Historical map series for the area of Suruh (1870s).jpg

Sources for historical series of maps as follows: PEF Survey of Palestine Survey of Palestine Overlay from Palestine Ope Public domain Wikimedia Commons

Suruh

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Suruh essentials

Country: Israel
Driest months: Jun-Aug
Pay in: Shekel (₪)
Language: Hebrew
Emergency: 100

Suruh at a Glance

Things to Do
When to Go

Best Time to Visit Suruh

Spring and autumn offer the most comfortable visiting conditions; summers can be hot and dry.

Spring
Mar-May · 15-25°C
Wildflowers and mild temperatures; one of the best times to explore outdoor sites.
Autumn
Sep-Nov · 18-28°C
Cooling from summer heat with pleasant conditions for walking.

Weather & Climate near Suruh

Climate

Suruh's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 6°C to 30°C. Moderate rainfall (825 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 64 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
37°
Warmest Month
5°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Acceptable 6° - 13° 7° 209 mm partly cloudy 71% 3.6 m/s 0.4 low 10.1h
February Acceptable 6° - 14° 8° 162 mm partly cloudy 72% 3.9 m/s 0.7 moderate 10.9h
March Good 8° - 16° 12° 107 mm partly cloudy 73% 3.6 m/s 1.2 high 11.9h
April Very Good 11° - 21° 16° 47 mm some cloud 73% 3.4 m/s 1.6 very high 12.9h
May Ideal 14° - 25° 20° 14 mm mostly sunny 73% 3.1 m/s 2.1 extreme 13.8h
June Ideal 18° - 28° 23° 0 mm clear 74% 3.8 m/s 2.6 extreme 14.2h
July Ideal 20° - 29° 24° 0 mm clear 74% 4.0 m/s 2.6 extreme 14.0h
August Ideal 20° - 30° 25° 0 mm clear 74% 3.9 m/s 2.3 extreme 13.2h
September Ideal 18° - 28° 23° 3 mm clear 70% 3.3 m/s 1.8 very high 12.3h
October Ideal 16° - 25° 21° 26 mm mostly sunny 68% 2.6 m/s 1.1 high 11.2h
November Very Good 11° - 20° 15° 96 mm some cloud 64% 3.1 m/s 0.6 moderate 10.3h
December Acceptable 7° - 15° 11° 161 mm partly cloudy 68% 3.7 m/s 0.4 low 9.8h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Suruh

Access depends on the specific site within the Northern District; the region is well-served by road and many smaller sites are approached from nearby towns via local roads.

Tips for Visiting Suruh

  • Check archaeological or visitor-centre information for permitted access; some areas may be protected.
  • Bring sturdy footwear for uneven ground and archaeological features.
  • Respect local regulations - many sites in Northern Israel have restricted zones.