rain.
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November
November is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 12°C. Light rainfall.
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December
December is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm).
