Istanbul Weather Forecast
Istanbul weather: 61°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
14-day forecast for Istanbul
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, Oct 28 | ☁️ Overcast | 62° / 55° | 43% | 14 mph | 2 |
| Thu, Oct 29 | 🌦️ Light showers | 63° / 60° | 85% · 0,7 in | 12 mph | 2 |
| Fri, Oct 30 | 🌧️ Rain | 61° / 56° | 73% · 0,5 in | 11 mph | 1 |
| Sat, Oct 31 | 🌦️ Light rain | 60° / 55° | 28% · 0,1 in | 8 mph | 3 |
| Sun, Nov 1 | ☁️ Overcast | 67° / 57° | 22% | 11 mph | 3 |
| Mon, Nov 2 | 🌦️ Light showers | 73° / 60° | 39% · 0,1 in | 6 mph | 1 |
| Tue, Nov 3 | 🌦️ Light showers | 69° / 61° | 40% · 0,1 in | 4 mph | 0 |
| Wed, Nov 4 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 63° / 50° | 60% · 0,1 in | 15 mph | 1 |
| Thu, Nov 5 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 51° / 46° | 53% · 0,1 in | 11 mph | 2 |
| Fri, Nov 6 | ☁️ Overcast | 51° / 44° | 29% | 7 mph | 3 |
| Sat, Nov 7 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 54° / 44° | 24% · 0,2 in | 11 mph | 1 |
| Sun, Nov 8 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 53° / 46° | 29% · 0,0 in | 9 mph | 1 |
| Mon, Nov 9 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 55° / 44° | 28% | 7 mph | 1 |
| Tue, Nov 10 | ☀️ Clear sky | 59° / 43° | 27% | 5 mph | 2 |
The two-week trend
Cooling. The second half of the window averages 43°F cooler than the days immediately ahead.
The window averages 59°F against a October normal of 69°F - 42°F below.
The next 7 days carry about 2.5 times a normal week's rain for October (1,5 in against 0,6 in).
What this means for Istanbul
Today is slightly cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 62°F is 7°F below the 69°F typical for this month.
A 43% chance means rain is likely somewhere nearby at some point - carry a layer, but do not cancel.
No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 65°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- A packable rain shell - 4 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
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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 61°F (16°C) with overcast. Humidity is 83% and wind is 13 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 11:43 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. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| 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 October 28, 2026 at 11:43 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
