Huj, Gaza Ruins
Depopulated Palestinian village in Gaza's southern plain
Located in Israel's Southern District, the site of Huj contains remains of the former village; visitors with an interest in 20th-century Levantine history come to see ruins and local memorials.
Huj, Gaza at a Glance#
How to Get to Huj, Gaza#
The village site is in the former southern coastal plain area. Current access and safety conditions depend on national and local regulations; consult up-to-date local sources before planning travel.
Tips for Visiting Huj, Gaza#
- Most of the site is now within Israel or Gaza history tours; verify permissions and local conditions before planning travel.
- Maps show the former village location east of Rafah; remnants are generally not accessible to casual visitors.
- If researching history, consult archival sources and older British Mandate maps for pre-1948 documentation.
Best Time to Visit Huj, Gaza#
Due to geopolitical sensitivities, travel to and around the area requires up-to-date local guidance and permissions.
Weather & Climate near Huj, Gaza#
Huj, Gaza's climate is classified as Hot Semi-Arid - Hot Semi-Arid climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 8°C to 32°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Very Good | 8° - 17° | 13° | 84 mm | partly cloudy | 68% | 3.3 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.2h |
| February | Very Good | 8° - 18° | 13° | 57 mm | partly cloudy | 69% | 3.2 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 10.9h |
| March | Very Good | 10° - 20° | 15° | 43 mm | partly cloudy | 69% | 3.3 m/s | 1.3 high | 11.9h |
| April | Ideal | 13° - 25° | 19° | 10 mm | partly cloudy | 68% | 3.3 m/s | 1.7 very high | 12.8h |
| May | Ideal | 15° - 28° | 22° | 3 mm | some cloud | 68% | 3.3 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 13.6h |
| June | Ideal | 18° - 30° | 24° | 0 mm | mostly sunny | 70% | 3.6 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 14.0h |
| July | Excellent | 20° - 32° | 26° | 0 mm | mostly sunny | 70% | 2.8 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 13.8h |
| August | Excellent | 21° - 32° | 27° | 0 mm | mostly sunny | 70% | 2.8 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 13.1h |
| September | Ideal | 20° - 31° | 25° | 1 mm | mostly sunny | 68% | 2.6 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Ideal | 17° - 29° | 23° | 13 mm | some cloud | 67% | 2.6 m/s | 1.2 high | 11.3h |
| November | Excellent | 13° - 24° | 18° | 60 mm | some cloud | 64% | 2.3 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.4h |
| December | Very Good | 9° - 19° | 14° | 82 mm | some cloud | 66% | 2.9 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 10.0h |