Horvat Eleq

Ruins Archaeological ruin site in Haifa District

An archaeological ‘horvat’ in Haifa District featuring stone ruins and field-walking routes; visited by those interested in local antiquity and landscape.

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Horvat Eleq
32.5515, 34.9502

How to Get to Horvat Eleq #

Horvat Eleq is in the Haifa District inland from the coast. Access is by local roads; visitors should use a car and consult Israeli archaeological maps or regional signage. Local tourist information centres in nearby towns can offer precise directions and any access advisories.

Tips for Visiting Horvat Eleq #

  • Horvat Eleq is an archaeological ruin-wear sturdy shoes and be prepared for uneven terrain.
  • Bring sun protection-the site has limited shade.
  • Respect signs and any fenced-off areas; some sections are fragile and may be under study.

Best Time to Visit Horvat Eleq #

Spring and autumn provide the most comfortable conditions for visiting archaeological sites in the Haifa District.

Spring & Autumn
March-May & Sep-Nov · 15-28°C (59-82°F)
Mild weather makes exploration more comfortable and reduces mid-day heat.
Winter
Dec-Feb · 10-18°C (50-64°F)
Cooler and good for walking, but short days limit exploration time.

Weather & Climate near Horvat Eleq #

Climate

Horvat Eleq'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 (579 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.

Best Time to Visit
AugustSeptemberJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
39°
Warmest Month
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 16°C and lows of 7°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (150 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

64 Good

Comfort

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

Weather

150 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
10.1h daylight

February

February is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
17°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

97 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
10.9h daylight

March

March is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm).

76 Very Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
19°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

56 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
11.9h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 12°C. Light rainfall.

90 Ideal

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
12° 23°
70%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

18 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.7
UV Index
Very High
12.9h daylight

May

May is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

94 Ideal

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
15° 26°
67%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

5 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
13.7h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 19°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

98 Ideal

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
19° 29°
68%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
14.1h daylight

July

July is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 21°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

98 Ideal

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
21° 30°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
13.9h daylight

August

August is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 22°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

100 Ideal

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
22° 31°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

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

September

September is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 20°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

100 Ideal

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
20° 30°
67%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.8
UV Index
Very High
12.2h daylight

October

October is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

94 Ideal

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
17° 27°
66%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

18 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
11.2h daylight

November

November is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 12°C. Regular rainfall (89 mm).

81 Excellent

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
12° 23°
64%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

89 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
10.4h daylight

December

December is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (145 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

66 Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
18°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

145 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Low
9.9h daylight

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