Zeynep Sultan Mosque

Mosque Historic Ottoman mosque on Istanbul's Golden Horn

Near Sultanahmet, Zeynep Sultan Mosque dates to the Ottoman period and draws visitors for its historic mosque architecture and proximity to Hagia Sophia and the Old City markets.

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Zeynep Sultan Mosque
Zeynep Sultan Mosque, Istanbul (near the historic center)
41.0101, 28.9784
Open for worship; visiting hours vary with prayer schedule
Free to view; as an active mosque it is open to worshipers; visitors should be respectful

How to Get to Zeynep Sultan Mosque #

The mosque is in Istanbul’s historic core and is reachable via tram and bus lines that serve the old city. Walkable from many central sites depending on starting point; consult local maps for the nearest tram stop.

Tips for Visiting Zeynep Sultan Mosque #

  • Visit outside of the five daily prayer times for easier photography and quieter interior visits.
  • Respect dress codes for mosques in Istanbul - shoulders and legs covered and head covering for women is appreciated in some mosques.

Best Time to Visit Zeynep Sultan Mosque #

Spring and autumn offer comfortable city weather and easier walking between historic sites.

Spring & autumn
April-June, September-October · 12-25°C
Most pleasant walking weather for the city's historic neighborhoods.
Winter (cool, quieter)
December-February · 3-12°C
Fewer tourists and atmospheric winter light; interiors still accessible.

Weather & Climate near Zeynep Sultan Mosque #

Climate

Temperate climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 3°C to 28°C. Moderate rainfall (698 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 the coolest month with highs of 9°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

92 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 (64 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

64 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 (63 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

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

Weather

63 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 (46 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

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

Weather

46 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 (35 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

77 Very Good

Comfort

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

Weather

35 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 24 mm and mostly sunny skies.

93 Ideal

Comfort

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

Weather

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

August

August is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

92 Ideal

Comfort

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

Weather

32 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
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 (39 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

85 Excellent

Comfort

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

Weather

39 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 (75 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

67 Good

Comfort

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

Weather

75 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 (110 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

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

Weather

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

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