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.
Heydar Mosque at a Glance#
Address: Heydar Mosque, Baku, Azerbaijan (near Avenue of Heydar Aliyev/central Baku)
Hours: Open for worship daily; visitor access varies
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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Acceptable | 2° - 7° | 1° | 24 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 4.5 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.5h |
| February | Acceptable | 2° - 7° | 0° | 23 mm | overcast | 82% | 4.7 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.5h |
| March | Good | 3° - 9° | 3° | 25 mm | overcast | 82% | 4.5 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Very Good | 8° - 16° | 12° | 25 mm | overcast | 80% | 4.2 m/s | 1.1 high | 13.1h |
| May | Very Good | 13° - 21° | 17° | 17 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 4.0 m/s | 1.6 very high | 14.3h |
| June | Ideal | 17° - 26° | 22° | 11 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 4.2 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 14.8h |
| July | Ideal | 21° - 29° | 25° | 4 mm | partly cloudy | 69% | 4.8 m/s | 2.0 very high | 14.6h |
| August | Ideal | 21° - 29° | 25° | 7 mm | partly cloudy | 67% | 4.3 m/s | 1.6 very high | 13.6h |
| September | Ideal | 17° - 25° | 21° | 20 mm | partly cloudy | 69% | 4.2 m/s | 1.1 high | 12.3h |
| October | Very Good | 12° - 19° | 15° | 32 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 4.1 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 11.0h |
| November | Good | 7° - 13° | 10° | 35 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 4.5 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.8h |
| December | Good | 4° - 9° | 3° | 27 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 4.4 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.2h |
