Al-Rashid Mosque
Mosque Mosque in Alberta serving Muslim community
A mosque in Alberta serving the local Muslim community; draws visitors attending services, community events, and interfaith activities in the area.
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Al-Rashid Mosque is a historic mosque associated with Edmonton and the early Muslim community in Alberta, Canada. It is recognized as one of the earliest purpose-built mosque buildings in the country.
The structure was moved to Fort Edmonton Park for preservation and interpretation and is presented there as a historic building open to visitors within the park. It is interpreted as part of the story of Muslim settlement and religious life in Alberta.
The mosque is located in Edmonton, Alberta, and is exhibited at Fort Edmonton Park within the city.
- Preservation: Relocated and preserved as a historic building at Fort Edmonton Park, where it is displayed as part of the city's early Muslim heritage.
How to Get to Al-Rashid Mosque #
Most easily reached by car in Alberta; consult local transit routes for buses if in a metropolitan area. Provide the coordinates (53.5, -113.567) to a taxi driver for exact pickup.
Tips for Visiting Al-Rashid Mosque #
- Call ahead to confirm any community events; mosques in Canada sometimes host open houses that welcome non-Muslim visitors.
- Check local community centre schedules - the mosque may run educational programs or interfaith events.
- Winter visits require dressing for cold temperatures and slushy sidewalks in Alberta.
Best Time to Visit Al-Rashid Mosque #
Best visited in late spring through early autumn for comfortable weather; winter may be harsh in Alberta.
Weather & Climate near Al-Rashid Mosque #
Al-Rashid Mosque's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -18°C to 23°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -9°C and lows of -18°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -15°C. The driest month with just 14 mm and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -9°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of -2°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 12°C. The wettest month with 94 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 0°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -8°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -6°C and lows of -15°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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