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Khawabi

Area

Khawabi in Tartus Governorate centers on an old hilltop fortress and ruins; visitors interested in Syrian coastal history and archaeological sites stop for ruins and local views.

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Khawabi essentials

Country: Syria
Driest months: Jun-Aug
Pay in: Pound (£, ل.س)
Language: Arabic
Emergency: 112

Khawabi at a Glance

When to Go

Best Time to Visit Khawabi

Best in spring or autumn for comfortable walking conditions and clear views; avoid the hottest months if sensitive to heat.

Spring and Autumn (Mar-May, Sep-Nov)
March-May; September-November · 15-28°C (59-82°F)
Pleasant temperatures for exploring ruins and nearby villages; visibility is usually good.
Summer (Jun-Aug)
June-August · 20-32°C (68-90°F)
Hotter and sunnier; carry sun protection for exposed hilltop walks.
Winter (Dec-Feb)
December-February · 10-20°C (50-68°F)
Cooler nights and crisp days; inland air is clear, making for long-distance views.

Weather & Climate near Khawabi

Climate

Khawabi's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 5°C to 31°C. Abundant rainfall (1180 mm/year), wettest in December with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 66 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
45°
Warmest Month
-4°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Acceptable 5° - 13° 7° 175 mm partly cloudy 78% 3.0 m/s 0.4 low 9.9h
February Acceptable 6° - 14° 8° 211 mm partly cloudy 76% 3.4 m/s 0.6 moderate 10.8h
March Good 8° - 17° 13° 173 mm partly cloudy 73% 3.0 m/s 1.0 high 11.8h
April Very Good 12° - 22° 17° 92 mm some cloud 68% 2.8 m/s 1.5 very high 13.0h
May Excellent 15° - 26° 21° 42 mm mostly sunny 62% 2.7 m/s 2.0 very high 13.9h
June Ideal 17° - 28° 23° 7 mm clear 59% 2.7 m/s 2.5 extreme 14.4h
July Ideal 20° - 30° 25° 2 mm clear 62% 2.5 m/s 2.5 extreme 14.1h
August Ideal 20° - 31° 26° 1 mm clear 64% 2.3 m/s 2.2 extreme 13.3h
September Ideal 19° - 30° 24° 13 mm clear 63% 2.3 m/s 1.6 very high 12.3h
October Excellent 16° - 27° 21° 71 mm mostly sunny 62% 2.2 m/s 1.0 moderate 11.2h
November Good 10° - 20° 15° 137 mm some cloud 64% 2.3 m/s 0.5 moderate 10.2h
December Acceptable 7° - 15° 11° 256 mm partly cloudy 73% 2.9 m/s 0.3 low 9.7h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Khawabi

Khawabi is accessed from the regional road network around Tartus Governorate. Road travel from Tartus city or nearby coastal towns is the practical option; public transport may be limited and hiring a car or taxi is common for visitors.

Because facilities are minimal, visitors should plan for a day trip with provisions; the site is best combined with a coastal drive or visits to nearby villages.

Tips for Visiting Khawabi

  • Visit in the morning to avoid the heat and to see more of the surrounding landscape before haze builds.
  • Look for the old lorry track and worn stonework on the castle's approaches - these tell more about everyday use than any plaque.
  • Bring binoculars for the coastal panoramas; the site occupies a commanding hill and views are the point.