Attraction in Istanbul

Hagia Sophia Map

Interactive map of Hagia Sophia with coordinates, nearby places, airports and travel highlights.

🌙 70°F now🕔 10:46 PM local📅 Best: June, July and August

Summary

Hagia Sophia is a tourist attraction in Istanbul. Hagia Sophia is a landmark known for a Byzantine basilica turned mosque.

Right now it is 70°F (21°C) in Hagia Sophia with clear. It feels like 75°F. Today runs from 69°F to 87°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.9/10 - excellent - go now.

The best time to visit Hagia Sophia is June, July and August. The climate is Mediterranean. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 88°F, while February is the coldest with lows near 40°F.

The closest major airport is Istanbul Airport (IST), about 22 mi away. Nearby highlights include Blue Mosque.

In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 87°F is in line with the 86°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Hagia Sophia today at 9.9/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.

Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.

Map of Hagia Sophia

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Coordinates: 41°0′31″N 28°58′48.7″E (41.0086, 28.9802)

Quick facts about Hagia Sophia

TypeAttraction
CityIstanbul
CountryTurkey
ContinentEurope
Coordinates41°0′31″N 28°58′48.7″E (41.0086, 28.9802)
Known fora Byzantine basilica turned mosque
Local time10:46 PM (UTC+03:00)
Best monthsJune, July and August
ClimateMediterranean

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Getting to Hagia Sophia

By air

Distances are straight-line; driving times assume a 70 km/h average and no traffic.

Airports near Hagia Sophia

Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.

AirportCodeDistanceServes
Istanbul AirportIST22 miIstanbul

Things to do in Hagia Sophia

Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Hagia Sophia.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Hagia Sophia?

Hagia Sophia is a tourist attraction in Istanbul. Its coordinates are 41.0086, 28.9802. It lies in Europe.

What is the weather like in Hagia Sophia right now?

It is currently 70°F (21°C) with clear. Humidity is 90% and wind is 2 mph.

When is the best time to visit Hagia Sophia?

June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Hagia Sophia, which has a Mediterranean climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Hagia Sophia in?

Hagia Sophia observes Europe/Istanbul (UTC+03:00). The local time is 10:46 PM.

What is the nearest airport to Hagia Sophia?

The closest airports are Istanbul Airport (IST), 22 mi away.

What are the top things to do in Hagia Sophia?

Popular options include Blue Mosque.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (attractions) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
Map tilesOpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri.
ElevationOpen-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value.
MethodScores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown.

Last updated August 23, 2026 at 10:46 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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