Ezekiel's Tomb

Tomb Historic tomb and Shi'a pilgrimage shrine for Ezekiel

Near Najaf, Ezekiel’s Tomb marks a site associated with the biblical prophet Ezekiel and functions as a pilgrimage shrine; visitors come for religious history and local devotional practices.

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Ezekiel's Tomb
Najaf Governorate, Iraq
32.2269, 44.3672

How to Get to Ezekiel's Tomb #

Najaf is the nearest major city; from Najaf city centre, local transport or taxis reach the broader religious precincts. Check security advisories and local protocols before travel; coordinate with local authorities for access.

Tips for Visiting Ezekiel's Tomb #

  • Observe local customs and sensitivities; the site has religious significance and security protocols may be enforced.
  • Dress conservatively if entering adjacent religious precincts.
  • Coordinate visits with local guides or authorities for the most accurate access information.

Best Time to Visit Ezekiel's Tomb #

Best visited outside the intense summer heat; winter and spring are more comfortable.

Winter/Spring
November-April · 10-25°C
Milder temperatures, easier travel in the region.
Summer
May-September · 35-45°C
Very hot; travel can be uncomfortable and requires planning.

Weather & Climate near Ezekiel's Tomb #

Climate

Ezekiel's Tomb's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with very hot summers (peaking in July) and cold 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 115 Unhealthy (Sg)
Best Time to Visit
OctoberMayMarch
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
52°
Warmest Month
-5°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 15°C and lows of 5°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

82 Excellent

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
15°
57%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

20 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
10.1h daylight

February

February is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 7°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

84 Excellent

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
19°
52%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

12 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
10.9h daylight

March

March is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 11°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

94 Ideal

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
11° 24°
39%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

10 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
11.9h daylight

April

April is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall.

94 Ideal

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
17° 30°
32%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

12 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.6
UV Index
Very High
12.9h daylight

May

May is hot with highs of 37°C and lows of 22°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

96 Ideal

Comfort

30°
Feels Like Hot
30°C
Temperature
22° 37°
23%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

4 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
13.7h daylight

June

June is hot with highs of 42°C and lows of 26°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

92 Ideal

Comfort

34°
Feels Like Hot
34°C
Temperature
26° 42°
16%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
14.1h daylight

July

July is the hottest month with highs of 44°C and lows of 28°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

92 Ideal

Comfort

36°
Feels Like Hot
36°C
Temperature
28° 44°
15%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
13.9h daylight

August

August is hot with highs of 43°C and lows of 27°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

92 Ideal

Comfort

35°
Feels Like Hot
35°C
Temperature
27° 43°
16%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
13.2h daylight

September

September is hot with highs of 40°C and lows of 24°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

92 Ideal

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
32°C
Temperature
24° 40°
18%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.7
UV Index
Very High
12.2h daylight

October

October is warm with highs of 33°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

97 Ideal

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
18° 33°
26%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

2 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
11.2h daylight

November

November is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 11°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

93 Ideal

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
11° 24°
44%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

9 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.4h daylight

December

December is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 6°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

83 Excellent

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
18°
55%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

14 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.5
UV Index
Low
9.9h daylight

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