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.
Al-Rashid Mosque at a Glance#
Address: Alberta, Canada (approx. 53.5 N, -113.567 W)
Hours: Open for daily prayers (no fixed visiting hours)
Admission: Free (no admission)
About Al-Rashid Mosque#
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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -19° - -9° | -20° | 23 mm | overcast | 91% | 3.1 m/s | 0.1 low | 7.9h |
| February | Poor | -15° - -4° | -15° | 14 mm | partly cloudy | 88% | 3.2 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.6h |
| March | Poor | -9° - 1° | -9° | 16 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 3.3 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 11.7h |
| April | Good | -2° - 10° | 1° | 25 mm | overcast | 68% | 3.6 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 13.8h |
| May | Very Good | 4° - 17° | 11° | 50 mm | partly cloudy | 65% | 3.6 m/s | 1.3 high | 15.7h |
| June | Good | 9° - 21° | 15° | 87 mm | partly cloudy | 68% | 3.3 m/s | 1.5 very high | 16.7h |
| July | Excellent | 12° - 23° | 18° | 94 mm | partly cloudy | 69% | 3.0 m/s | 1.6 very high | 16.2h |
| August | Excellent | 11° - 23° | 17° | 67 mm | partly cloudy | 68% | 2.9 m/s | 1.2 high | 14.6h |
| September | Very Good | 5° - 17° | 11° | 43 mm | partly cloudy | 70% | 3.1 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 12.5h |
| October | Good | 0° - 11° | 3° | 19 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 3.3 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.4h |
| November | Poor | -8° - 1° | -8° | 18 mm | overcast | 85% | 3.2 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.4h |
| December | Poor | -15° - -6° | -16° | 20 mm | partly cloudy | 90% | 3.2 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.3h |
