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Mosque of the Jinn

Mosque

Masjid al‑Jinn near Mecca marks a site linked in Islamic tradition to jinn who met the Prophet. Pilgrims and students of Islamic history visit for prayer and its proximity to other pilgrimage routes.

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Mosque of the Jinn essentials

Address: Masjid al‑Jinn (Mosque of the Jinn), Mecca, Saudi Arabia
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When to Go

Best Time to Visit Mosque of the Jinn

Visit outside Hajj and Ramadan for fewer crowds, but note Mecca access is restricted to Muslims only.

Non‑pilgrimage months
Jan-May, Sep-Nov · 20-35°C (68-95°F) depending on season
Less crowded than Hajj months; still warm to hot, with manageable crowds outside peak pilgrimage dates.
Hajj and Ramadan
Varies (Hajj dates change annually) · Hot (often above 30°C / 86°F)
Extremely busy and not recommended for casual visitors; many areas are restricted.

Weather & Climate near Mosque of the Jinn

Climate

Mosque of the Jinn's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with very hot summers (peaking in July) and warm winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 18°C to 42°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 180 Unhealthy
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Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
49°
Warmest Month
8°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Ideal 18° - 29° 23° 12 mm mostly sunny 49% 2.4 m/s 1.3 high 10.9h
February Ideal 18° - 30° 24° 6 mm clear 43% 2.7 m/s 1.7 very high 11.3h
March Ideal 20° - 33° 27° 8 mm clear 35% 3.0 m/s 2.2 extreme 11.9h
April Ideal 24° - 37° 30° 3 mm clear 31% 2.8 m/s 2.5 extreme 12.5h
May Excellent 27° - 40° 33° 8 mm clear 23% 2.9 m/s 2.6 extreme 13.0h
June Excellent 28° - 42° 35° 1 mm clear 17% 2.8 m/s 2.6 extreme 13.3h
July Excellent 29° - 42° 35° 1 mm mostly sunny 23% 2.8 m/s 2.6 extreme 13.2h
August Excellent 29° - 41° 35° 3 mm mostly sunny 29% 2.4 m/s 2.4 extreme 12.7h
September Excellent 28° - 40° 34° 2 mm mostly sunny 26% 2.3 m/s 2.2 extreme 12.2h
October Ideal 25° - 38° 31° 5 mm clear 31% 2.2 m/s 1.8 very high 11.5h
November Ideal 22° - 33° 28° 25 mm clear 45% 2.2 m/s 1.4 high 11.0h
December Ideal 19° - 30° 25° 18 mm clear 50% 2.5 m/s 1.2 high 10.7h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Mosque of the Jinn

Located within the urban fabric of Mecca near the Grand Mosque (Masjid al‑Haram). Access to Mecca is restricted to Muslims; visitors already in the city can reach the mosque on foot from the Haram area. Given intense crowds, approach during non‑peak hours and follow local guidance.

Tips for Visiting Mosque of the Jinn

  • Respect prayer times and gender‑segregated areas where applicable; the mosque is an active place of worship.
  • Carry photo ID; access to certain areas of Mecca is restricted to Muslims and the Saudi authorities enforce rules strictly.
  • The mosque is in a busy area near the Grand Mosque - plan for crowds and intense heat in summer.