Grand Mosque of TangierGrand Mosque of Tangier at a Glance
About Grand Mosque of Tangier
The Grand Mosque of Tangier is a historic mosque located within the old medina of Tangier in northern Morocco.
A courtyard, prayer hall and minaret mark the mosque within the dense street pattern of the medina, and the building forms part of the cluster of religious and civic structures near the Kasbah and the main market areas. The mosque is an architectural reminder of Tangier’s long Islamic heritage and urban history.
The site has served as a principal urban mosque for residents of the medina; like many mosque sites in Moroccan cities, its fabric and appearance reflect repairs and reconstructions carried out over successive centuries. The mosque has continued to function as a place of worship.
It is located in Tangier’s medina, within walking distance of the Kasbah and the Grand Socco, embedded in the historic core of the city.
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Best Time to Visit Grand Mosque of Tangier
Best visited in the shoulder seasons for pleasant city walking and fewer tourists.
Weather & Climate near Grand Mosque of Tangier
Grand Mosque of Tangier's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 9°C to 29°C. Moderate rainfall (786 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Good | 9° - 16° | 12° | 114 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 3.6 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.9h |
| February | Very Good | 10° - 17° | 13° | 95 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 4.1 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.8h |
| March | Very Good | 11° - 19° | 15° | 94 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 4.4 m/s | 1.1 high | 11.8h |
| April | Very Good | 13° - 21° | 17° | 67 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 4.0 m/s | 1.5 high | 13.0h |
| May | Excellent | 15° - 23° | 19° | 40 mm | some cloud | 77% | 3.8 m/s | 1.9 very high | 13.9h |
| June | Ideal | 18° - 26° | 22° | 12 mm | mostly sunny | 76% | 3.9 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 14.4h |
| July | Ideal | 20° - 29° | 24° | 1 mm | clear | 74% | 3.7 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 14.1h |
| August | Ideal | 20° - 29° | 25° | 2 mm | clear | 76% | 3.4 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 13.3h |
| September | Ideal | 19° - 27° | 23° | 19 mm | mostly sunny | 80% | 3.4 m/s | 1.5 high | 12.3h |
| October | Excellent | 16° - 24° | 20° | 76 mm | some cloud | 81% | 3.6 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 11.2h |
| November | Good | 13° - 20° | 17° | 126 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 3.7 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 10.2h |
| December | Good | 11° - 18° | 14° | 140 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 3.8 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.7h |
How to Get to Grand Mosque of Tangier
Located within Tangier’s medina; most visitors reach the mosque on foot from central points such as the Grand Socco or the Port area. Taxis and local buses serve broader arrival points.
Tips for Visiting Grand Mosque of Tangier
- Respect the mosque's rules for visitors and dress modestly; ask at the entrance about guided tours if available.
- Combine a visit with a walk through the medina and the nearby Kasbah to see how religious and civic architectures interrelate.