Mugharet el-Zuttiyeh Archaeological Site
Prehistoric cave site with early hominin fossil finds
A Paleolithic cave in northern Israel notable for archaeological human remains and stone tools; researchers visit for fieldwork, and visitors with an interest in prehistory come to learn about the site's contributions to regional archaeology.
Mugharet el-Zuttiyeh at a Glance#
Best Time to Visit Mugharet el-Zuttiyeh#
Aim for spring or autumn to avoid summer heat and to have more comfortable access to the site.
Spring and autumn (recommended)
March-May, September-November · ~10-25°C
Mild temperatures and fewer tourists make site visits more comfortable; outdoor approaches are easier than in the peak heat.
Summer (hot)
June-August · ~25-35°C
Hot, dry conditions across the region; if visiting, go early morning to avoid heat and peak tourist activity.
Winter (cooler, wetter)
December-February · ~5-15°C
Cooler temperatures with some rain; cave interiors remain relatively stable in temperature, but access routes may be muddier.
Weather & Climate near Mugharet el-Zuttiyeh#
Climate
Mugharet el-Zuttiyeh'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 9°C to 32°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
Air Quality:
AQI 74
Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
47°
Warmest Month
-5°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Good | 9° - 17° | 13° | 103 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 2.1 m/s | 0.5 low | 10.1h |
| February | Good | 10° - 18° | 14° | 75 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 2.2 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.9h |
| March | Very Good | 12° - 20° | 16° | 49 mm | partly cloudy | 68% | 2.4 m/s | 1.2 high | 11.9h |
| April | Excellent | 15° - 24° | 19° | 20 mm | some cloud | 61% | 2.3 m/s | 1.7 very high | 12.9h |
| May | Ideal | 18° - 27° | 23° | 5 mm | mostly sunny | 53% | 2.8 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 13.7h |
| June | Ideal | 22° - 30° | 26° | 0 mm | clear | 52% | 3.4 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 14.1h |
| July | Ideal | 24° - 32° | 29° | 0 mm | clear | 55% | 3.4 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 13.9h |
| August | Ideal | 24° - 32° | 30° | 0 mm | clear | 60% | 3.1 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 13.2h |
| September | Ideal | 23° - 31° | 27° | 1 mm | clear | 58% | 2.8 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Ideal | 19° - 28° | 24° | 12 mm | mostly sunny | 56% | 2.1 m/s | 1.2 high | 11.2h |
| November | Excellent | 15° - 24° | 19° | 52 mm | mostly sunny | 60% | 2.0 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.4h |
| December | Good | 11° - 19° | 15° | 87 mm | partly cloudy | 70% | 1.9 m/s | 0.5 low | 9.9h |
