Tell Aswad
Archaeological Site Early Neolithic settlement near Damascus, important archaeology
A Neolithic tell near Damascus, Tell Aswad is important to studies of early farming and settlement. Scholars and visitors interested in prehistory focus on its early domestication evidence and archaeological remains.
How to Get to Tell Aswad #
Tell Aswad is in the Damascus region; access and safety depend on current regional conditions. Academic visits should be coordinated with Syrian Directorate-General of Antiquities and Museums or university partners.
Tips for Visiting Tell Aswad #
- Tell Aswad's field reports appear mainly in academic literature - consult recent excavation summaries before visiting for context and dates.
- Access may be restricted; coordinate through Syrian archaeological authorities or university partners if a field visit is required.
Best Time to Visit Tell Aswad #
Spring and autumn are preferred for outdoor archaeological visits; verify access due to regional conditions.
Weather & Climate near Tell Aswad #
Tell Aswad's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 0°C to 36°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 12°C and lows of 0°C. The wettest month with 32 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 1°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 4°C. Light rainfall.
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April
April is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 8°C. Light rainfall.
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May
May is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 11°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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June
June is warm with highs of 34°C and lows of 15°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 36°C and lows of 18°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is warm with highs of 35°C and lows of 17°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 33°C and lows of 14°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 10°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 4°C. Light rainfall.
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December
December is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 1°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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