Qaşr ar Raqīq
Ruins Small castle ruin in Derna District, Libya
A fortress site in Derna District, northeastern Libya. Visitors include it on itineraries that survey coastal and near-coastal historic structures.
How to Get to Qaşr ar Raqīq #
Best reached by car from Derna; the last approach is usually on local dirt tracks. Local drivers or residents provide the most reliable guidance and information on permissions.
Tips for Visiting Qaşr ar Raqīq #
- Confirm access and safety locally in Derna before visiting.
- If possible, hire a local guide who can translate local place-names and point out features that are otherwise easy to miss.
- Bring printed GPS coordinates and a charged phone - signage will be minimal.
Best Time to Visit Qaşr ar Raqīq #
Spring and autumn are the preferable seasons for rural visits in Derna District.
Weather & Climate near Qaşr ar Raqīq #
Qaşr ar Raqīq's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 6°C to 28°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (110 mm).
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February
February is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm).
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March
March is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 16°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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July
July is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 18°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 28°C and lows of 18°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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December
December is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm).
