Wikala al-Jallaba Monument

Ottoman-era caravanserai in Cairo's medieval quarter

Wikala al-Jallaba features covered arcades and merchant rooms; travelers study its masonry and often combine visits with nearby bazaars.

Wikala al-Jallaba at a Glance#

Address: Islamic Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt

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How to Get to Wikala al-Jallaba#

Within the Khan el‑Khalili/Al‑Azhar quarter-most easily reached by metro to Al‑Azhar or Sadat and a short walk through the market streets. A local map or guide helps due to narrow lanes and changing shopfronts.

Tips for Visiting Wikala al-Jallaba#

Peer up at the wooden balconies-mashrabiya screening often conceals surprising painted timberwork.
If the courtyard is empty, listen closely: many of these spaces have an acoustic clarity that makes even casual speech sound ceremonial.
Combine visits with nearby historic mosques to see the continuity between commercial and religious architecture.

Best Time to Visit Wikala al-Jallaba#

Visit during the cooler months for comfortable exploration and photography.

Winter

December-February · 10-20°C (50-68°F)

Cool walking weather and clearer skies for photography.

Spring/Autumn

March-May, September-November · 18-28°C (64-82°F)

Comfortable temperatures and active market life nearby.

Weather & Climate near Wikala al-Jallaba#

Climate

Wikala al-Jallaba'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.

Air Quality: AQI 133 Unhealthy (Sg)

Best Time to Visit

SeptemberJuneAugust

Temperature & Rainfall

Temperature Range

45°

Warmest Month

1°

Coldest Month

Monthly Conditions

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	14° - 29°	22°	1 mm	some cloud	44%	2.8 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%	3.1 m/s	2.5 extreme	13.9h
July	Excellent	22° - 35°	28°	0 mm	clear	42%	2.7 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