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Mosque of Omar Ibn Al-Khattab

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In La Guajira, the Mosque of Omar Ibn Al-Khattab reflects the local Muslim community and Islamic architecture on Colombia's Caribbean coast; visitors encounter prayer space, community events and coastal regional culture.

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Address: La Guajira Department, Colombia
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About Mosque of Omar Ibn Al-Khattab

The Mosque of Omar Ibn Al-Khattab in La Guajira is a mosque located in Maicao, Colombia, associated with the town’s sizeable Arab-Muslim community. It is locally notable for its prominent domes and minarets and for serving as a regional center for Muslim worship.

Construction and funding were provided by members of the local Lebanese and Palestinian diaspora community, and the building functions as both a place of daily prayer and a center for community activities. The mosque is one of the best-known Islamic buildings in Colombia.

The mosque stands in the municipal area of Maicao in La Guajira Department, in Colombia’s northeast near the border with Venezuela and adjacent to the Caribbean coast.

When to Go

Best Time to Visit Mosque of Omar Ibn Al-Khattab

Visit during the drier months (Dec-Apr) for more reliable overland travel and clearer skies.

Dry season
December-April · 25-32°C (77-90°F)
Arid, clear weather for overland travel in La Guajira's desert regions.

Weather & Climate near Mosque of Omar Ibn Al-Khattab

Climate

Mosque of Omar Ibn Al-Khattab's climate is classified as Hot Semi-Arid - Hot Semi-Arid climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 23°C to 34°C. Moderate rainfall (620 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 57 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JanuaryFebruaryDecember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
42°
Warmest Month
19°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Ideal 23° - 31° 29° 8 mm mostly sunny 69% 4.3 m/s 1.9 very high 11.4h
February Ideal 23° - 32° 29° 10 mm mostly sunny 65% 4.5 m/s 2.2 extreme 11.7h
March Excellent 23° - 33° 30° 6 mm partly cloudy 63% 4.6 m/s 2.4 extreme 12.0h
April Very Good 24° - 33° 30° 26 mm partly cloudy 64% 4.4 m/s 2.4 extreme 12.3h
May Very Good 24° - 33° 32° 56 mm overcast 70% 3.8 m/s 2.3 extreme 12.5h
June Very Good 25° - 33° 33° 76 mm partly cloudy 70% 3.8 m/s 2.3 extreme 12.7h
July Excellent 25° - 34° 33° 22 mm partly cloudy 68% 4.1 m/s 2.4 extreme 12.6h
August Very Good 25° - 34° 34° 45 mm partly cloudy 70% 3.8 m/s 2.4 extreme 12.4h
September Good 24° - 33° 33° 101 mm partly cloudy 74% 3.4 m/s 2.3 extreme 12.1h
October Good 24° - 32° 32° 148 mm overcast 80% 3.1 m/s 2.0 extreme 11.8h
November Very Good 24° - 32° 31° 77 mm partly cloudy 78% 3.1 m/s 1.8 very high 11.5h
December Excellent 23° - 31° 30° 45 mm some cloud 73% 3.7 m/s 1.8 very high 11.3h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Mosque of Omar Ibn Al-Khattab

Access is by road within La Guajira Department; local transport options and distances vary. Travelers should consult regional guides or local contacts for precise directions and prayer-time access.

Tips for Visiting Mosque of Omar Ibn Al-Khattab

  • Contact local cultural centers in La Guajira for visiting hours-rural mosques may be open only for prayers or special events.
  • Pair a visit with exploration of the desert landscapes and indigenous Wayuu communities in the region.