Khirbat Zalafa Ruins
Archaeological ruin site in Central District
Khirbat Zalafa at a Glance#
How to Get to Khirbat Zalafa#
Khirbat Zalafa is located in Israel’s central coastal plain. Access typically requires private transport from nearby towns or Israeli highways; there are no major visitor facilities, so advance planning and local permission (if on private land) are advised.
Tips for Visiting Khirbat Zalafa#
- The site is archaeological and has no visitor facilities; contact local Israeli antiquities authorities for access information.
- Wear a hat and sun protection; exposed ruins give little shade on hot days.
- Bring water and be prepared for uneven terrain; good walking shoes recommended.
Best Time to Visit Khirbat Zalafa#
Best visited in spring or autumn for comfortable walking weather; summers can be very hot.
Spring-Autumn
March-May & September-November · 15-28°C (59-82°F)
Milder temperatures suited for archaeological visits and walking.
Winter
December-February · 8-18°C (46-64°F)
Cooler and comfortable, but occasional rain is possible.
Weather & Climate near Khirbat Zalafa#
Climate
Khirbat Zalafa'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 8°C to 31°C. Moderate rainfall (570 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
Air Quality:
AQI 70
Moderate
Best Time to Visit
AugustSeptemberJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
39°
Warmest Month
1°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Good | 8° - 17° | 12° | 149 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 3.0 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 10.1h |
| February | Very Good | 8° - 18° | 13° | 91 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 3.0 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.9h |
| March | Very Good | 10° - 20° | 15° | 57 mm | some cloud | 73% | 3.3 m/s | 1.3 high | 11.9h |
| April | Ideal | 12° - 24° | 18° | 17 mm | some cloud | 70% | 3.2 m/s | 1.7 very high | 12.9h |
| May | Ideal | 15° - 27° | 21° | 4 mm | mostly sunny | 67% | 3.4 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 13.7h |
| June | Ideal | 19° - 29° | 24° | 0 mm | clear | 68% | 3.8 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 14.1h |
| July | Ideal | 22° - 31° | 26° | 0 mm | clear | 69% | 3.7 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 13.9h |
| August | Ideal | 22° - 31° | 27° | 0 mm | clear | 69% | 3.4 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 13.2h |
| September | Ideal | 20° - 30° | 25° | 1 mm | clear | 67% | 3.2 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Ideal | 17° - 28° | 23° | 17 mm | mostly sunny | 66% | 2.9 m/s | 1.2 high | 11.2h |
| November | Excellent | 13° - 23° | 18° | 88 mm | some cloud | 64% | 3.0 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.4h |
| December | Good | 9° - 18° | 14° | 146 mm | partly cloudy | 69% | 2.8 m/s | 0.5 low | 9.9h |