Yehudiya Forest Nature Reserve National Park
Forest nature reserve with rugged canyons and streams
Nature reserve in the Golan Heights region with basalt gorges, streams and walking trails; hikers come for river pools, canyon walks and archaeological sites.
Yehudiya Forest Nature Reserve at a Glance#
How to Get to Yehudiya Forest Nature Reserve#
Access depends on the current political situation in the Golan Heights/Quneitra region; travel should be planned carefully with local authorities and guides. Road access, when permitted, is via regional routes; be prepared for checkpoints and restricted areas.
Tips for Visiting Yehudiya Forest Nature Reserve#
- Check security and access conditions - the Golan Heights/Quneitra area is sensitive and access may be restricted.
- Hire a local guide familiar with the region's history and current access rules if planning a visit.
- Avoid photographing military installations or personnel.
Best Time to Visit Yehudiya Forest Nature Reserve#
Best in spring and autumn for mild weather; verify access due to political sensitivity and potential restrictions.
Weather & Climate near Yehudiya Forest Nature Reserve#
Yehudiya Forest Nature Reserve's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 7°C to 32°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Good | 7° - 15° | 11° | 121 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 2.5 m/s | 0.5 low | 10.1h |
| February | Good | 7° - 16° | 12° | 92 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 2.3 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.9h |
| March | Very Good | 10° - 19° | 14° | 64 mm | partly cloudy | 68% | 2.7 m/s | 1.2 high | 11.9h |
| April | Excellent | 12° - 24° | 18° | 25 mm | some cloud | 61% | 2.7 m/s | 1.7 very high | 12.9h |
| May | Ideal | 16° - 28° | 22° | 9 mm | mostly sunny | 53% | 3.0 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 13.7h |
| June | Ideal | 20° - 31° | 25° | 0 mm | clear | 52% | 3.4 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 14.1h |
| July | Ideal | 22° - 32° | 28° | 0 mm | clear | 55% | 3.5 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 13.9h |
| August | Ideal | 22° - 33° | 28° | 0 mm | clear | 60% | 3.0 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 13.2h |
| September | Ideal | 20° - 31° | 26° | 1 mm | clear | 58% | 3.1 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Ideal | 17° - 28° | 22° | 13 mm | mostly sunny | 56% | 2.2 m/s | 1.2 high | 11.2h |
| November | Excellent | 12° - 23° | 17° | 52 mm | mostly sunny | 60% | 1.8 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.4h |
| December | Good | 8° - 17° | 13° | 96 mm | partly cloudy | 70% | 2.6 m/s | 0.5 low | 9.9h |
