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Jabal Al Nour

Jabal Al Nour, or the Mountain of Light, rises prominently above the landscape of Mecca, its rugged slopes reaching towards the sky. The Cave of Hira, nestled within its rocky terrain, is a place of pilgrimage and contemplation for Muslims. Despite its challenging ascent, pilgrims from around the world endeavor to reach its summit, seeking spiritual solace and reflection within the cave's confines. From the mountain's elevated vantage points, breathtaking views of the holy city of Mecca unfold, adding to the spiritual ambiance of the site.

  • Elevation 642m
  • Coordinates 21°27′26″N
    39°51′35″E
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Jabal Al Nour 5 Days Weather Forecast

Temperature

Maximum Temperature
  • Mon 38.4 °C
  • Tue 39.1 °C
  • Wed 40.4 °C
  • Thu 41.5 °C
  • Fri 38.2 °C
Minimum Temperature
  • Mon 29 °C
  • Tue 28.9 °C
  • Wed 29.1 °C
  • Thu 27.9 °C
  • Fri 27.5 °C

Precipitation

Highest Precipitation
  • Mon 0mm
  • Tue 0mm
  • Wed 0mm
  • Thu 0mm
  • Fri 1.45mm

Humidity

% Maximum Humidity
  • Mon 42.7%
  • Tue 43.9%
  • Wed 41.7%
  • Thu 40.7%
  • Fri 50.8%

Wind

Highest Wind Speed
  • Mon 6.6km/h
  • Tue 4.7km/h
  • Wed 1.5km/h
  • Thu 12.3km/h
  • Fri 13.5km/h

Visibility

Highest Visibility
  • Mon 23.3km
  • Tue 24.8km
  • Wed 24.2km
  • Thu 25.2km
  • Fri 22.2km

Temperature

Highest Temperature
  • Jeddah 24°c
  • Medina 23°c
  • Ta’if 21°c
  • Dammam 19°c
  • Buraidah 18°c
Lowest Temperature
  • Turaif 13°c
  • Haʼil 14°c
  • Jubail 15°c
  • Hafar Al-Batin 16°c
  • Hofuf 17°c

Precipitation

Highest Precipitation
  • Haql 2mm
  • Hofuf 1mm
  • Ta’if 0.78mm
  • Dammam 0.6mm
  • Ta’if 0.5mm

Humidity

% Highest Humidity
  • Jizan 67%
  • Buraidah 55%
  • Hofuf 53%
  • Khamis Mushait 42%
  • Sakakah 40%

Wind

Highest Wind Speed
  • Dammam 15km/h
  • Turaif 12km/h
  • Hofuf 11km/h
  • Jubail 10km/h
  • Dhahran 8km/h

Visibility

Highest Visibility
  • Riyadh 20km
  • Rafha 17km
  • Sakakah 16km
  • Tabuk 14km
  • Qatif 9km

Temperature

Highest Temperature
  • Jeddah 24°c
  • Medina 23°c
  • Ta’if 21°c
  • Dammam 19°c
  • Buraidah 18°c
Lowest Temperature
  • Turaif 13°c
  • Haʼil 14°c
  • Jubail 15°c
  • Hafar Al-Batin 16°c
  • Hofuf 17°c

Precipitation

Highest Precipitation
  • Haql 2mm
  • Hofuf 1mm
  • Ta’if 0.78mm
  • Dammam 0.6mm
  • Ta’if 0.5mm

Humidity

% Highest Humidity
  • Jizan 67%
  • Buraidah 55%
  • Hofuf 53%
  • Khamis Mushait 42%
  • Sakakah 40%

Wind

Highest Wind Speed
  • Dammam 15km/h
  • Turaif 12km/h
  • Hofuf 11km/h
  • Jubail 10km/h
  • Dhahran 8km/h

Visibility

Highest Visibility
  • Riyadh 20km
  • Rafha 17km
  • Sakakah 16km
  • Tabuk 14km
  • Qatif 9km

History of Jabal Al Nour

The Cave of Hira holds immense historical importance in Islam, as it was here that the Prophet Muhammad received the first revelations of the Quran from the Angel Gabriel. Seeking solitude and spiritual contemplation, Muhammad would retreat to the cave for extended periods of meditation. It was during one such retreat in the month of Ramadan that the Angel Gabriel appeared to him, conveying the words of Allah and initiating the prophetic mission. This event, known as the "Night of Power" or Laylat al-Qadr, marked the beginning of Islam and serves as a cornerstone of Muslim faith and belief. Today, the Cave of Hira remains a symbol of spiritual enlightenment and a place of reverence for Muslims worldwide, attracting pilgrims and visitors seeking to connect with the sacred history of Islam.

Key Facts About Jabal Al Nour

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Location

Jabal Al-Nour is situated in the city of Mecca, Saudi Arabia. It is renowned for being the location of the Cave of Hira, where the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) received the first revelation of the Quran from the angel Gabriel.

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Cave of Hira

The Cave of Hira is located on the slopes of Jabal Al-Nour. It is a small cave where Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) used to retreat for meditation and spiritual reflection. The experience of receiving the first revelation, known as "Iqra" (Read), is considered a pivotal event in Islamic history.

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Pilgrimage

Jabal Al-Nour is a significant site visited by pilgrims during the Hajj and Umrah pilgrimages. Many pilgrims climb the mountain to reach the Cave of Hira, where they reflect on the spiritual significance of Prophet Muhammad's (peace be upon him) experience and seek blessings.

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