Manasseh Hills Plateau
Hilly region in northern Israel with biblical associations
Manasseh Hills (Nahalal/Manasseh area) are a series of low hills in northern Israel with agricultural terraces and archaeological sites, used for walking and rural drives.
Manasseh Hills at a Glance#
Address: Manasseh Hills (Nahal Manasseh area), Northern District, Israel
Hours: Open access
How to Get to Manasseh Hills#
Drive from Afula or Nahalal into local secondary roads toward Kfar Yehezkel and surrounding parking spots; many trails start from village edges. Public transport options exist to regional towns, then taxi to trailheads.
Tips for Visiting Manasseh Hills#
- Hire a local guide to access lesser-known ruins and to understand local agricultural histories.
- Visit during spring for wildflowers and better visibility across the valleys.
- Bring sun protection - the hills can be exposed and hot in summer.
Best Time to Visit Manasseh Hills#
Best in spring for floral displays and comfortable hiking; avoid peak summer heat.
Weather & Climate near Manasseh Hills#
Manasseh Hills'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 6°C to 30°C. Moderate rainfall (607 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Acceptable | 7° - 15° | 11° | 155 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 2.7 m/s | 0.5 low | 10.1h |
| February | Good | 7° - 16° | 11° | 111 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 2.9 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.9h |
| March | Very Good | 9° - 18° | 13° | 68 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 3.2 m/s | 1.2 high | 11.9h |
| April | Ideal | 12° - 22° | 17° | 23 mm | some cloud | 70% | 3.0 m/s | 1.7 very high | 12.9h |
| May | Ideal | 15° - 26° | 20° | 6 mm | mostly sunny | 67% | 3.1 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 13.7h |
| June | Ideal | 18° - 29° | 24° | 0 mm | clear | 68% | 3.2 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 14.1h |
| July | Ideal | 21° - 30° | 25° | 0 mm | clear | 69% | 3.7 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 13.9h |
| August | Ideal | 21° - 31° | 26° | 0 mm | clear | 69% | 2.7 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 13.2h |
| September | Ideal | 19° - 29° | 24° | 1 mm | clear | 67% | 2.8 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Ideal | 16° - 27° | 22° | 19 mm | mostly sunny | 66% | 2.0 m/s | 1.2 high | 11.2h |
| November | Very Good | 12° - 22° | 17° | 85 mm | mostly sunny | 64% | 2.8 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.4h |
| December | Good | 8° - 16° | 12° | 139 mm | partly cloudy | 69% | 2.9 m/s | 0.5 low | 9.9h |
