Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is a large religious site in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Opened in 2007, the structure is dedicated to Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan and features a blend of Mughal and Moorish architectural styles. It is currently ranked as the third most looked-up sight in the country on English Wikipedia.
Planning a visit
The cooler months from November through March are generally the most comfortable times to visit, as daily temperatures range between 23 °C and 30 °C. From May through September, daily highs consistently exceed 38 °C, reaching up to 42 °C in August. Rainfall is minimal throughout the year, with the highest monthly precipitation occurring in February and January at approximately 21 mm and 9 mm respectively.
The mosque is located 9 km from the center of Abu Dhabi and is 18 km from Zayed International Airport. Visitors can combine a trip here with nearby sights such as the Etihad Arena, 14.2 km away, or the Louvre Abu Dhabi, located 15.4 km from the mosque. Other nearby locations include Yas Island, the Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi, and Qasr Al Watan. The site is open Saturday through Thursday from 9 to 22.
Weather by month
The warmest month is August, with an average high of 42 °C. Rain is spread fairly evenly through the year.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 23 | 25 | 28 | 33 | 38 | 40 | 41 | 42 | 39 | 36 | 30 | 26 |
| Average low, °C | 15 | 15 | 18 | 21 | 25 | 27 | 29 | 30 | 27 | 24 | 21 | 17 |
| Rainfall, mm | 9 | 21 | 18 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 11 |
| Rainy days | 2 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
