Qaşr KhuraybahQaşr Khuraybah at a Glance#
Qaṣr Khuraybah is a place-name in Jabal al Akhdar, Libya; the Arabic term “qaṣr” denotes a castle or fortified structure. Its recorded coordinates are 32.84383° N, 21.93067° E.
As a lesser-known site, there are no widely circulated visitor descriptions, entrance details, or dimensional data in standard references. Specific visitor highlights or officially maintained facilities have not been documented in commonly available sources.
Historical specifics about who built the structure, when it was constructed, and how it has changed over time are not clearly recorded in accessible published materials. Further archival or field research would be needed for a definitive history.
Geographically the site is situated in the Jabal al Akhdar area of northeastern Libya at the coordinates above; public maps list the point but detailed local context and nearest settlements are not widely published.
- Coordinates: 32.84383° N, 21.93067° E
- Administrative region: Located in Jabal al Akhdar, northeastern Libya
- Documentation: Little publicly available information on condition or public access
Nearby Attractions to Qaşr Khuraybah#
Best Time to Visit Qaşr Khuraybah#
Spring and autumn provide the best combination of weather and access for rural sites in Jabal al Akhdar.
Weather & Climate near Qaşr Khuraybah#
Qaşr Khuraybah's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 7°C to 29°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Good | 7° - 15° | 11° | 98 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 5.3 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 10.1h |
| February | Very Good | 7° - 15° | 11° | 72 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 5.3 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.9h |
| March | Very Good | 9° - 18° | 13° | 39 mm | some cloud | 71% | 5.5 m/s | 1.3 high | 11.9h |
| April | Excellent | 11° - 21° | 16° | 17 mm | mostly sunny | 70% | 5.2 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.9h |
| May | Ideal | 14° - 25° | 19° | 6 mm | mostly sunny | 70% | 4.1 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 13.7h |
| June | Ideal | 17° - 28° | 23° | 1 mm | clear | 72% | 4.3 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 14.1h |
| July | Ideal | 19° - 29° | 24° | 0 mm | clear | 75% | 4.2 m/s | 2.7 extreme | 13.9h |
| August | Ideal | 19° - 29° | 24° | 0 mm | clear | 74% | 4.2 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 13.2h |
| September | Ideal | 18° - 27° | 23° | 6 mm | clear | 71% | 4.1 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Ideal | 15° - 25° | 20° | 40 mm | mostly sunny | 70% | 3.8 m/s | 1.2 high | 11.2h |
| November | Very Good | 12° - 21° | 17° | 46 mm | some cloud | 68% | 5.0 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.4h |
| December | Very Good | 9° - 17° | 13° | 84 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 4.9 m/s | 0.5 low | 9.9h |
How to Get to Qaşr Khuraybah#
Reach Qaṣr Khuraybah by car from the main coastal road; the site lies inland in the Jabal al Akhdar area. Expect to transfer from paved roads to dirt tracks for the final approach; local drivers in Marj or Al Bayda can provide exact directions.
Tips for Visiting Qaşr Khuraybah#
- Ask permission before entering any ruin on private land; some qasr remain part of working estates.
- Photograph the masonry details - mortar joints and tool marks often tell more than a guidebook.
- Aim for early morning to avoid overhead sun and to catch the wind-blown dust in low light.