Qaşr Qaddās Ruins

Historic fort ruins in Misrata District, Libya

A qaṣr in Misrata District, Libya, notable as a local fortress ruin. It features on itineraries focused on coastal forts and the material history of the region.

Qaşr Qaddās at a Glance#

About Qaşr Qaddās#

Qaṣr Qaddās is recorded as a landmark in Misrata District, Libya, and the name indicates a castle or fortified site. Its mapped coordinates are 31.68543° N, 15.03361° E.

This is a lesser-known site with little published information in standard travel or academic sources, so there are no widely reported visitor highlights, dimensions, or facilities. Information about the site’s physical condition or accessibility is limited in public references.

No authoritative historical details are readily available in common sources about builders, construction date, or historical functions for this named location. Specialist historical or archaeological investigation would be required to provide a documented history.

The site lies within Misrata District at the coordinates above; further local geographic details and distances to nearby towns are not broadly published in accessible sources.

  • Coordinates: 31.68543° N, 15.03361° E
  • Administrative region: Situated in Misrata District, Libya
  • Documentation: Limited publicly available information on condition or access

How to Get to Qaşr Qaddās#

Drive from Misrata toward the district interior and follow local roads; the final approach often requires a vehicle with some clearance. Local drivers and residents provide the most reliable navigation.

Tips for Visiting Qaşr Qaddās#

  • Check local security briefings and permissions in Misrata before travel.
  • Hire a driver from Misrata with knowledge of rural access tracks.
  • Approach in the morning for softer light and calmer winds; late afternoons are good for texture in photographs.

Best Time to Visit Qaşr Qaddās#

Spring and autumn are preferable for temperature and light conditions.

Spring
March-May · 14-24°C (57-75°F)
Comfortable temperatures and greener fields around Misrata.
Autumn
September-November · 19-29°C (66-84°F)
Milder weather and clearer roads after summer dust storms.
Summer
June-August · 27-35°C (81-95°F)
Hot; plan morning visits to avoid heat.

Weather & Climate near Qaşr Qaddās#

Climate

Qaşr Qaddās's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 8°C to 33°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 69 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
49°
Warmest Month
0°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Excellent 8° - 18° 13° 38 mm mostly sunny 62% 3.1 m/s 0.6 moderate 10.2h
February Excellent 9° - 19° 14° 25 mm mostly sunny 59% 3.5 m/s 0.8 moderate 10.9h
March Excellent 10° - 22° 16° 16 mm mostly sunny 56% 4.2 m/s 1.2 high 11.9h
April Ideal 13° - 25° 19° 6 mm mostly sunny 52% 4.3 m/s 1.6 very high 12.8h
May Ideal 15° - 28° 22° 4 mm mostly sunny 49% 4.3 m/s 2.0 extreme 13.6h
June Ideal 19° - 31° 25° 1 mm clear 47% 4.0 m/s 2.4 extreme 14.0h
July Ideal 21° - 33° 27° 0 mm clear 48% 3.8 m/s 2.5 extreme 13.8h
August Ideal 22° - 33° 28° 0 mm clear 51% 3.5 m/s 2.2 extreme 13.1h
September Ideal 21° - 32° 26° 8 mm clear 53% 3.6 m/s 1.7 very high 12.2h
October Ideal 18° - 29° 24° 23 mm mostly sunny 56% 3.4 m/s 1.1 high 11.3h
November Ideal 14° - 24° 19° 33 mm mostly sunny 56% 3.1 m/s 0.7 moderate 10.4h
December Excellent 9° - 20° 15° 41 mm mostly sunny 61% 3.2 m/s 0.5 low 10.0h