Sabil al-al-Wafa‘iya
Monument Ottoman-era sabil (public fountain) in Cairo
This sabil in Cairo follows the city’s tradition of charitable water dispensers, with ornate stonework and tile; visitors encounter it on guided walks through historic neighbourhoods.
Sabil al-al-Wafa’iya is a sabil, a public water-dispensing fountain, located in Cairo Governorate, Egypt. By definition a sabil served to provide drinking water to the public.
These small fountains are a recurring element in Cairo’s historic streetscape and are of interest for those studying urban infrastructure and social welfare in past centuries. No specific construction date or builder is documented here.
The structure lies within Cairo Governorate at the coordinates provided and is part of the wider urban fabric rather than a standalone tourist complex.
- Function: Part of Cairo's historic network of public water dispensers, commonly called sabils.
How to Get to Sabil al-al-Wafa‘iya #
In the old city district; reachable by foot from Bab Zuweila and the Khan el-Khalili area, or by taxi from central Cairo. Use local maps of historical sites to pinpoint the exact street.
Tips for Visiting Sabil al-al-Wafa‘iya #
- Seek out the small troughs and spout indentations at street level - they are the functional heart of any sabil.
- Visit early to photograph the marble and limestone without the glare of midday sun.
Best Time to Visit Sabil al-al-Wafa‘iya #
Morning visits in cooler months give the most comfortable conditions for exploration.
Weather & Climate near Sabil al-al-Wafa‘iya #
Sabil al-al-Wafa‘iya'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.
