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Al Iskan
City in Makkah, Saudi Arabia
Overview
Al Iskan is a residential district located in the Makkah region of Saudi Arabia, known for its community atmosphere and important amenities. While less touristy than central Makkah, it offers a glimpse into everyday Saudi life and is well-connected by public transport. The area is suitable for families, business travelers, and those exploring the region beyond the main pilgrimage sites.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Saudi Arabia
Region
Makkah
Population
—
Time Zone
Asia/Riyadh
Coordinates
21.40°, 39.78°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
85
Female Safety
45
LGBTQ+ Safety
15
Traffic Safety
40
Food Safety
80
Monthly Cost
$1,167
Local Cost
$635
Local Income
$500
Cashless
55
English
35
Temperature
29.0°C
Summer Avg
34.3°C
Winter Avg
22.3°C
Record High
48.7°C
Record Low
7.6°C
Humidity
34%
Precipitation
37 mm
Internet Speed
139 Mbps
Upload
61 Mbps
Latency
8 ms
City Vibrancy
20
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
20
Transport
6
Walk Score
6
Footways
12.0
Airport
—
Distance
—
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-23.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 72 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 35/100.
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