zāwīyah Fāṭimah umm khawand
Monument Small Sufi convent linked to Fādimah Umm Khawand
A women’s zāwiya named for Umm Khawand in Cairo’s historic core; often visited on cultural walks that highlight mausoleums and religious architecture.
How to Get to zāwīyah Fāṭimah umm khawand #
Head to the historic quarters of Cairo (Islamic Cairo). From Khan al-Khalili and surrounding streets proceed on foot into the smaller lanes; local residents or shopkeepers can usually provide clear directions.
Tips for Visiting zāwīyah Fāṭimah umm khawand #
- Women may find the interior more accessible at specific hours; ask locally about visiting norms.
- Observe the layered repairs - later additions can reveal which communities invested in the zawiya over time.
- If offered tea or water by caretakers, accept; hospitality is part of the living tradition here.
Best Time to Visit zāwīyah Fāṭimah umm khawand #
Morning visits in shoulder seasons give the best combination of quiet and comfort.
Weather & Climate near zāwīyah Fāṭimah umm khawand #
zāwīyah Fāṭimah umm khawand'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 10°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.