Tell Arpachiyah
Archaeological Site Neolithic tell with circular mudbrick houses, archaeological site
Tell Arpachiyah is a prehistoric mound in Nineveh Governorate noted for early Chalcolithic architecture and pottery. Archaeologists visit for its circular structures, ceramics and insights into ancient northern Mesopotamian communities.
How to Get to Tell Arpachiyah #
Tell Arpachiyah is near Mosul/Erbil region of northern Iraq; access typically requires coordination with local archaeological authorities or academic teams. Visitors should obtain permissions and updated security guidance before travel.
Tips for Visiting Tell Arpachiyah #
- If researching the Early Bronze Age layers, consult recent archaeological publications for the latest excavation reports - the site was excavated in the 1930s and 1940s and occasionally revisited by field teams.
- Bring sun protection and sufficient water - the Mesopotamian plains can be exposed and hot during peak summer months.
Best Time to Visit Tell Arpachiyah #
Spring and autumn provide the most comfortable conditions for field visits to archaeological tells in northern Iraq.
Weather & Climate near Tell Arpachiyah #
Tell Arpachiyah's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with very hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 4°C to 42°C. Moderate rainfall (579 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 5°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (106 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (104 mm).
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April
April is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm).
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June
June is hot with highs of 39°C and lows of 24°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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July
July is the hottest month with highs of 42°C and lows of 27°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is hot with highs of 41°C and lows of 26°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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September
September is hot with highs of 37°C and lows of 22°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm).
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December
December is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 5°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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