Aqsab Mosque
Mosque Historic Damascus mosque with traditional Islamic architecture
How to Get to Aqsab Mosque #
Aqsab Mosque is located within Damascus’s Old City; it can be reached on foot from the Umayyad Mosque and the old souk. Local directions from central Old City landmarks are best for precise routing.
Tips for Visiting Aqsab Mosque #
- Consider visiting early morning; Old Damascus is best seen before the midday heat and before markets get crowded.
- Wear conservative dress out of respect; the area around the mosques is sensitive and religiously observant.
- If uncertain about entry protocols, speak to mosque staff - many will welcome respectful, quiet visitors.
Best Time to Visit Aqsab Mosque #
Best in spring or autumn when the Old City's alleys are pleasant and market activity is lively without extreme heat.
Weather & Climate near Aqsab Mosque #
Aqsab Mosque's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 33°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 11°C and lows of 2°C. The wettest month with 64 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm).
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April
April is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 9°C. Light rainfall.
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May
May is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 13°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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June
June is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 17°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 33°C and lows of 19°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is warm with highs of 33°C and lows of 19°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 16°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 12°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm).
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December
December is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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