Umrah in winter (November to February): Makkah is mild, with average highs of about 31–36°C and lows of 19–23°C, while Madinah is much cooler, with average lows of about 12–14°C in December and January (WMO climate normals 1991–2020). Pack a warm layer for Madinah's Fajr, socks for cold marble, and book school-holiday groups early. WhatsApp 0330-3786333.
Last updated: · Weather: WMO 1991–2020 climate normals (averages, not a forecast). Prices: our live booking data of 27 Oct 2026.
The table shows long-term averages for each winter month from the WMO 1991–2020 climate normals for Makkah and for Madinah (World Meteorological Organization data, NOAA archive). They are averages, not a forecast: a cold night or a rainy day can be well away from them. Check the Saudi National Center for Meteorology a few days before you fly.
| Month | Makkah average high / low | Madinah average high / low | Rain days a month (Makkah / Madinah) |
|---|---|---|---|
| November | 35.6°C / 23.4°C | 30.4°C / 18.0°C | 1.7 / 1.4 |
| December | 32.5°C / 20.7°C | 26.0°C / 14.0°C | 1.3 / 0.8 |
| January | 30.9°C / 19.2°C | 24.4°C / 12.1°C | 1.8 / 0.9 |
| February | 32.6°C / 19.9°C | 27.0°C / 14.1°C | 0.3 / 0.3 |
Makkah stays warm. December averages 32.5°C by day and 20.7°C at night; January averages 30.9°C and 19.2°C. The afternoon sun is still strong, so many pilgrims do Tawaf and Sa'i after Maghrib or late at night, carry water and use an umbrella for shade.
Madinah is about 6–7°C cooler than Makkah by day and sits higher above sea level. Average lows are 14.0°C in December and 12.1°C in January, and individual nights can be colder. The walk to Masjid an-Nabawi for Fajr is usually the coldest part of the whole trip, especially for elderly parents and children.
November is the warmest of the four months (Makkah 35.6°C by day). February warms up again and is the driest month, with almost no rain days on average. Ramadan 2027 is expected to begin around 8 February 2027 (Umm al-Qura calendar), so February trips quickly become Ramadan trips.
Rain is not common, but winter is when most of it falls: Makkah averages 1.7 rain days in November, 1.3 in December and 1.8 in January. When it rains, the marble around the Haram gets slippery and low roads can flood. Wear shoes or sandals with grip outside the mosque, keep a small umbrella and follow the instructions of the Haram staff.
For most Pakistani families, yes. Walking between the hotel and the Haram is easier, Tawaf and Sa'i in the open are more comfortable, and older pilgrims cope better than in the summer heat. See our guide to Umrah with elderly parents.
Take two ihram sets so one can dry. Ihram rules stay the same in winter: no stitched or fitted clothes such as a jacket or sweater, and the head stays uncovered. Many pilgrims add an extra unstitched sheet or shawl over the shoulders on cold mornings. Wear sandals that leave the ankle and the top of the foot uncovered. If you are unsure about anything, ask your group's scholar.
Wear loose, modest clothes as usual, with a warmer layer under the abaya, such as a cardigan or a thermal top, plus warm socks and a shawl. A light, dark scarf works in both cities. See our women's Umrah guide.
For the full list of documents, medicines and ihram items, use our Umrah packing checklist.
Most of our groups leave Islamabad, Lahore and other Punjab cities in fog and cold and land in a warm Jeddah. Dress in layers for the flight and keep one warm layer in your hand luggage for Madinah. Winter fog can delay flights from Punjab airports, so reach the airport early and keep WhatsApp on for group messages. For flight and rule news, see our Umrah travel updates.
Pakistan's school winter holidays usually fall in late December and early January. The 2026–27 holiday dates have not been announced yet, so check your school's notice before you book. Groups in that window fill first, so book early if your dates are fixed. Current prices: November 2026 groups from PKR 222,500 per person (Sharing); December 2026 groups from PKR 218,000 per person (Sharing), from our live booking data of 27 Oct 2026.
Our Umrah packages are group departures with return flights, the Umrah visa, Makkah and Madinah hotels and transport, mostly from Islamabad. In winter a hotel close to the Haram helps, because you walk less in the cold Madinah mornings; see Umrah packages near the Haram. Diyanat Travels holds travel agency licence DTS-12187, issued by the Government of Punjab.
Diyanat Travels, Basement Amna Arcade, near Asian Mall, GT Road, Wah Cantt 47020 (parking nearby). We are open every day, including Sunday, from 9 AM to 8 PM, with a 2-hour break for Friday prayers. WhatsApp or call 0330-3786333. Licence DTS-12187.
سردیوں میں مکہ میں دن خوشگوار اور رات ہلکی ٹھنڈی ہوتی ہے، جبکہ مدینہ میں فجر کے وقت کافی سردی ہوتی ہے۔ گرم شال، موزے اور ہلکی جیکٹ ساتھ رکھیں۔ احرام میں مرد سلے ہوئے کپڑے نہیں پہن سکتے، اضافی چادر کندھوں پر لے سکتے ہیں۔ دسمبر کی چھٹیوں کے گروپس کے لیے واٹس ایپ کریں: 0330-3786333
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Not really. From December to February Makkah's long-term average highs are about 31–33°C and average lows about 19–21°C (WMO climate normals 1991–2020). Days are warm and evenings are pleasant, so most pilgrims only need a light layer at night.
Madinah is clearly cooler than Makkah. Its average low is about 14°C in December and about 12°C in January, with average highs of 24–26°C (WMO climate normals 1991–2020). Some nights are colder than the average, so the walk to Fajr is the coldest part of the trip.
Men in ihram may not wear stitched or fitted clothes such as a jacket or sweater, and the head stays uncovered. Many pilgrims add an extra unstitched sheet or shawl over the shoulders for warmth. If you are unsure, ask your group's scholar before you travel.
Loose, modest clothes as usual, with a warmer layer such as a cardigan under the abaya, warm socks and a shawl. Madinah evenings and early mornings need the extra layer more than Makkah.
Sometimes. On long-term averages Makkah has about 1–2 rain days a month from November to January and almost none in February. When it rains, marble floors get slippery and roads can flood, so walk carefully and check the Saudi National Center for Meteorology forecast.
November and early December are usually calmer. Late December and early January match Pakistan's school winter holidays, so those groups fill early. Ramadan 2027 is expected to start around 8 February 2027 (Umm al-Qura calendar). Ramadan 2027 bookings are open; ask us on WhatsApp at 0330-3786333.
Makkah mein din garam aur raat halki thandi hoti hai, lekin Madinah mein Fajr ke waqt kaafi sardi hoti hai. Garam shawl, moze aur halki jacket saath rakhein. Mard ihram mein silay hue kapre nahin pehen sakte; ek izafi chadar kandhon par le sakte hain.
