Al-Mahdi Mosque, Sanaa Mosque

Large historic mosque in Sanaa, notable minarets

Mosque in Sana'a used by local worshippers and visitors interested in Yemeni religious architecture and the capital's historic districts.

Al-Mahdi Mosque, Sanaa at a Glance#

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How to Get to Al-Mahdi Mosque, Sanaa#

Al‑Mahdi Mosque is in Sanaa’s old city area. Access should be arranged with local contacts and with careful attention to travel advisories; navigate on foot from central Sanaa neighborhoods.

Tips for Visiting Al-Mahdi Mosque, Sanaa#

Because Sanaa's key religious sites can be sensitive, check security and access conditions before planning a visit.
Non‑Muslim visitors should avoid entering during services and be mindful of dress codes.

Best Time to Visit Al-Mahdi Mosque, Sanaa#

Travel to Sanaa and its mosques is highly dependent on security; when possible, cooler months are preferable for comfort.

Cool season (Oct-Apr)

October-April · 10-25°C

Easier travel conditions in Yemen; less heat and clearer skies.

Hot season (May-Sep)

May-September · 25-35°C

Hotter and more difficult for extensive walking in urban areas.

Weather & Climate near Al-Mahdi Mosque, Sanaa#

Climate

Al-Mahdi Mosque, Sanaa's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with warm summers (peaking in June) and cool winters (coldest in December). Temperatures range from 7°C to 30°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 92 Moderate

Best Time to Visit

FebruaryOctoberJune

Temperature & Rainfall

Temperature Range

33°

Warmest Month

-2°

Coldest Month

Monthly Conditions

Month	Comfort	Temp	Feels	Rain	Sky	Humidity	Wind	UV	Daylight
January	Excellent	8° - 23°	16°	11 mm	clear	37%	2.2 m/s	1.9 very high	11.2h
February	Ideal	10° - 25°	18°	7 mm	clear	33%	2.5 m/s	2.3 extreme	11.5h
March	Ideal	12° - 25°	19°	25 mm	mostly sunny	36%	2.5 m/s	2.7 extreme	11.9h
April	Excellent	14° - 27°	20°	47 mm	some cloud	37%	2.7 m/s	2.8 extreme	12.4h
May	Ideal	16° - 28°	22°	43 mm	mostly sunny	31%	3.0 m/s	2.8 extreme	12.7h
June	Ideal	18° - 30°	24°	10 mm	mostly sunny	26%	2.5 m/s	2.6 extreme	12.9h
July	Excellent	17° - 29°	23°	39 mm	partly cloudy	38%	2.0 m/s	2.4 extreme	12.8h
August	Excellent	17° - 29°	23°	53 mm	partly cloudy	41%	2.0 m/s	2.5 extreme	12.5h
September	Ideal	16° - 28°	22°	10 mm	mostly sunny	30%	1.7 m/s	2.5 extreme	12.1h
October	Ideal	12° - 25°	18°	5 mm	mostly sunny	31%	2.7 m/s	2.4 extreme	11.7h
November	Excellent	9° - 23°	16°	7 mm	clear	38%	2.3 m/s	2.0 extreme	11.3h
December	Excellent	7° - 23°	15°	6 mm	clear	38%	2.3 m/s	1.8 very high	11.1h