Geography of Istanbul
Geography of Istanbul: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Istanbul
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Coordinates: 41°0′29.5″N 28°58′42.2″E (41.0082, 28.9784)
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Summary
Istanbul is a city in Turkey. Istanbul is known for Hagia Sophia, bazaars and the Bosphorus. It has a population of about 15.6 million.
Right now it is 72°F (22°C) in Istanbul with partly cloudy. It feels like 75°F. Today runs from 72°F to 86°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.6/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Istanbul 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 and Hagia Sophia.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 86°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 Istanbul 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.
Climate in Istanbul month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 51° | 42° | 4,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 51° | 40° | 2,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 58° | 43° | 3,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 64° | 48° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 71° | 55° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 84° | 66° | 0,3 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 88° | 71° | 0,9 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 86° | 71° | 0,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 80° | 65° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 69° | 56° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 62° | 51° | 5,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 54° | 45° | 4,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Mediterranean. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Istanbul?
Istanbul is a city in Turkey. Its coordinates are 41.0082, 28.9784. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Istanbul right now?
It is currently 72°F (22°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 85% and wind is 7 mph.
When is the best time to visit Istanbul?
June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Istanbul, which has a Mediterranean climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Istanbul in?
Istanbul observes Europe/Istanbul (UTC+03:00). The local time is 10:41 PM.
How many people live in Istanbul?
Istanbul has a population of approximately 15.6 million.
What is the nearest airport to Istanbul?
The closest airports are Istanbul Airport (IST), 22 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Istanbul?
Popular options include Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia.
What places are in Istanbul?
Istanbul covers 3 places in this atlas, including Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia and Istanbul Airport.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, 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 24, 2026 at 10:41 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
