Naziresha Mosque

Mosque Ottoman-era mosque in Elbasan County

A historic mosque in Elbasan, Naziresha Mosque attracts visitors interested in religious architecture, local worship practices and the town’s urban history.

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The Naziresha Mosque is a mosque in Elbasan, Albania, associated with the town’s Ottoman-era architectural heritage. It is one of several historic religious buildings in the city.

The mosque presents typical Ottoman-period mosque features and serves as a local place of worship. It is part of Elbasan’s historic urban fabric and is visited for its architectural and cultural interest.

Built during the period of Ottoman rule in the region, the mosque reflects the religious and architectural traditions introduced to Albanian towns during that era. It has formed part of the local religious landscape since its construction.

Located in Elbasan in central Albania, the mosque sits within the town’s historic centre and is accessible from the city’s main streets.

Naziresha Mosque
Naziresha Mosque vicinity, Elbasan, Albania
41.1052, 20.0865
Open for daily prayers (visit hours vary for tourists)
Free (active mosque), donations for maintenance welcome

How to Get to Naziresha Mosque #

Naziresha Mosque is located within Elbasan’s historic center. It’s a short walk from the main square and accessible from local buses and taxis that serve Elbasan.

Tips for Visiting Naziresha Mosque #

  • Observe local prayer times and community customs-midday prayers may limit access to certain areas.
  • Photograph with permission-some congregations are sensitive to images of worshippers.
  • Visit with a local guide to learn about the mosque's historical context in Elbasan.

Best Time to Visit Naziresha Mosque #

Spring and autumn are most pleasant for cultural visits and town walks.

Spring/Autumn
Apr-Jun, Sep-Oct · 12-25°C (54-77°F)
Comfortable for walking and exploring the town's Ottoman-era architecture.
Summer
Jul-Aug · 20-30°C (68-86°F)
Warmer days; plan visits for morning or late afternoon.
Winter
Dec-Feb · 0-10°C (32-50°F)
Cooler and quieter; some services and tourism facilities operate reduced hours.

Weather & Climate near Naziresha Mosque #

Climate

Naziresha Mosque's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 1°C to 31°C. Abundant rainfall (1064 mm/year), wettest in November.

Air Quality: AQI 58 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
42°
Warmest Month
-15°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 10°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (115 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

49 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

115 mm
Rainfall
0.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.4h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (104 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

49 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

104 mm
Rainfall
1.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.5h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 5°C. Regular rainfall (98 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

53 Acceptable

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
15°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

98 mm
Rainfall
1.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

61 Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
19°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

87 mm
Rainfall
1.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
13.2h daylight

May

May is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 12°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
12° 24°
68%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

87 mm
Rainfall
1.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
High
14.4h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

85 Excellent

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
15° 28°
58%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

57 mm
Rainfall
1.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
15.0h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

91 Ideal

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
17° 31°
48%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

38 mm
Rainfall
1.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
14.7h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 31°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

91 Ideal

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
17° 31°
47%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

42 mm
Rainfall
0.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
13.7h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

81 Excellent

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
14° 28°
60%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

71 mm
Rainfall
0.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
12.3h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (98 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

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

Weather

98 mm
Rainfall
0.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
11.0h daylight

November

November is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (141 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

61 Good

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
16°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

141 mm
Rainfall
0.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.7h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (126 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

51 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

126 mm
Rainfall
0.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.1h daylight

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