Melike Hatun Mosque
Mosque Modern Ankara mosque with large central dome
Melike Hatun Mosque in Ankara combines traditional Ottoman elements with contemporary public space; visitors come for its architecture and the mosque’s role in city life.
How to Get to Melike Hatun Mosque #
The mosque is in Ankara Province; reach it by city bus or taxi from central Ankara. Use local transit apps or ask at a hotel for the best bus lines and stops.
Tips for Visiting Melike Hatun Mosque #
- Visit outside peak Friday prayer hours to appreciate the architectural details without crowds.
- From the mosque's terraces, take in the Ankara skyline - the mosque occupies one of the city's modern districts and offers photogenic city views.
- If photographing, be mindful of worshippers and avoid using flash during prayer.
Best Time to Visit Melike Hatun Mosque #
Best seen in spring or autumn when Ankara's heat and dust are reduced and city views are clearer.
Weather & Climate near Melike Hatun Mosque #
Melike Hatun Mosque's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -4°C to 30°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of 4°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 9°C. The wettest month with 53 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 15°C. The driest month with just 10 mm and clear sunny skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 11°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
