Ali Pasha Mosque (Ohrid)

Mosque Ottoman-era mosque in Ohrid near the lake

Ottoman-era mosque in Ohrid’s old town; visited for its minaret and proximity to Lake Ohrid and nearby Byzantine and Ottoman sites.

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Ali Pasha Mosque (Ohrid)
Ali Pasha Mosque, near Ohrid Old Town, Ohrid Municipality, North Macedonia
41.1155, 20.8005
Open daily for worship; visitor access aligned with prayer times
Free (entrance to the mosque for visitors; donations optional)

How to Get to Ali Pasha Mosque (Ohrid) #

The mosque is in Ohrid’s Old Town, within easy walking distance from the lakeside promenade and major tourist sites. Ohrid is served by a regional airport and regular bus connections from Skopje and other Macedonian cities.

Tips for Visiting Ali Pasha Mosque (Ohrid) #

  • Respect local customs: dress modestly and remove shoes before entering the prayer area if requested.
  • Visit during daylight for photography and quieter contemplation; Friday prayers will be especially crowded and are not ideal for casual visits.
  • Speak with local guides to learn the mosque's Ottoman-era history and its place in Ohrid's multicultural past.

Best Time to Visit Ali Pasha Mosque (Ohrid) #

Best visited in shoulder seasons (spring or autumn) for a quieter experience alongside Ohrid's busy summer season.

Summer
June-August · 18-30°C
Warm weather and high visitor numbers in Ohrid; early morning visits are quieter.
Spring/Autumn
April-June, September-October · 12-24°C
Pleasant conditions for walking Ohrid's lakeside and historic streets.

Weather & Climate near Ali Pasha Mosque (Ohrid) #

Climate

Ali Pasha Mosque (Ohrid)'s climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -2°C to 26°C. Moderate rainfall (814 mm/year).

Air Quality: AQI 59 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
38°
Warmest Month
-23°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 5°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

41 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

78 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.4h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

43 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

69 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.5h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

53 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

68 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
14°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

66 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
13.2h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

67 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
10° 19°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

72 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
High
14.4h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

85 Excellent

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
13° 24°
63%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

44 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
15.0h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 26°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

89 Excellent

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
14° 26°
52%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

41 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
14.7h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

89 Excellent

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
14° 26°
50%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

40 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
13.7h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

83 Excellent

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
11° 23°
63%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

52 mm
Rainfall
1.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
12.3h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
17°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

86 mm
Rainfall
1.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
11.0h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 3°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (106 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

53 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

106 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.7h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 1°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

47 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

92 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.1h daylight

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