Marjeh Square
Plaza Historic public square in central Damascus
In central Damascus, Marjeh Square sits close to the old city; tourists visit for proximity to the Umayyad Mosque, al‑Hamidiyah souq, colonial‑era buildings and lively street food stalls in the surrounding lanes.
How to Get to Marjeh Square #
Marjeh Square sits near the old city centre; reach it on foot from the Umayyad Mosque area. Local taxis and buses serve Damascus’s central districts. Due to security considerations, check current local advisories before travel.
Tips for Visiting Marjeh Square #
- Security and access conditions in Damascus can change rapidly; consult current advisories and local contacts.
- Marjeh Square has been a site of political events for over a century - behave with discretion when photographing or discussing local politics.
Best Time to Visit Marjeh Square #
Spring and autumn are usually the most comfortable seasons for exploring Damascus's old city and public squares.
Weather & Climate near Marjeh Square #
Marjeh Square'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 66 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 (51 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 (43 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 (55 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
