Juma Mosque, Shamakhi Mosque
Historic Friday mosque in Shamakhi, repeatedly rebuilt
Shamakhi's Juma Mosque stands at the heart of the district's religious history, rebuilt several times after earthquakes; tourists visit for its Islamic architecture, local religious life, and nearby historic streets.
How to Get to Juma Mosque, Shamakhi#
Shamakhi is about 120 km west of Baku. Buses and marshrutkas run from Baku to Shamakhi (a 1.5-2 hour journey depending on traffic). From the town center the Juma Mosque is walkable; taxis are also available.
Tips for Visiting Juma Mosque, Shamakhi#
- Visit Shamakhi early in the day to avoid heat and to see the mosque's exterior details in crisp light.
- Combine the mosque with a visit to the Shamakhi fortress ruins and the local carpet workshops for a fuller cultural picture.
- Respect local prayer times and the mosque's active religious function.
Best Time to Visit Juma Mosque, Shamakhi#
Spring and autumn give the best weather for exploring Shamakhi and its surroundings.
Weather & Climate near Juma Mosque, Shamakhi#
Juma Mosque, Shamakhi's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -3°C to 31°C. Moderate rainfall (542 mm/year).
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 4°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 19°C. The driest month with just 22 mm and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 31°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. The wettest month with 69 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm) and partly cloudy skies.