Istanbul Weather

Local time is Thu 21st Nov 9:59 am

Hourly Weather

12 pm

19 °c

3 pm

11 °c

6 pm

9 °c

9 pm

9 °c

12 am

10 °c

3 am

10 °c

6 am

10 °c

9 am

12 °c

Weather This Week

Istanbul, Turkey weather forecasted for the next 10 days will have maximum temperature of 19°c / 65°f on Thu 21. Min temperature will be 5°c / 41°f on Sat 23. Most precipitation falling will be 35.13 mm / 1.38 inch on Sat 23. Windiest day is expected to see wind of up to 44 kmph / 28 mph on Thu 21. Visit 3 Hourly, Hourly and Historical section to get in-depth weather forecast information.

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Best months to visit Istanbul?

January and February are the best month to go for holiday or travel to Istanbul forecast these months temperature to be around 9°c and average of 119.375 hours of sunshine in a month.

Coldest months of Istanbul?

January and February are the coldest months with temperature at around 5°c.

Which months receive most rainfall in Istanbul?

January and December receive most rainfall with precipitation count of 90.20mm.

Travelling to Istanbul? Check out our Weather averages of Istanbul to better plan your holiday or travel.

If you would just like to know what the weather was for a past dates for research or education or you are just curious then visit our historical weather of Istanbul section.

Istanbul Holiday Weather Overview

Istanbul, the largest city in Turkey, is an extremely popular tourist destination that features high-class restaurants, bars and galleries, which can make the night-life very special.

A beautiful city that exhibits several elegant mosques and museums, Istanbul is a sight-seeing paradise with the district of Sultanahmed home to many attractions such as the Sultan Ahmed Mosque.

Istanbul has a Mediterranean climate that features all four seasons and in particularly a gorgeous spring with beautiful weather that sees tourists often visit during this time.

When is the best month to visit Istanbul?

The weather in Istanbul is ideal for trips during the months of April to May, while the autumn time of September to October is also preferred by most of the visitors with the temperature at a warm but comfortable level

The months of July and August can be uncomfortable for some due to the sweltering heat, although those looking for specifically sun-filled holiday will not be disappointed. Winter can also prove troublesome on occasion due to the chilli Istanbul winds.

What to pack and wear in Istanbul?

If you are going for a summer holiday in Istanbul you should bring light clothes with you.

Istanbul is a predominantly Muslim city, so tourists can wear shorts, tops or jeans in the tourist areas, but must wear more  modest clothing while walking on the streets.

In the winter season, the increased and cold and wind will require tourists to bring warmer clothing such as heavier jackets and trousers.