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Madinah

Decide whether to visit or live in Madinah, then explore current conditions, local people, the map, and concise sourced context.

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Updated Wednesday, September 16, 2026 · sourced live layer and versioned editorial content

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Should I visit Madinah?

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  • Air quality warrants some caution
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Climate normals · 2016–2025

When to go: Madinah month by month

Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Madinah are typically January, February and December, with average daytime highs around 25–27°C. June is usually the warmest month (average high 43°C), January the coldest (average low 11°C), and January the wettest (about 13 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.

Monthly averages computed from 2016–2025 Open-Meteo historical weather records for this location. Long-run averages, not a forecast.
MonthAvg high (°C)Avg low (°C)Rain (mm)Sunshine (h/day)
January24.711.01310.3
February26.612.0710.6
March31.316.1510.8
April35.219.7911.6
May39.724.3112.3
June43.227.6012.6
July42.827.7012.4
August43.228.6111.6
September42.327.1010.9
October37.222.0510.6
November30.917.369.8
December26.312.999.7

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What is being reported around Madinah

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People and places shaping Madinah

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Research updated Tuesday, September 15, 2026
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Past and future events in Madinah

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Past · documented context

Previously

  1. Battle of Uhud

    Fought in 625 CE near Mount Uhud; Meccan forces under Abu Sufyan were repelled, resulting in heavy Muslim casualties.

  2. Battle of the Trench (Battle of the Confederates)

    Siege of Medina in 627 CE; Muslims dug a trench on Salman al‑Farsi’s advice, leading to Meccan withdrawal.

  3. Siege of Medina (World War I)

    From 6 June 1916 to 10 January 1919 the city endured a three‑year siege by the Sharifate of Mecca; Fakhri Pasha held out until the armistice.

Current public leadership

  • Salman ibn Sultan

    Wikidata currently records this person as Madinah's head of government. Saudi Arabian royal and intelligence officer.

People associated with this place

No person with a direct, sourced association to Madinah has been verified yet.

Historical figures

  • Prophet Muhammad

    Founder of Islam; migrated to Yathrib (Medina) in 622 CE and is buried in the Prophet’s Mosque.

  • Abd Allah ibn Ubayy

    Prominent Khazraj chief noted for his equitable stance during the early Muslim period in Medina.

  • Sa'd ibn Mu'adh

    Companion of Muhammad who acted as judge for the Banu Qurayza after the Battle of the Trench.

  • Abu Sufyan ibn Harb

    Meccan leader who led forces against Medina in the Battle of Uhud (625 CE).

  • Fakhri Pasha

    Ottoman governor who defended Medina during the World‑War‑I siege (1916‑1919).

Local business and employers

Newspapers and local media

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Buildings and landmarks

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01 · Overview

Madinah, in brief

Madinah is mapped here through verified geographic facts and source-linked daily data. Its longer editorial profile is in the enrichment queue.

02 · History

How Madinah took shape

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03 · Visit

Visiting Madinah

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04 · Food & culture

Food and everyday culture in Madinah

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05 · Arts

Arts and cultural life in Madinah

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06 · Economy

Work and the economy in Madinah

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07 · Safety

Safety and practical guidance for Madinah

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08 · Questions

Questions about Madinah

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Atlas FAQ Desk

Frequently Asked Questions about Madinah

Essential geographic, demographic, currency, and travel context verified from primary records.

01 · Q&A

Where is Madinah located and what are its coordinates?

Madinah is situated in Saudi Arabia at geographic coordinates 24.4686, 39.6142 with an elevation of an elevation monitored in local geographic surveys.

02 · Q&A

What is the population and time zone of Madinah?

Madinah has a recorded population of approximately 1,300,000 and observes the Asia/Riyadh time zone (SAR).

03 · Q&A

What languages and currency are used in Madinah?

Official and commonly spoken languages in Madinah include ar-SA, and the circulating currency is SAR.

04 · Q&A

How can I check live conditions and daily updates for Madinah?

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