Heydar Mosque
Mosque Large Baku mosque named after Heydar Aliyev
In Baku, the Heydar Mosque-named after Heydar Aliyev-is a large modern mosque frequented for prayer and by those studying contemporary Azerbaijani religious architecture.
How to Get to Heydar Mosque #
Heydar Mosque is in central Baku and can be reached by taxi or local bus services. The city’s compact center makes it walkable from several downtown districts; use a local map or taxi to reach the mosque’s avenue.
Tips for Visiting Heydar Mosque #
- Attend Friday prayers to observe the mosque in active use-but arrive early and dress respectfully
- Photograph the exterior at dusk when the mosque's lighting emphasizes its dome and minaret profile
- Combine a visit with a tour of modern Baku to see contrast between Soviet-era and contemporary architecture
Best Time to Visit Heydar Mosque #
Spring and autumn are the most comfortable seasons for visiting urban sites in Baku; dress modestly for mosque visits.
Weather & Climate near Heydar Mosque #
Heydar Mosque's climate is classified as Cold Desert - Cold Desert climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 2°C to 29°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
January
January is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of 2°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 3°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 13°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 21°C. The driest month with just 4 mm and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 20°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 13°C and lows of 7°C. The wettest month with 35 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 4°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
