Kebir Mosque, Simferopol Mosque

Historic Ottoman-era mosque in Simferopol, Crimea

The Kebir (Kebir-Jami) Mosque in Simferopol is a historic mosque central to Crimean Tatar heritage; visitors note its Islamic architecture and role in local community life.

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Kebir Mosque, Simferopol at a Glance#

Address: Kebir Mosque, Simferopol, Autonomous Republic of Crimea

Admission: Free (active place of worship).

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Tips for Visiting Kebir Mosque, Simferopol#

  • Before planning a visit to Kebir Mosque in Simferopol check current access and entry rules: Crimea's political and administrative situation affects opening hours, permissions, and travel logistics, so confirm local conditions and any travel advisories first.
  • Because the mosque is an active place of worship, avoid Friday midday (Jumu'ah) when it will be busiest and be prepared to defer interior visits during services; always ask before photographing people during prayer.
  • Contact the mosque or local community ahead of time to confirm visiting hours and any local guidance for non-worshipper visitors - openings can change and local authorities provide the most reliable information.

Best Time to Visit Kebir Mosque, Simferopol#

Visit outside Friday midday prayers and major religious holidays for the quietest experience; summer months can bring more visitors.

Weekday / non-Friday visits
Year-round · Summer: 20-30°C; Winter: 0-10°C
Best for quieter visits - outside the Friday midday prayer time the mosque is less crowded and easier for visitors.
Friday midday and religious holidays
Year-round (Fridays); variable for holidays · Summer: 20-30°C; Winter: 0-10°C
Peak attendance for worship - expect larger crowds and reduced availability for tourist access during prayer times.
Summer tourist season
Jun-Aug · 20-30°C
Warmer weather can bring more visitors overall, so plan weekday visits outside prayer times for a quieter experience.

Weather & Climate near Kebir Mosque, Simferopol#

Climate

Kebir Mosque, Simferopol's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -1°C to 28°C. Moderate rainfall (539 mm/year), distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.

Air Quality: AQI 52 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
38°
Warmest Month
-21°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 5°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

2°
Feels Like Cold
2°C
Temperature
-1° – 5°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

45 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.1h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

48 Poor

Comfort

2°
Feels Like Cold
2°C
Temperature
-1° – 5°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

39 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.3h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

4°
Feels Like Cold
4°C
Temperature
1° – 8°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

39 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

68 Good

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
6° – 15°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

37 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
High
13.3h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
10° – 20°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

42 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
Very High
14.6h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm).

85 Excellent

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
14° – 25°
65%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

57 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
15.3h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 28°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

89 Excellent

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
17° – 28°
60%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

46 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
15.0h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

89 Excellent

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
17° – 27°
58%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

48 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
13.8h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm).

79 Very Good

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
12° – 22°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

40 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.0
UV Index
High
12.4h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
7° – 16°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

39 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
10.8h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

7°
Feels Like Cold
7°C
Temperature
3° – 11°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

48 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.5h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. The wettest month with 59 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

4°
Feels Like Cold
4°C
Temperature
1° – 7°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

59 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.7h daylight

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