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 at a Glance#
Address: Sabil al-al-Wafaʿiya, Historic Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt
About Sabil al-al-Wafa‘iya#
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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Excellent | 8° - 20° | 14° | 6 mm | some cloud | 61% | 2.6 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.3h |
| February | Excellent | 9° - 21° | 15° | 6 mm | some cloud | 56% | 2.5 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 11.0h |
| March | Ideal | 11° - 24° | 17° | 4 mm | some cloud | 51% | 2.7 m/s | 1.4 high | 11.9h |
| April | Ideal | 15° - 29° | 22° | 1 mm | some cloud | 44% | 2.9 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.8h |
| May | Ideal | 18° - 32° | 25° | 1 mm | mostly sunny | 40% | 3.2 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 13.6h |
| June | Ideal | 20° - 35° | 28° | 0 mm | clear | 40% | 3.3 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 13.9h |
| July | Ideal | 22° - 35° | 28° | 0 mm | clear | 42% | 2.8 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 13.8h |
| August | Ideal | 22° - 35° | 28° | 0 mm | mostly sunny | 45% | 2.6 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 13.1h |
| September | Ideal | 20° - 33° | 27° | 0 mm | clear | 50% | 2.9 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Ideal | 18° - 30° | 24° | 1 mm | clear | 56% | 2.6 m/s | 1.3 high | 11.3h |
| November | Ideal | 13° - 25° | 19° | 3 mm | mostly sunny | 59% | 1.9 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.5h |
| December | Excellent | 9° - 21° | 15° | 7 mm | mostly sunny | 62% | 2.6 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.1h |
