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Hira

Saudi Arabia
Best timeNov–Mar
Set inSaudi Arabia
In season~84°F high
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Climate

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2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0).

ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

64–108°F
On the map
Map showing the location of Hira
Directions (Google Maps) →
Historical monthly weather

Sweet spotPeak Mar. Go in Feb, Apr for similar weather.

Sunny share of daylightMar · 85%
WarmestJun · 108°F
WettestJan
Best windowNov–Mar
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Bar height is the typical daytime high; color shows sunny share of daylight. The shaded months are the ideal window to go.
Weather data & source

2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). Sunny share of daylight is calibrated from daytime cloud cover. ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

Jabal al-Nour is a mountain near Mecca in the Hejaz region of Saudi Arabia. The mountain houses the grotto or cave of Hira, which holds tremendous significance for Muslims throughout the world, as it is here where the Islamic prophet Muhammad received his first revelation of the Quran, which consisted of the first five ayat of Surah Al-Alaq from the angel Jibra'il. It is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Mecca.

Best time to visit

Aim for Nov–Mar, the 5 months that line up best.

Pairs well with

Abraj Al Bait
3 mi away
Al-Masjid Al-Haram
3 mi away
Jeddah Light
46 mi away
Quba Mosque
207 mi away

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Hira?

The best time to visit Hira is November–March, in Saudi Arabia.

Where is Hira?

Hira is in Saudi Arabia.

What is Hira known for?

Jabal al-Nour is a mountain near Mecca in the Hejaz region of Saudi Arabia. The mountain houses the grotto or cave of Hira, which holds tremendous significance for Muslims throughout the world, as it is here where the Islamic prophet Muhammad received his first revelation of the Quran, which consisted of the first five ayat of Surah Al-Alaq from the angel Jibra'il. It is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Mecca.

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