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.
Mosque of Ali ibn al-Arabi at a Glance#
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.