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Ras Ibn Hani

Archaeological Site

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.

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Address: Ras Ibn Hani, Latakia Governorate, Syria (coastal archaeological site)
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About Ras Ibn Hani

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.
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When to Go

Best Time to Visit Ras Ibn Hani

Spring and autumn offer the most comfortable weather for coastal archaeological visits.

Spring/Autumn (Mar-May, Sep-Nov)
Mar-May; Sep-Nov · 15-28°C
Mild weather and pleasant visiting conditions.
Summer (Jun-Aug)
Jun-Aug · 25-35°C
Hot but lively coastal atmosphere.
Winter (Dec-Feb)
Dec-Feb · 8-16°C
Cooler and rainier; seasonal access may vary.

Weather & Climate near Ras Ibn Hani

Climate

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.

Air Quality: AQI 63 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
35°
Warmest Month
5°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Acceptable 8° - 16° 12° 152 mm partly cloudy 70% 2.7 m/s 0.4 low 9.9h
February Good 9° - 16° 12° 116 mm partly cloudy 70% 3.0 m/s 0.6 moderate 10.8h
March Good 11° - 19° 15° 102 mm partly cloudy 72% 3.1 m/s 1.0 high 11.8h
April Very Good 14° - 22° 18° 51 mm some cloud 75% 3.0 m/s 1.5 very high 13.0h
May Ideal 17° - 25° 21° 26 mm mostly sunny 76% 3.0 m/s 2.0 very high 13.9h
June Ideal 20° - 27° 24° 6 mm clear 78% 3.5 m/s 2.5 extreme 14.4h
July Ideal 23° - 29° 26° 2 mm clear 80% 4.0 m/s 2.5 extreme 14.1h
August Ideal 24° - 30° 27° 2 mm clear 79% 3.3 m/s 2.2 extreme 13.3h
September Ideal 22° - 29° 26° 13 mm clear 72% 2.9 m/s 1.6 very high 12.3h
October Excellent 18° - 27° 23° 65 mm mostly sunny 65% 2.4 m/s 1.0 moderate 11.2h
November Very Good 13° - 22° 17° 99 mm some cloud 63% 2.5 m/s 0.5 moderate 10.2h
December Good 9° - 16° 13° 171 mm partly cloudy 68% 2.8 m/s 0.3 low 9.7h
Getting There & Around

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.