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Sultan Ahmed Mosque

Istanbul, Turkey

Best timeApr–Oct

Set inIstanbul, Turkey

In season~75°F high

Climate43–82°F

CurrencyTRY

LanguageTurkish

TimezoneUTC+03:00

On the map

Map showing the location of Sultan Ahmed Mosque

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Historical monthly weather

Sweet spotPeak Jul–Sep. Go in Jun, Oct for similar weather.

Sunny share of daylightJul · 77%

WarmestJul · 82°F

WettestJan

Best windowApr–Oct

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Bar height is the typical daytime high; color shows sunny share of daylight. The shaded months are the ideal window to go.

Weather data & source

2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). Sunny share of daylight is calibrated from daytime cloud cover. ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

The Sultan Ahmed Mosque, popularly known as the Blue Mosque, is an Ottoman-era historical imperial mosque located in Istanbul, Turkey. It was constructed between 1609 and 1617 during the rule of Ahmed I. It attracts a large number of tourists and is one of the most iconic and popular monuments of Ottoman architecture.

Best time to visit

Aim for Apr–Oct, the 7 months that line up best.

Pairs well with

Selimiye Mosque

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Sultan Ahmed Mosque?

The best time to visit Sultan Ahmed Mosque is April–October, in Istanbul, Turkey.

Where is Sultan Ahmed Mosque?

Sultan Ahmed Mosque is in Istanbul, Turkey.

What is Sultan Ahmed Mosque known for?

The Sultan Ahmed Mosque, popularly known as the Blue Mosque, is an Ottoman-era historical imperial mosque located in Istanbul, Turkey. It was constructed between 1609 and 1617 during the rule of Ahmed I. It attracts a large number of tourists and is one of the most iconic and popular monuments of Ottoman architecture.

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