Molla Çelebi Mosque

Mosque Small historic Ottoman mosque near Istanbul waterfront

The Molla Çelebi Mosque in Istanbul, attributed to Ottoman-era architects, sits near the Golden Horn. Tourists examine its compact classical plan, domes and proximity to waterfront markets and ferry links.

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Molla Çelebi Mosque
Molla Çelebi Mosque, Istanbul, Turkey (near Kılıç Ali Paşa complex area)
41.0321, 28.9906

How to Get to Molla Çelebi Mosque #

Located in Istanbul; reachability depends on the mosque’s district. Use local transit (tram, metro or buses) and short taxi rides from central neighborhoods like Eminönü or Sultanahmet depending on exact location.

Tips for Visiting Molla Çelebi Mosque #

  • Observe prayer times to avoid crossing into busy worship periods; non-Muslim visitors should ask for permission before entering prayer halls.
  • The mosque is known for its community outreach; check local announcements for cultural events open to visitors.

Best Time to Visit Molla Çelebi Mosque #

Spring and autumn provide comfortable conditions for historic-site visits in Istanbul.

Spring/Autumn
Apr-Jun & Sep-Nov · 12-25°C
Comfortable weather for walking between historic sites in Istanbul.
Summer
Jul-Aug · 25-35°C
Hot; early mornings best for exploration.

Weather & Climate near Molla Çelebi Mosque #

Climate

Molla Çelebi Mosque's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 3°C to 28°C. Moderate rainfall (712 mm/year).

Air Quality: AQI 69 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
38°
Warmest Month
-6°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

93 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.4h daylight

February

February is the coolest month with highs of 9°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

65 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.5h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

65 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
17°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

47 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.0
UV Index
High
13.2h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

77 Very Good

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
12° 21°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

37 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
Very High
14.4h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm).

89 Excellent

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
17° 26°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

30 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
15.0h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 28°C and lows of 19°C. The driest month with just 25 mm and mostly sunny skies.

93 Ideal

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
19° 28°
66%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

25 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Very High
14.7h daylight

August

August is the warmest month with highs of 28°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

91 Ideal

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
19° 28°
66%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

33 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
13.7h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

85 Excellent

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
16° 25°
68%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

41 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
12.3h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

67 Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
12° 20°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

77 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
11.0h daylight

November

November is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
15°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

88 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.7h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 6°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (111 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

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

Weather

111 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.1h daylight

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