Mosque of amir Husayn
Monument Religious complex from Mamluk-era Cairo
An amir’s mosque in Cairo’s historic district. Visitors come for Mamluk and Ottoman-era architectural features, decorative stonework and the mosque’s location within old-Cairo walking routes.
How to Get to Mosque of amir Husayn #
Found within Islamic Cairo’s compact grid, the mosque is reachable on foot from landmarks like Khan el-Khalili or Al-Azhar. The closest metro stop is Al-Azhar (Line 1), followed by a short walk through historic lanes.
Tips for Visiting Mosque of amir Husayn #
- If the mosque is small, avoid peak prayer times unless attending respectfully-mid-morning and mid-afternoon can be busiest.
- Notice tilework and any restoration evidence-Cairo's small mosques have seen cycles of repair and neglect.
- Ask a local historian or guide about the mosque's patron-the story often connects to neighborhood benefactors.
Best Time to Visit Mosque of amir Husayn #
Best in cooler months to avoid the high summer temperatures of Cairo.
Weather & Climate near Mosque of amir Husayn #
Mosque of amir Husayn'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.
