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Current Local Time in Blue Mosque

Current local time and time zone in Blue Mosque, with UTC offset and daylight saving details.

🌤️ 78°F now🕔 10:01 AM local📅 Best: June, July and August

Current local time in Blue Mosque

10:01 AM
Friday, August 21, 2026
Time zoneEurope/Istanbul
UTC offsetUTC+03:00
UTC now7:01 AM
Sunrise6:19 AM
Sunset7:54 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise6:19 AM
Sunset7:54 PM
Daylight13h 35m
Solar noon1:06 PM
Golden hour (am)6:19 AM - 7:19 AM
Golden hour (pm)6:54 PM - 7:54 PM
Blue hour (am)5:49 AM - 6:19 AM
Blue hour (pm)7:54 PM - 8:24 PM
Moon phase🌓 First quarter · 56%
Moonrise3:35 PM
Moonset--

Golden and blue hour are the standard photographic approximation around sunrise and sunset.

Quick facts about Blue Mosque

TypeAttraction
CityIstanbul
CountryTurkey
ContinentEurope
Coordinates41°0′19.4″N 28°58′36.5″E (41.0054, 28.9768)
Known forsix minarets and Iznik tiles
Local time10:01 AM (UTC+03:00)
Best monthsJune, July and August
ClimateMediterranean

Summary

Blue Mosque is a tourist attraction in Istanbul. Blue Mosque is a landmark known for six minarets and Iznik tiles.

Right now it is 78°F (26°C) in Blue Mosque with mainly clear. It feels like 81°F. Today runs from 71°F to 84°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.5/10 - excellent - go now.

The best time to visit Blue Mosque 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 Hagia Sophia.

In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 84°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. photography is the strongest bet in Blue Mosque 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.

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Coordinates: 41°0′19.4″N 28°58′36.5″E (41.0054, 28.9768)

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Blue Mosque?

Blue Mosque is a tourist attraction in Istanbul. Its coordinates are 41.0054, 28.9768. It lies in Europe.

What is the weather like in Blue Mosque right now?

It is currently 78°F (26°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 70% and wind is 9 mph.

When is the best time to visit Blue Mosque?

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

What time zone is Blue Mosque in?

Blue Mosque observes Europe/Istanbul (UTC+03:00). The local time is 10:01 AM.

What is the nearest airport to Blue Mosque?

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

What are the top things to do in Blue Mosque?

Popular options include Hagia Sophia.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (attractions) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
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 21, 2026 at 10:01 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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