Qaşr as Suwayrah
Ruins Ancient fort ruins in Jabal al Akhdar, Libya
A qaṣr in Jabal al Akhdar, Libya. The site’s remains are visited by people following the district’s network of upland forts and nearby coastal roads.
How to Get to Qaşr as Suwayrah #
Drive from towns in Jabal al Akhdar (Al Bayda/Marj) and follow local dirt tracks to the site; local advice on route and permissions is strongly recommended.
Tips for Visiting Qaşr as Suwayrah #
- Ask local villagers for directions - they often know which tracks are passable and which are not.
- Carry basic first-aid and water; facilities are scarce near these rural sites.
- Avoid visiting after heavy rain as tracks to the site may be washed or muddy.
Best Time to Visit Qaşr as Suwayrah #
Spring and autumn are the best seasons for visiting in Jabal al Akhdar.
Weather & Climate near Qaşr as Suwayrah #
Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 10°C to 30°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 17°C and lows of 10°C. The wettest month with 78 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Light rainfall.
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April
April is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 16°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 19°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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July
July is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 21°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 30°C and lows of 22°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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September
September is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 20°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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November
November is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm).
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December
December is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
