Baitun Nur Mosque Mosque

Large Calgary mosque serving the Ahmadiyya community

Ahmadiyya mosque complex in Calgary, Alberta, notable for its large prayer hall and community centre. Visitors attend open days, architectural tours and community events.

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Baitun Nur Mosque at a Glance#

Address: Baitun Nur Mosque, 100 White Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2V 0A2, Canada

Website: https://ait-baitun-nur.org/

About Baitun Nur Mosque#

Baitun Nur Mosque is an Ahmadiyya mosque in Calgary, Alberta, and is widely recognized as one of the largest mosques in Canada. The mosque was inaugurated in 2008 and serves as a community and worship centre for the local Ahmadiyya community.

The mosque was built by the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community and opened in 2008 to serve the growing community in Calgary, establishing a centre for worship and community activities.

Baitun Nur is located in the northwest part of Calgary, Alberta, within an urban residential area and is accessible by city roads and public transport.

  • Size and community: Operated by the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community in Calgary and inaugurated in 2008, it is widely reported as the largest mosque in Canada.

How to Get to Baitun Nur Mosque#

Baitun Nur is in southwest Calgary near 17 Avenue and 14 Street SW. From downtown Calgary, drive or take transit toward Marda Loop/Altadore and follow local signage; parking is available on site.

Tips for Visiting Baitun Nur Mosque#

  • Friday prayers can make the mosque busier - visit outside midday on Fridays for quieter viewing.
  • Check with local community centers for guided tours or cultural events; the mosque is active and community-oriented.
  • Look for the large central dome and the exterior landscaping that reflects modern mosque architecture in Canada.

Best Time to Visit Baitun Nur Mosque#

The mosque is active year-round; visit hours depend on worship schedules and community events rather than weather alone.

Summer
June-August · 15-28°C
Clear days and community events; best for visiting Calgary's neighbourhoods.
Winter
December-February · -15-0°C
Cold and snowy; indoor community activities continue but travel requires winter gear.

Weather & Climate near Baitun Nur Mosque#

Climate

Baitun Nur Mosque's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental (Dry Winter) - Warm-Summer Continental (Dry Winter) climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -16°C to 24°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.

Air Quality: AQI 33 Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustMay
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
37°
Warmest Month
-35°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Poor -16° - -4° -16° 12 mm overcast 84% 3.7 m/s 0.1 low 8.2h
February Poor -12° - 0° -12° 9 mm overcast 79% 3.5 m/s 0.3 low 9.8h
March Acceptable -8° - 3° -7° 19 mm overcast 71% 3.8 m/s 0.6 moderate 11.7h
April Good -2° - 11° 1° 24 mm overcast 64% 4.0 m/s 0.9 moderate 13.7h
May Very Good 3° - 16° 7° 58 mm partly cloudy 61% 3.9 m/s 1.3 high 15.4h
June Good 7° - 20° 14° 86 mm partly cloudy 65% 3.7 m/s 1.6 very high 16.3h
July Excellent 10° - 24° 17° 67 mm some cloud 62% 3.3 m/s 1.7 very high 15.9h
August Excellent 9° - 23° 16° 58 mm partly cloudy 62% 3.1 m/s 1.3 high 14.4h
September Very Good 4° - 18° 11° 47 mm partly cloudy 65% 3.4 m/s 0.8 moderate 12.5h
October Good -2° - 12° 2° 15 mm partly cloudy 71% 3.7 m/s 0.4 low 10.5h
November Acceptable -9° - 3° -8° 13 mm overcast 77% 3.8 m/s 0.1 low 8.7h
December Poor -14° - -2° -14° 12 mm overcast 82% 3.7 m/s 0.1 low 7.7h

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