Qaşr aţ Ţawīl
Ruins Prominent fortress ruin in Benghazi District, Libya
A qaṣr in Benghazi District, northeastern Libya. Its fortress ruins are a point of interest for visitors exploring Benghazi’s wider historic landscape and coastal approaches.
How to Get to Qaşr aţ Ţawīl #
Drive from Benghazi toward the rural interior; final access is usually over unpaved tracks. Ask local drivers or residents for precise directions and permission information.
Tips for Visiting Qaşr aţ Ţawīl #
- Check current security advice and permissions in Benghazi District before traveling to rural qasr.
- Speak with local residents - they are often the best source of directions and historical context.
- Bring a charged phone with offline maps - the area has limited signage and services.
Best Time to Visit Qaşr aţ Ţawīl #
Spring and autumn are the most favorable seasons for visiting in Benghazi District.
Weather & Climate near Qaşr aţ Ţawīl #
Qaşr aţ Ţawīl'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 8°C to 32°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 10°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 13°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 19°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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July
July is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 20°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 32°C and lows of 21°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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September
September is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 19°C. Almost no rain.
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October
October is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. The wettest month with 65 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.