Best Time to Perform Umrah

Umrah is a holy pilgrimage for Muslims. Although it is not a religious obligation, yet hundreds of thousands of Muslims travel every year for performing the Sunnah. Umrah holds great rewards for pilgrims. It increases one’s health, eliminates poverty, removes sins, offers an opportunity to visit Haramain, goes for the Ziyarath of Holy Sites of Islam and also provides a fresh start of life. For this reason, people book their Umrah packages all inclusive and depart for the spiritual journey of a lifetime.

In Islam, it has been recommended for Muslims to follow-up on the performance of Umrah. Because it is one of the best ways to get closer to Allah Almighty. However, for only those who can afford it financially, physically and mentally (health-wise). As a matter of Fact, Umrah in Ramadan holds the reward of a Hajj!

Since umrah can be performed at any time of the year, people can easily choose the best time to travel for lesser pilgrimage. 

Summer/Mid-year Vacations.

Summer vacations are one of the best times to go for Umrah but the weather is extremely hot during this time. Therefore, it remains best recommended for youngsters who are traveling alone because one is free from studies and work. Moreover, they also possess the bodily strength for withstanding the hot weather quite efficiently. The hotels are also affordable as well as flights. Thus, for young people traveling alone or with families, summer vacations are the best time.

Spring Season.

The spring season is quite pleasant. The crowd in haram isn’t huge. Weather is peace-giving. In short, it’s a mild season to travel for umrah.  

The month of December.

December is the most comfortable time to go for a lesser pilgrimage. With a temperature averaging out between 16-25 Degrees Celsius, one doesn’t feel too tired or exhausted during the performance of holy rituals. Moreover, you can easily get luxury accommodation close to Haram at a very affordable rate. Transportation is easy. Thus, for elderly people or people gong with their families, December is the best season as the pilgrims are not too much in number there. 

Ramadan. 

Ramadan is crowned as the best month to go for Umrah. As it’s the closing of the umrah season as well as the reward of Umrah is much higher in Ramadan, Haram gets filled with a sea of pilgrims. Its one of the most crowded yet the most beautiful times to go for the performance of minor pilgrimage. The hotels, food, flights, transportation are usually a bit expensive. Therefore, if you are traveling alone or with a family, it’s the best time.

Right after Hajj ends.

As the hajj completes, it’s the opening of the Umrah season (from 1st of Moharram). Pilgrims that came for hajj return and not so many people are coming for umrah as it’s the start of the season. People in Haram are few in number as compared to other months. Hotel accommodations are present at half or even 30% of the actual price. Flights are discounted. Thus, remains one of the most peaceful time for Umrah performance.

These are some of the best months/time to go for umrah. 

When is the Best Time for Umrah?

Umrah is such an Ibadat that can be performed whenever you want and as many times as you wish. There isn’t any specific time for umrah. However, some months remain more sacred for the pilgrimage. Although performing umrah in those months isn’t necessary but Allah Almighty increases the blessings during that time. Despite that, if you don’t have time available in holy months, you can book your package for umrah any time of the year and perform the pilgrimage in a way that is best accessible and easy for you because Allah knows the intentions and the secrets of the heart. 

Depending on the affordability, weather, crowd, and time, here are some of the ideal times to visit the holy cities of Makkah and Madinah. 

Right after the Hajj completes

Muslims cannot go for umrah during the days of hajj. Since the Haram is already crowded with millions of people who came to perform hajj. Therefore, one of the best times to go for umrah is right after the hajj completes. Specifically, in the holy months of Moharram and Safar. Not only the number of people will be less but you can also get quality accommodation at an affordable price. 

Winter season 

Summers days are usually intensely hot in Saudia Arabia. While nights can be chilly. That’s why a lot of people prefer going during the winter season. Specifically, the month of December. As the temperature averages out between 24-16 Degrees Celsius. It’s perfect weather for people used to cold weather. 

Holiday Breaks; Christmas, Easter, and Thanksgiving 

Muslims living in non-Muslim countries find it really hard to take leave from their work/studies for religious reasons i.e. to go for umrah or hajj. On the other hand, Muslim people living in such countries get plenty of days off during the holiday season. Thus, you can easily perform umrah without any worries. The cherry on top, flight tickets, hotel prices are also discounted. 

Mild weather

Springtime brings the best weather in Saudia Arabia. So, if you are traveling with your family, you can take advantage of your spring break and book your Umrah packages. Even you can go on the pilgrimage at the early start of your summer vacation. 

The month of Ramadan

The month of Ramadan is the holiest month of the Islamic year. It possesses infinite significance. Its strong relation with Islamic history is what makes it very special. In addition, it’s the month of blessings. A month in which Allah almighty keeps on multiplying blessings. As a matter of fact, umrah holds the same value as hajj in the month of Ramadan. Since, Muslims mange to buy cheap Ramadan umrah packages, the holy cities of Makkah and Madinah get filled with a sea of people during Ramadan. 

The time for going on umrah isn’t specific and varies from person to person. Some like to go in cold weather, some during hot weather. While on the other hand some only get free time during the holiday season. Therefore, whenever you get the chance, don’t miss out on the opportunity to perform umrah.