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Khusruwiyah Mosque

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Khusruwiyah Mosque essentials

Country: Syria
Driest months: Jun-Aug
Pay in: Pound (£, ل.س)
Language: Arabic
Emergency: 112

Khusruwiyah Mosque at a Glance

Things to Do
When to Go

Best Time to Visit Khusruwiyah Mosque

Visit during non-worship hours for casual viewing; Ramadan evenings show communal life at its most engaged.

Spring-autumn (March-November)
March-November · 10-30°C (50-86°F) depending on season
Best time for visits and street-level exploration; winter months can be cold and disruptive.
Ramadan evenings
Varies (Islamic calendar) · Variable
Evenings can be lively with communal iftar meals and special prayers.

Weather & Climate near Khusruwiyah Mosque

Climate

Khusruwiyah Mosque's climate is classified as Hot Semi-Arid - Hot Semi-Arid climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 35°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 75 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JuneSeptemberMay
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
47°
Warmest Month
-7°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Acceptable 2° - 10° 4° 56 mm partly cloudy 79% 1.9 m/s 0.3 low 9.8h
February Acceptable 3° - 12° 6° 49 mm partly cloudy 78% 2.1 m/s 0.5 moderate 10.7h
March Very Good 6° - 17° 11° 44 mm partly cloudy 73% 2.2 m/s 1.0 moderate 11.8h
April Excellent 10° - 22° 16° 34 mm partly cloudy 67% 2.3 m/s 1.4 high 13.0h
May Ideal 15° - 28° 22° 17 mm mostly sunny 60% 2.4 m/s 1.9 very high 14.0h
June Ideal 19° - 33° 26° 2 mm clear 52% 3.1 m/s 2.5 extreme 14.5h
July Ideal 22° - 35° 29° 0 mm clear 52% 3.7 m/s 2.5 extreme 14.2h
August Ideal 22° - 35° 29° 0 mm clear 55% 3.2 m/s 2.2 extreme 13.4h
September Ideal 19° - 32° 25° 2 mm clear 56% 2.4 m/s 1.6 very high 12.3h
October Ideal 13° - 27° 20° 21 mm mostly sunny 56% 1.5 m/s 0.9 moderate 11.1h
November Very Good 7° - 18° 12° 34 mm some cloud 64% 1.4 m/s 0.5 low 10.1h
December Good 3° - 12° 7° 52 mm partly cloudy 74% 1.7 m/s 0.3 low 9.6h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Khusruwiyah Mosque

Khusruwiyah Mosque is located in Aleppo’s historic urban area. Travel to the city and movement inside Aleppo depends on current security and access conditions; consult up-to-date travel advisories and local authorities before attempting to visit.

Tips for Visiting Khusruwiyah Mosque

  • If visiting during calm periods, photograph the mosque's façade in the soft morning light to avoid crowds and harsh shadows.
  • Check local curatorial notices - restoration work may close sections for conservation.
  • Respect worship times and dress conservatively when entering; ask for permission before photographing people in prayer.