Zawiya of Zayn al-Din Yusuf
Monument Islamic zawiya and historic religious complex in Cairo
A medieval-era zawiya (Sufi lodge) in Cairo’s historic district noted for Islamic architecture and funerary inscriptions. Travelers interested in Cairo’s historic monuments visit for architecture and religious heritage.
How to Get to Zawiya of Zayn al-Din Yusuf #
The zawiya is in historic Cairo; approach via Salah Salem Road or smaller streets depending on the exact location. Taxis and rideshare are the practical ways to reach Cairo’s dense medieval quarters; combine this visit with nearby monuments in Old Cairo.
Tips for Visiting Zawiya of Zayn al-Din Yusuf #
- Dress modestly and be prepared to remove shoes in certain older religious spaces if entering enclosed parts of the complex.
- Photograph with care-some rituals or interior spaces may restrict photography.
- Combine a visit with a walking tour of medieval Cairo to place the zawiya within the wider Mamluk and Ottoman city fabric.
Best Time to Visit Zawiya of Zayn al-Din Yusuf #
Autumn through spring offers the most comfortable weather for exploring Cairo's dense historic neighborhoods.
Weather & Climate near Zawiya of Zayn al-Din Yusuf #
Zawiya of Zayn al-Din Yusuf'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.