Tell Fekheriye
Archaeological Site Ancient archaeological mound with Neo-Assyrian remains
Tell Fekheriye is an archaeological tell in Al-Hasakah Governorate in northeastern Syria known for Iron Age and earlier remains. Excavations at the site have produced material important to the study of the ancient Near East.
The mound contains stratified archaeological remains including Iron Age levels and material culture that have been used to study regional history and languages. One of the site’s finds is a bilingual inscription that has been important for epigraphic and historical research.
The tell preserves successive occupation layers from antiquity; systematic archaeological work has identified remains dating to the early first millennium BCE and earlier phases. Finds from the site have contributed to understanding local political and cultural developments in the Iron Age.
The mound lies in northeastern Syria within Al-Hasakah Governorate, in the broader Khabur basin region of the upper Mesopotamian plain.
- Bilingual inscription: The site produced a notable bilingual inscription important for the study of ancient Northwest Semitic languages and regional Iron Age history.
How to Get to Tell Fekheriye #
Tell Fekheriye is in the Al‑Hasakah Governorate of northeastern Syria. Access is subject to security and administrative controls; travel should be coordinated through appropriate authorities and local institutions. Road access generally follows regional highways; exact logistics depend on current conditions.
Tips for Visiting Tell Fekheriye #
- If visiting for the archaeological value, coordinate with scholars or local museums for the latest research and access permissions.
- Sites in northern Syria can be sensitive - check current safety advisories and access permissions before planning travel.
- Bring detailed maps; modern roads may not reflect ancient routes and local topography can be misleading.
Best Time to Visit Tell Fekheriye #
Spring and autumn offer the most comfortable conditions for archaeological field visits; security conditions determine actual access.
Weather & Climate near Tell Fekheriye #
Tell Fekheriye's climate is classified as Hot Semi-Arid - Hot Semi-Arid climate with very hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 1°C to 41°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 11°C and lows of 1°C. The wettest month with 57 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 14°C. Light rainfall.
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June
June is warm with highs of 36°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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July
July is the hottest month with highs of 41°C and lows of 22°C. The driest month with just 1 mm and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is hot with highs of 40°C and lows of 21°C. The driest month with just 1 mm and clear sunny skies.
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September
September is warm with highs of 36°C and lows of 16°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 11°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm).
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December
December is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
