Hotels in Makkah, Saudi Arabia
Makkah, in Saudi Arabia's Hejaz region, is Islam's holiest city, drawing millions for Hajj and Umrah pilgrimages every year. The climate is scorching, with summer temperatures topping 112°F (44°C) and milder winters around 77°F (25°C), making December to February the best time to perform Umrah and visit sites like Mount Arafat and the Mina tent city. Even in the heat, you can explore the Grand Mosque's cool marble floors and shop in the air-conditioned malls near the clock tower.