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Zabāyir al Qasţal

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Zabāyir al Qasţal Map data © OpenStreetMap contributorsAmmanAmman CitadelAmman International StadiumKing Abdullah I MosqueAyn GhazalKing Abdullah II StadiumRoman TheatreThe Jordan MuseumAl-RajibRaghadan PalaceZabāyir al Qasţal
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Zabāyir al Qasţal essentials

Country: Jordan
Driest months: Jun-Aug
Pay in: Dinar (د.ا)
Language: Arabic
Emergency: 191

Zabāyir al Qasţal at a Glance

Things to Do
When to Go

Best Time to Visit Zabāyir al Qasţal

Spring and autumn are generally the most comfortable seasons for visiting archaeological sites around Amman.

Spring
March-May · 12-25°C (54-77°F)
Pleasant temperatures for urban and archaeological exploration.
Autumn
September-November · 15-28°C (59-82°F)
Dry, comfortable days and lower humidity.
Winter
December-February · 5-15°C (41-59°F)
Cooler, occasional rain; quieter for visitors.

Weather & Climate near Zabāyir al Qasţal

Climate

Zabāyir al Qasţal's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 4°C to 32°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 79 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
47°
Warmest Month
-1°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Good 4° - 13° 7° 60 mm some cloud 64% 2.6 m/s 0.6 moderate 10.2h
February Good 5° - 15° 8° 54 mm partly cloudy 61% 3.1 m/s 0.9 moderate 10.9h
March Very Good 7° - 18° 12° 49 mm some cloud 58% 3.2 m/s 1.3 high 11.9h
April Ideal 10° - 23° 17° 13 mm some cloud 51% 3.2 m/s 1.8 very high 12.8h
May Ideal 14° - 28° 21° 4 mm mostly sunny 43% 3.4 m/s 2.2 extreme 13.6h
June Ideal 17° - 31° 24° 0 mm clear 43% 3.2 m/s 2.7 extreme 14.0h
July Ideal 18° - 32° 25° 0 mm clear 45% 3.5 m/s 2.7 extreme 13.8h
August Ideal 18° - 32° 25° 0 mm clear 48% 3.2 m/s 2.4 extreme 13.1h
September Ideal 17° - 31° 24° 0 mm clear 51% 2.6 m/s 1.9 very high 12.2h
October Ideal 14° - 27° 21° 3 mm clear 51% 2.5 m/s 1.3 high 11.3h
November Excellent 9° - 21° 15° 29 mm mostly sunny 53% 2.6 m/s 0.8 moderate 10.4h
December Good 5° - 15° 9° 52 mm some cloud 59% 2.3 m/s 0.5 moderate 10.0h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Zabāyir al Qasţal

Sites labeled as Zabāyir (mounds) around Amman Governorate are reached by local roads radiating from Amman; exact access depends on the specific mound. Visitors should consult local guides, the Department of Antiquities in Jordan, or registered tour operators for precise directions and permissions.

Tips for Visiting Zabāyir al Qasţal

  • Coordinates and on-site access can be difficult to verify-consult local archaeological authorities or tour operators in Amman before planning a visit.
  • Respect any fence lines or restricted areas; many archaeological mounds are protected and not open for casual exploration.
  • Combine a visit with other nearby Amman sites to make travel logistics more efficient.