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.
Qaşr ar Raqīq at a Glance#
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.
Spring
March-May · 13-24°C (55-75°F)
Mild and green conditions good for walking and exploring.
Autumn
September-November · 18-28°C (64-82°F)
Good light and pleasant temperatures.
Winter
December-February · 8-16°C (46-61°F)
Cooler and occasionally wet; check track conditions.
Weather & Climate near Qaşr ar Raqīq#
Climate
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.
Air Quality:
AQI 44
Good
Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
37°
Warmest Month
7°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Good | 6° - 14° | 7° | 110 mm | some cloud | 72% | 5.5 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 10.1h |
| February | Good | 6° - 14° | 7° | 65 mm | some cloud | 71% | 5.9 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.9h |
| March | Excellent | 7° - 16° | 12° | 37 mm | mostly sunny | 71% | 5.6 m/s | 1.3 high | 11.9h |
| April | Excellent | 10° - 20° | 15° | 15 mm | mostly sunny | 70% | 5.8 m/s | 1.7 very high | 12.9h |
| May | Ideal | 13° - 24° | 18° | 7 mm | mostly sunny | 70% | 4.1 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 13.7h |
| June | Ideal | 16° - 27° | 22° | 1 mm | clear | 72% | 4.7 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 14.1h |
| July | Ideal | 18° - 28° | 23° | 0 mm | clear | 75% | 4.2 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 13.9h |
| August | Ideal | 18° - 28° | 23° | 0 mm | clear | 74% | 4.6 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 13.2h |
| September | Ideal | 16° - 26° | 21° | 6 mm | clear | 71% | 3.8 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Ideal | 14° - 23° | 19° | 36 mm | mostly sunny | 70% | 3.8 m/s | 1.1 high | 11.2h |
| November | Very Good | 11° - 19° | 15° | 51 mm | mostly sunny | 68% | 5.2 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.4h |
| December | Very Good | 8° - 15° | 12° | 82 mm | some cloud | 71% | 5.1 m/s | 0.5 low | 9.9h |