Mosque of Ali ibn al-Arabi
Monument Historic Cairo mosque associated with scholar Ali ibn al-Arabi
A small historic mosque in Cairo. Visitors interested in Islamic art and Cairo’s medieval urban fabric stop to see traditional mosque architecture and local streetscapes.
How to Get to Mosque of Ali ibn al-Arabi #
Located in Islamic Cairo, the mosque is accessible on foot from main arteries like Al-Azhar and Bab Zuweila. Use Al-Azhar metro station (Line 1) for the shortest walk; local guided walks of the historic district often include small mosques like this one.
Tips for Visiting Mosque of Ali ibn al-Arabi #
- Check for opening hours-some smaller mosques close during the hottest hours or for private functions.
- Observe prayer etiquette: remove shoes, be respectful during prayer times, and follow any signage for visitor sections.
- Look for subtle decorative work-mihrabs and minbars can contain surprising craftsmanship in otherwise modest buildings.
Best Time to Visit Mosque of Ali ibn al-Arabi #
Prefer cooler months to avoid Cairo's summer heat when visiting small historic mosques.
Weather & Climate near Mosque of Ali ibn al-Arabi #
Mosque of Ali ibn al-Arabi'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.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 20°C and lows of 8°C. Almost no rain.
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February
February is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 9°C. Almost no rain.
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March
March is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 11°C. Almost no rain.
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April
April is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 14°C. Almost no rain.
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May
May is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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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.
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July
July is the hottest month, feeling like 28°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 28°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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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.
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October
October is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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November
November is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 13°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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December
December is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 9°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.