Ras Ibn Hani
Archaeological Site Ancient coastal archaeological site near Latakia
Ras Ibn Hani, a coastal archaeological site near Latakia, offers Bronze- and Iron-Age ruins and shoreline views; historians and archaeology-minded travelers visit for excavation remains and Mediterranean coastal context.
Ras Ibn Hani is a coastal archaeological site and headland in Latakia Governorate on Syria’s Mediterranean coast. The site contains ruins and occupation layers spanning multiple periods of antiquity.
Excavations and surface remains at the headland show evidence for Bronze Age and later occupation, with structural remains and material culture that have been studied in relation to nearby ancient coastal cities. The site preserves sequences of coastal settlement layered over centuries.
Ras Ibn Hani lies on the Syrian Mediterranean coast north of the city of Latakia, immediately adjacent to the archaeological area associated with the ancient city of Ugarit.
- Archaeological context: Sits immediately adjacent to the ancient city of Ugarit, making it relevant for studies of Bronze Age coastal settlement patterns.
How to Get to Ras Ibn Hani #
Ras Ibn Hani lies a short drive northwest of Latakia city along the coastal road. From Latakia, follow the coastal highway toward the northwest and look for local signage to archaeological sites and beaches.
Local guides and the Latakia archaeological service can provide access information for the site.
Tips for Visiting Ras Ibn Hani #
- Arrive early to avoid crowds and to witness the best light on the ruined columns.
- Hire an archaeological guide in Latakia province to explain the site's Greco-Roman layers and later reuses.
- Bring sturdy shoes; terrain around coastal ruins can be uneven and eroded.
Best Time to Visit Ras Ibn Hani #
Spring and autumn offer the most comfortable weather for coastal archaeological visits.
Weather & Climate near Ras Ibn Hani #
Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 8°C to 30°C. Moderate rainfall (805 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (152 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (116 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (102 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm).
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May
May is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 20°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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July
July is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). The driest month with just 2 mm and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is the warmest month with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). The driest month with just 2 mm and clear sunny skies.
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September
September is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 22°C. Light rainfall and clear sunny skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C. Regular rainfall (99 mm).
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December
December is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 9°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (171 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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