Kamid el-Loz

Archaeological Site Archaeological site with Bronze Age fortified settlement

A tell in Lebanon’s Beqaa Valley, Kamid el‑Loz contains archaeological layers from Bronze‑Age through Roman periods; researchers and history visitors study exposed foundations and finds at the site and local museums.

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Kamid el-Loz
Kamid el-Loz archaeological site, Beqaa Governorate, Lebanon
33.6183, 35.8186
Site access varies; contact local authorities for visitor information
Admission and access fees may apply for archaeological research areas; general area free

How to Get to Kamid el-Loz #

Kamid el-Loz lies in the Beqaa Valley east of Beirut. Access is typically by road via Zahle and local village roads. Because it is an active archaeological area, contact Lebanese antiquities authorities or local guides for the most current access information.

Tips for Visiting Kamid el-Loz #

  • Respect archaeological restrictions; do not remove artifacts or disturb excavation areas.
  • Visit with a knowledgeable guide to understand the site's Bronze Age context and stratigraphy.
  • Combine the visit with a trip to local wineries and Roman-era ruins in the Beqaa Valley for fuller historical context.

Best Time to Visit Kamid el-Loz #

Best in spring or autumn for comfortable site exploration.

Spring
March-May · 12-25°C
Comfortable and green - ideal for field visits and photography.
Autumn
September-November · 18-28°C
Pleasant temperatures and harvest season in the valley.
Winter
December-February · 5-15°C
Cooler and wetter; check local conditions for site access.

Weather & Climate near Kamid el-Loz #

Climate

Kamid el-Loz's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 33°C. Moderate rainfall (729 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 75 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JuneJulySeptember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
43°
Warmest Month
-6°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 11°C and lows of 2°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (177 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

49 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

177 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.1h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (141 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

141 mm
Rainfall
3.3 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 5°C. Significant rainfall (110 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

68 Good

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
16°
70%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

110 mm
Rainfall
3.1 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 8°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm).

78 Very Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
21°
63%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

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

May

May is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 12°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

92 Ideal

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
13° 27°
55%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

15 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
13.8h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 31°C and lows of 16°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

98 Ideal

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
16° 31°
49%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
14.2h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 33°C and lows of 18°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

98 Ideal

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
18° 33°
50%
Humidity
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 33°C and lows of 18°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

90 Ideal

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
18° 33°
57%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

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

September

September is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 15°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

98 Ideal

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
15° 30°
58%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

2 mm
Rainfall
3.4 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 12°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

91 Ideal

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
12° 25°
59%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

21 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
11.2h daylight

November

November is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm).

71 Very Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
18°
64%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

75 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.3h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (144 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

144 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.4
UV Index
Low
9.8h daylight

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