Al-Hamra Mosque
Mosque Traditional mosque located in Fès historic district
Mosque in the Fès‑Meknès region serving local worshippers; encountered by visitors touring Fes for its religious architecture and medina neighbourhoods.
How to Get to Al-Hamra Mosque #
Located within Fes’s medina; most visitors arrive on foot from the gates (Bab Boujloud) and navigate the medina’s lanes. Taxi drop‑off at the city gates is typical; from there it is a short walk.
Tips for Visiting Al-Hamra Mosque #
- The mosque is part of Fès's religious quarter - it sits amid narrow lanes where non‑Muslim visitors should dress conservatively and move quietly.
- Combine a visit with nearby historic sites like the Attarine Madrasa and the Souk des Tapis for a fuller Old Fes experience.
Best Time to Visit Al-Hamra Mosque #
Spring and autumn are the most pleasant times to explore Fes and its mosques; midday in summer can be hot in the medina.
Weather & Climate near Al-Hamra Mosque #
Al-Hamra Mosque's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 5°C to 34°C. Moderate rainfall (537 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 16°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm).
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June
June is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 34°C and lows of 20°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is warm with highs of 34°C and lows of 20°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 18°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm).
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November
November is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. The wettest month with 87 mm of rain.