The Seven Mosques

Mosque Historic cluster of small early Islamic mosques in Medina

A cluster of small historical mosques near Medina associated with sites around the Battle of Uhud; pilgrims and history-minded visitors come for religious significance and local historical context.

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The Seven Mosques
The Seven Mosques area, vicinity of Medina, Al-Madinah Region, Saudi Arabia
24.4767, 39.5958

How to Get to The Seven Mosques #

The Seven Mosques area is in the environs of Medina. Access is governed by local rules and religious considerations-most visitors will approach with a licensed guide or as part of pilgrimage itineraries. Non-Muslim visitors should be aware of restricted access to certain religious precincts in Medina.

Tips for Visiting The Seven Mosques #

  • The Seven Mosques area in Medina is sensitive for non-Muslim visitors-respect local rules and signage; in many cases non-Muslims should not attempt to enter historic religious precincts.
  • If visiting nearby historical sites, coordinate with state-run tourism offices or licensed guides for correct access information.

Best Time to Visit The Seven Mosques #

Cooler months offer the most comfortable visiting conditions; be mindful of prayer times and local access rules.

Winter
Nov-Feb · 10-25°C (50-77°F)
Cooler temperatures make walking more comfortable.
Spring/Autumn
Mar-May, Sep-Oct · 20-32°C (68-89°F)
Mild to warm, but check for religious events that increase visitor numbers.

Weather & Climate near The Seven Mosques #

Climate

The Seven Mosques's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with very hot summers (peaking in August) and mild winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 11°C to 43°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 157 Unhealthy
Best Time to Visit
OctoberFebruaryMarch
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
48°
Warmest Month
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 24°C and lows of 11°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

95 Ideal

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
11° 24°
42%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

7 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
10.7h daylight

February

February is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 13°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

96 Ideal

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
13° 26°
37%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

2 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
Very High
11.2h daylight

March

March is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

96 Ideal

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
16° 30°
28%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

13 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
11.9h daylight

April

April is warm with highs of 35°C and lows of 21°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

96 Ideal

Comfort

28°
Feels Like Warm
28°C
Temperature
21° 35°
24%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

13 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
12.6h daylight

May

May is hot with highs of 39°C and lows of 25°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

88 Excellent

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
32°C
Temperature
25° 39°
18%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

6 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
13.2h daylight

June

June is hot with highs of 43°C and lows of 28°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

90 Ideal

Comfort

35°
Feels Like Hot
35°C
Temperature
28° 43°
14%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.7
UV Index
Extreme
13.5h daylight

July

July is hot with highs of 42°C and lows of 28°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and mostly sunny skies.

90 Ideal

Comfort

35°
Feels Like Hot
35°C
Temperature
28° 42°
18%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.7
UV Index
Extreme
13.4h daylight

August

August is the hottest month with highs of 43°C and lows of 29°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

88 Excellent

Comfort

36°
Feels Like Hot
36°C
Temperature
29° 43°
20%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

3 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
12.9h daylight

September

September is hot with highs of 42°C and lows of 27°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

88 Excellent

Comfort

35°
Feels Like Hot
35°C
Temperature
27° 42°
17%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.2h daylight

October

October is hot with highs of 37°C and lows of 22°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

97 Ideal

Comfort

30°
Feels Like Hot
30°C
Temperature
22° 37°
23%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

3 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
11.5h daylight

November

November is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall and clear sunny skies.

95 Ideal

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
17° 30°
37%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

15 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.2
UV Index
High
10.8h daylight

December

December is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 13°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

95 Ideal

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
13° 26°
42%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

8 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.0
UV Index
High
10.5h daylight

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