Best Time to Visit Sharjah and 5 Places to Visit
The optimal time to visit Sharjah is when temperature ranges between 16-27°C. It means a visitor who wants to have a Sharjah city tour, can prefer winter months from November to April.
Sharjah Temperature Overview
1. Recommended time to visit (November to April):
During this time, the weather remains cool making the city exploration more enjoyable. This is also the peak season in Sharjah when the visitors often visit for the sightseeing tour. In winter season, usually the temperature remains less than 30°C throughout the city. The pleasant temperature makes everything accessible even during daytime.
2. Best time to avoid visiting (May to September):
The least recommended time to visit Sharjah is during summer months. During this time the whole city experiences excess heat & weather conditions. The temperature usually ranges between 40-45°C in summer season. Visiting the city during this time limits your outdoor activities & makes your travel very uncomfortable. It’s always advised to plan your schedule properly & make the most of it.
Mentioned below are some places which should not be missed by any visitor during their Sharjah trip. The given names are the top places in Sharjah are Al Noor Island, Al Noor Mosque, Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization, Blue Souk, Al Majaz Waterfront.
3. Al Noor Island
The Al Noor Island which is located at the heart of Sharjah is a perfect escape from city hassle. The island is stretched over 45,470 sq. meter behind the Al Noor Mosque. It was established in 2015 & is accessible via pedestrian bridge. There are over 70,000 trees & plants in the island including a 250 years old olive tree. The main highlight of this island is the butterfly house. It is a nature inspired golden structure that houses over 500 exotic butterflies from 20 different species. Visitors can also observe the butterflies at different life stages. Al Noor Island also offers some attractions including art installations, sculptures, & some literary elements.
4. Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization
The Sharjah museum of Islamic civilization stands as a cultural institution of Islamic history & art. The museum comprises more than 5000 artifacts collected from the entire Islamic world. The collectibles present inside the museum, allows the visitors to get broader & deeper insights of islamic civilization. The museum highlights cultural exchanges across regions & eras. The institution aims to inspire the research & learning programs. All of the specific floors are dedicated to specific galleries.
5. Central Souk (Blue Souk)
Most people know the Blue Souk as Souk al-Markazi, which refers to the Central Market of Sharjah. It was the first modern shopping center in the UAE and due to its architecture. It remained one of the most recognizable structures of Sharjah. Blue Souk was completed in 1978, designed by the British firm Michael Lyle & Partners. It was built under the vision of Sheikh Dr. Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi. The traditional design with domes, towers & blue-tiles gives it the title of Blue Souk. Blue Souk covers a total of 80,000 square meters and contains over 600 shops. Due to this it settles as one the biggest Souk’s in the UAE and is illustrated on the AED5 note as well. It is located in a strategic area allows the visitors to explore and purchase jewelry, carpets, art & wonderful crafts of Emirati culture.
6. Qanat Al Qasba
Qanat Al Qasba is a top of the range cultural and entertainment destination in Sharjah. This was inaugurated in 2000 and re-opened in 2005. The reopening was held after extensive redevelopment under the watch of His Highness Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi. Situated on 10,000 acres near the Dubai Sharjah highway, it is centered around a one kilometer long canal which is 30 meters wide and 5 meters deep. Also the main feature of this site is the Eye of the Emirates, standing at 60 meters high and has 42 air conditioned cabins. These cabins together can accommodate up to 336 passengers and which also provide a great360 degree view. Also in the mix is the 300 seat Masrah Al Qasba Theatre which puts on concerts, performances and international cultural events.
7. King Faisal Mosque
One of the remains of the culture of the city of Sharjah is the King Faisal Mosque. The King Faisal Mosque is still proudly maintained and in great condition as a tribute to the King Faisal Bin Abdul Aziz Al Saud. The king belongs to Saudi Arabia, as he is the reason for the construction of the mosque and also has donated to its construction. The mosque has a total of 12,000 square meters of area and has the capacity to hold Over 16,000 worshippers. The mosque is an example of modern Islamic architecture. But why does it has some simplistic structures such as the 2 sixty meter minarets and the centerpiece modest dome? This is because the designer of the mosque, Abdul Rahman Al Junaidi, is an architect that designs with a simplifying approach. The mosque has 2 out of the 3 levels which allow for the devotion of its followers.