Overview
Mecca, also known as Makkah, is a city in the Hejazi region of Saudi Arabia. The city is located 70 km inland from Jeddah, in a narrow valley at a height of 277 m above sea level. With a population of over two million people, Mecca is known as the birthplace of the Islamic prophet Muhammad and the faith itself.
Climate and Weather of Mecca
Mecca experiences a hot desert climate, also known as a 'BWh' under the Köppen-Geiger climate classification. This means that the city experiences extremely high temperatures during summer (May to September), while the winter months (December to February) are considerably milder.
Typical Weather Patterns Throughout the Year
Spring (March to May)
Spring in Mecca is warm, with average high temperatures ranging from 31°C in March to 38°C in May. Low temperatures also gradually increase from 20°C to 26°C. Rainfall is low, with March being the wettest month (approximately 10mm).
Summer (June to September)
Summer is extremely hot, with temperatures often exceeding 40°C. July and August are the hottest months, with an average high of 43°C. Night-time temperatures also remain high, rarely falling below 30°C. Rainfall is almost non-existent during this period.
Autumn (October and November)
Autumn sees a gradual decrease in temperatures, with highs ranging from 37°C in October to 32°C in November. Lows also decrease from 25°C to 21°C. Rainfall remains low, with an average of 5mm across the two months.
Winter (December to February)
Winter is relatively mild, with average high temperatures ranging from 28°C to 30°C and lows from 18°C to 19°C. December is the wettest month, with an average rainfall of 20mm.
Temperature and Precipitation Tables
| Month | Average High (°C) | Average Low (°C) | Average Precipitation (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30 | 18 | 10 |
| February | 31 | 19 | 10 |
| March | 34 | 21 | 10 |
| April | 37 | 24 | 10 |
| May | 40 | 26 | 5 |
| June | 42 | 28 | 0 |
| July | 43 | 29 | 0 |
| August | 43 | 29 | 0 |
| September | 41 | 27 | 0 |
| October | 37 | 24 | 5 |
| November | 33 | 21 | 5 |
| December | 30 | 19 | 15 |
Conclusion
Mecca's climate is characterized by extreme heat during summer and mild conditions in winter. However, despite the challenging weather conditions, millions of Muslims from around the world visit the city each year for the Hajj pilgrimage, demonstrating the city's significant religious and cultural importance.
A - Makkah al Mukarramah's Latitude is 21.426670 & Longitude is 39.826111.
A - Weather in Makkah al Mukarramah is 29° today.
A - Climate Conditions in Makkah al Mukarramah shows light rain today.
A - Humidity in Makkah al Mukarramah is 51% today.
A - Wind speed in Makkah al Mukarramah is 7.88 km/h, flowing at 66° wind direction. today.
