Gurgi Mosque

Mosque Ottoman-era mosque in Tripoli notable for ornate interiors

An Ottoman-era mosque in Tripoli’s old city, noted for carved woodwork, tile detail and its minaret; visitors include worshippers and those touring the medina.

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Gurgi Mosque
Gurgi Mosque, Tripoli, Libya
32.8995, 13.1754

How to Get to Gurgi Mosque #

Located in central Tripoli; local directions and taxi services from the city centre will reach the mosque. Check current security and access advisories before travelling.

Tips for Visiting Gurgi Mosque #

  • Check local hours and permission for interior visits - access policies may change due to security or restoration work.
  • Observe local customs when photographing - some areas may be sensitive or restricted.
  • Combine the visit with a walk through Tripoli's old quarter to see urban layers and Ottoman-era architecture.

Best Time to Visit Gurgi Mosque #

Spring or autumn for comfortable urban exploration; local security conditions should be checked before travel.

Spring/Autumn
Mar-May, Sep-Nov · 18-28°C (64-82°F)
Milder weather for walking the city and visiting historic sites.
Winter
Dec-Feb · 10-18°C (50-64°F)
Cooler, quieter season with manageable temperatures for sightseeing.

Weather & Climate near Gurgi Mosque #

Climate

Gurgi Mosque's climate is classified as Hot Semi-Arid - Hot Semi-Arid climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 8°C to 31°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 67 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
40°
Warmest Month
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

76 Very Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
17°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

63 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
10.1h daylight

February

February is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

80 Excellent

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
18°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

37 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
10.9h daylight

March

March is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

84 Excellent

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
11° 20°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

28 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
11.9h daylight

April

April is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

94 Ideal

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
13° 23°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

14 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.7
UV Index
Very High
12.9h daylight

May

May is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 17°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

98 Ideal

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
17° 26°
68%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

4 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
13.7h daylight

June

June is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 21°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

100 Ideal

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
21° 29°
67%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
14.1h daylight

July

July is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 22°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

100 Ideal

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
22° 30°
66%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
13.9h daylight

August

August is the hottest month, feeling like 29°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

100 Ideal

Comfort

29°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
23° 31°
66%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
13.2h daylight

September

September is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 22°C. Light rainfall and clear sunny skies.

98 Ideal

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
22° 30°
66%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

11 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.7
UV Index
Very High
12.2h daylight

October

October is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

92 Ideal

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
18° 27°
66%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

37 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
11.2h daylight

November

November is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

88 Excellent

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
14° 22°
64%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

46 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
10.4h daylight

December

December is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. The wettest month with 75 mm of rain.

72 Very Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
10° 19°
67%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

75 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Low
9.9h daylight

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