Gazakhlar Mosque Mosque
Historic mosque located in Gəncə, Azerbaijan
Gazakhlar Mosque in Azerbaijan serves as a local place of worship and draws those interested in Islamic architecture, community practice and regional mosque design.
Gazakhlar Mosque at a Glance#
How to Get to Gazakhlar Mosque#
Gəncə is accessible by road and rail from Baku and other Azerbaijani cities; local transportation and taxis can take visitors to the mosque district. Check local visitor information for opening times and any visitor rules.
Tips for Visiting Gazakhlar Mosque#
- Visit mosque sites during non-prayer hours if intending to photograph; be mindful of worshippers and local dress codes.
- Speak with local caretakers about restorations and historical plaques - they often have oral histories not found in guidebooks.
- Combine a visit with nearby historical attractions in Gəncə to get a fuller sense of the city's architectural layers.
Best Time to Visit Gazakhlar Mosque#
Spring through autumn is nicest for visiting urban heritage sites and walking the city.
Spring-Autumn
Apr-Oct · 10-28°C (50-82°F)
Comfortable for walking and exploring city heritage.
Winter
Nov-Mar · -2-8°C (28-46°F)
Cooler weather; some exterior features can be wind-exposed.
Weather & Climate near Gazakhlar Mosque#
Climate
Gazakhlar Mosque's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -2°C to 31°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
Air Quality:
AQI 67
Moderate
Best Time to Visit
AugustJulySeptember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
37°
Warmest Month
-18°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Acceptable | -2° - 6° | 2° | 15 mm | partly cloudy | 67% | 1.7 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.5h |
| February | Acceptable | -1° - 8° | 2° | 20 mm | partly cloudy | 67% | 1.8 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.5h |
| March | Acceptable | 2° - 11° | 5° | 29 mm | overcast | 63% | 1.7 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Very Good | 7° - 18° | 13° | 38 mm | partly cloudy | 64% | 1.8 m/s | 1.1 high | 13.1h |
| May | Very Good | 12° - 23° | 17° | 59 mm | partly cloudy | 62% | 1.8 m/s | 1.6 very high | 14.3h |
| June | Excellent | 16° - 28° | 22° | 67 mm | partly cloudy | 55% | 1.8 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 14.8h |
| July | Excellent | 20° - 31° | 26° | 32 mm | partly cloudy | 50% | 1.8 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 14.6h |
| August | Excellent | 19° - 30° | 25° | 25 mm | partly cloudy | 49% | 1.8 m/s | 1.8 very high | 13.6h |
| September | Excellent | 15° - 26° | 21° | 24 mm | partly cloudy | 60% | 1.6 m/s | 1.2 high | 12.3h |
| October | Very Good | 10° - 19° | 14° | 35 mm | partly cloudy | 67% | 1.5 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.0h |
| November | Good | 4° - 12° | 8° | 21 mm | partly cloudy | 69% | 1.5 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.8h |
| December | Acceptable | 0° - 8° | 2° | 13 mm | partly cloudy | 69% | 1.5 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.2h |
