Makkah is the focus of a new advisory from the General Authority for Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque, which urges Umrah performers to plan early and identify low-density times to ensure ease of movement in the Mataf and Masaa.
According to SPA, the Authority’s awareness guide specifies that light density occurs from 10:00 PM to 4:00 AM and from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Medium density is recorded between 5:00 AM and 8:00 AM, while high density is observed from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM.
The Authority provides a digital service on its website to monitor density levels in the Mataf courtyard, its various floors, and the Masaa floors. This system integrates with other digital solutions, including the Nusuk application, which offers services for planning and managing Umrah trip details.
The guide aims to help visitors organize their time before heading to the Grand Mosque to improve safety and comfort. The Authority encourages guests to follow guidance indicators and use available digital tools to select the most suitable time and place for their rituals.
What are the low-density times for performing Umrah according to the Authority? The General Authority for Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque identifies two light-density periods. These occur from 10:00 PM until 4:00 AM and from 9:00 AM until 4:00 PM. Choosing these times is intended to help guests perform their rituals with more ease and improve the flow of movement within the Mataf and Masaa.
When does the Grand Mosque experience medium and high density? According to the awareness guide, medium density is observed during the morning period from 5:00 AM to 8:00 AM. High density is recorded in the evening between 5:00 PM and 9:00 PM. The Authority encourages visitors to be aware of these timings to better organize their visit and enhance their overall experience.
What digital tools are available to help Umrah performers monitor crowds? The Authority offers a digital service via its website that shows density levels in the Mataf courtyard, its various floors, and the Masaa floors. Additionally, the Nusuk application provides various services for planning and managing the details of the Umrah journey, alongside guidance and knowledge services for visitors.