Tur'an Mountain
Arab town in northern Israel near Nazareth
In Israel's Northern District, Tur'an lies amid Galilee towns; visitors pass through while exploring local markets, nearby archaeological sites and the surrounding landscapes.
Tur'an at a Glance#
How to Get to Tur'an#
Tur’an is north of the Jezreel Valley. From Afula or Nazareth, regional buses and shared taxis serve local roads; for comfort and speed, hire a taxi from Afula (≈20-30 minutes depending on traffic). Driving is straightforward via local roads connecting to Highway 65.
Tips for Visiting Tur'an#
- Local buses run irregularly; hiring a taxi from nearby Afula or Nazareth is often quicker and saves walking time.
- Visit during olive-harvest season (autumn) to see the countryside working; avoid municipal offices' lunch hours if planning paperwork.
- Ask at a local coffee shop for the best vantage points of the surrounding hills - residents are practical and talkative.
Best Time to Visit Tur'an#
Spring and autumn are the most pleasant times to visit for moderate temperatures and outdoor activity.
Weather & Climate near Tur'an#
Tur'an's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 6°C to 31°C. Moderate rainfall (667 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Acceptable | 6° - 13° | 8° | 169 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 3.1 m/s | 0.5 low | 10.1h |
| February | Acceptable | 6° - 14° | 10° | 131 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 2.8 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.9h |
| March | Very Good | 8° - 17° | 12° | 88 mm | partly cloudy | 68% | 3.2 m/s | 1.2 high | 11.9h |
| April | Excellent | 11° - 22° | 16° | 33 mm | some cloud | 61% | 3.1 m/s | 1.7 very high | 12.9h |
| May | Ideal | 15° - 26° | 20° | 10 mm | mostly sunny | 53% | 3.2 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 13.7h |
| June | Ideal | 18° - 29° | 24° | 0 mm | clear | 52% | 3.7 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 14.1h |
| July | Ideal | 20° - 31° | 25° | 0 mm | clear | 55% | 3.7 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 13.9h |
| August | Ideal | 20° - 31° | 25° | 0 mm | clear | 60% | 3.4 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 13.2h |
| September | Ideal | 19° - 30° | 24° | 1 mm | clear | 58% | 3.2 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Ideal | 16° - 26° | 21° | 20 mm | mostly sunny | 56% | 2.3 m/s | 1.2 high | 11.2h |
| November | Very Good | 11° - 20° | 16° | 78 mm | mostly sunny | 60% | 2.2 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.4h |
| December | Acceptable | 7° - 15° | 11° | 137 mm | partly cloudy | 70% | 2.3 m/s | 0.5 low | 9.9h |
