Kursum Mosque, Kastoria

Mosque Ottoman-era mosque in Kastoria with domed architecture

Ottoman-era mosque in Kastoria close to Lake Orestiada; visited for its domed architecture and as part of tours exploring the town’s Byzantine churches and lakeside streets.

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Kursum Mosque, Kastoria
Historic center of Kastoria, Western Macedonia. Coordinates: 40.520444444444, 21.265333333333
40.5204, 21.2653
Free access to exterior; interior access varies (may be closed or used for cultural events)

How to Get to Kursum Mosque, Kastoria #

From Kastoria town center, the mosque is a short walk through the old neighborhoods near the lakeshore. Regional buses and taxis serve Kastoria; once in town, the mosque sits within walking distance of the Byzantine Museum and the harbor promenade.

Tips for Visiting Kursum Mosque, Kastoria #

  • Check with the local Municipal Culture Office (Dimarhos) in Kastoria before visiting for interior opening times or guided tours.
  • The mosque is best appreciated at sunset when the light softens the mosque's stone and plaster surfaces.
  • Respect that many Ottoman-era mosques in Greece are used for cultural events; rules about photography or access can fluctuate.

Best Time to Visit Kursum Mosque, Kastoria #

Best visited in shoulder seasons to combine town exploration with pleasant weather; check local listings for cultural events that may affect access.

Spring
April-June · 8-22°C (46-72°F)
Mild weather and flowering plants around Kastoria's lakeside neighborhoods.
Autumn
September-October · 10-20°C (50-68°F)
Clear skies and comfortable daytime temperatures; fewer tourists than summer.

Weather & Climate near Kursum Mosque, Kastoria #

Climate

Kursum Mosque, Kastoria'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 -2°C to 29°C. Moderate rainfall (767 mm/year).

Air Quality: AQI 59 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
39°
Warmest Month
-22°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

47 Poor

Comfort

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

Weather

73 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.5h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

47 Poor

Comfort

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

Weather

62 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.5h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

62 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

67 Good

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
16°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

61 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
13.1h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
10° 22°
70%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

61 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
14.3h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm).

87 Excellent

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
14° 27°
61%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

42 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Very High
14.8h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

91 Ideal

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
16° 29°
50%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

37 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
14.6h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

91 Ideal

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
16° 29°
50%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

41 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
13.6h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm).

85 Excellent

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
12° 25°
61%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

51 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.2
UV Index
High
12.3h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (94 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
19°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

94 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
11.0h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 3°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (101 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

53 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

101 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.8h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 1°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

45 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

82 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.2h daylight

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