Al-Mahmoudia Mosque

Mosque Historic Cairo mosque near city center

A historic mosque in Cairo Governorate visited by those exploring the city’s Islamic heritage, architectural ornamentation, and the dense urban fabric of Greater Cairo.

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Al-Mahmoudia Mosque
Cairo Governorate, Egypt (approx. 30.0316 N, 31.2574 E)
30.0316, 31.2574
Open for daily prayers (no fixed visiting hours)
Free (no admission)

How to Get to Al-Mahmoudia Mosque #

Located in Cairo Governorate near downtown coordinates (30.0316, 31.2574). Use the Cairo Metro (nearest station depends on exact neighborhood) and complete the trip by short taxi or microbus. Leave extra time for traffic and security checks near major mosques.

Tips for Visiting Al-Mahmoudia Mosque #

  • Visit outside the five daily prayer windows to view interior details without interrupting worship.
  • Respect gender-specific areas - if unsure, follow the lead of local signage or ask at the entrance.
  • Bring a compact lens (35-50mm equivalent) for interior shots; they're less intrusive and capture intimate detail.

Best Time to Visit Al-Mahmoudia Mosque #

Cairo has mild winters and very hot summers; mosque interiors are busiest at prayer times, so aim for mid-morning on weekdays for quieter access.

Cool season
November-March · 12-22°C
Pleasant temperatures for walking and exploring Cairo; many locals avoid the midday sun.
Hot season
April-October · 25-38°C
High heat and dust; early morning and late evening visits are more comfortable.

Weather & Climate near Al-Mahmoudia Mosque #

Climate

Al-Mahmoudia Mosque's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 8°C to 35°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 133 Unhealthy (Sg)
Best Time to Visit
SeptemberJuneJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
45°
Warmest Month
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 20°C and lows of 8°C. Almost no rain.

81 Excellent

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
20°
61%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

6 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.3h daylight

February

February is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 9°C. Almost no rain.

81 Excellent

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
21°
56%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

6 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
11.0h daylight

March

March is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 11°C. Almost no rain.

91 Ideal

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
11° 24°
51%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

4 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.4
UV Index
High
11.9h daylight

April

April is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 14°C. Almost no rain.

91 Ideal

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
15° 29°
44%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
12.8h daylight

May

May is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

96 Ideal

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
18° 32°
40%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
13.6h daylight

June

June is warm with highs of 34°C and lows of 20°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

98 Ideal

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
20° 35°
40%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
13.9h daylight

July

July is the hottest month, feeling like 28°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

97 Ideal

Comfort

28°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
22° 35°
42%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
13.8h daylight

August

August is hot, feeling like 28°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and mostly sunny skies.

97 Ideal

Comfort

28°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
22° 35°
45%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
13.1h daylight

September

September is warm with highs of 33°C and lows of 20°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

99 Ideal

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
20° 33°
50%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
12.2h daylight

October

October is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

97 Ideal

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
18° 30°
56%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
11.3h daylight

November

November is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 13°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

93 Ideal

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
13° 25°
59%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

3 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
10.5h daylight

December

December is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 9°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

83 Excellent

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
21°
62%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

7 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.1h daylight

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