Al-Hannanah Mosque Mosque
Shrine mosque adjacent to Imam Ali's tomb
Mosque adjacent to the Imam Ali shrine in Najaf, part of major Shia pilgrimage routes; visited for religious observance, history and shrine architecture.
Al-Hannanah Mosque at a Glance#
How to Get to Al-Hannanah Mosque#
Najaf is served by Najaf International Airport; the mosque is within the city and reached by local taxi from the airport or city center. Local guidance is recommended for first‑time visitors.
Tips for Visiting Al-Hannanah Mosque#
- The site is sensitive; follow signage and instructions from caretakers if present.
- Photography of interior shrines may be restricted - ask before photographing religious artefacts.
Best Time to Visit Al-Hannanah Mosque#
Best visited in the cooler months (late autumn to early spring); summers in Najaf are very hot.
Mild seasons (Oct-Apr)
October-April · 15-25°C
More comfortable for visiting Najaf and its religious sites.
Summer (May-Sep)
May-September · 35-45°C
Extremely hot - outdoor walking is uncomfortable.
Weather & Climate near Al-Hannanah Mosque#
Climate
Al-Hannanah Mosque's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with very hot summers (peaking in July) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 5°C to 44°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
Air Quality:
AQI 136
Unhealthy (Sg)
Best Time to Visit
OctoberMayMarch
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
52°
Warmest Month
-5°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Very Good | 5° - 15° | 9° | 20 mm | mostly sunny | 57% | 2.6 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 10.1h |
| February | Excellent | 8° - 19° | 14° | 11 mm | mostly sunny | 52% | 3.3 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.9h |
| March | Ideal | 12° - 24° | 18° | 8 mm | mostly sunny | 39% | 3.3 m/s | 1.2 high | 11.9h |
| April | Ideal | 17° - 30° | 24° | 11 mm | some cloud | 32% | 3.3 m/s | 1.6 very high | 12.9h |
| May | Ideal | 23° - 37° | 30° | 4 mm | mostly sunny | 23% | 3.1 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 13.7h |
| June | Ideal | 27° - 42° | 35° | 0 mm | clear | 16% | 4.1 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 14.1h |
| July | Ideal | 29° - 44° | 37° | 0 mm | clear | 15% | 4.2 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 13.9h |
| August | Ideal | 28° - 44° | 36° | 0 mm | clear | 16% | 3.6 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 13.2h |
| September | Ideal | 25° - 41° | 33° | 0 mm | clear | 18% | 3.0 m/s | 1.7 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Ideal | 19° - 33° | 26° | 3 mm | mostly sunny | 26% | 2.4 m/s | 1.1 high | 11.2h |
| November | Ideal | 11° - 24° | 18° | 10 mm | mostly sunny | 44% | 2.0 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.4h |
| December | Excellent | 7° - 18° | 12° | 11 mm | mostly sunny | 55% | 2.0 m/s | 0.5 low | 9.9h |
