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Istanbuhl Weather and Historic Climate
The climate in Istanbul is a modified Mediterranean climate with hot and somewhat humid summers with little rainfall, and cold, wet winters.
Itanbul, Turkey - When To Go
In the spring, April, May, and the first half of June are perfect times to visit Istanbul. You can swim in the waters around Istanbul through September.
Expect morning haze in Fall, but nice temperatures will be found through mid November--expect some rain, though.
Winter in Istanbul can bring snow; expect the average of 7 snow days December to March.
Istanbul is often breezy, with winds coming from the north or south.
Istanbul Historic Temperatures and Precipitation
The chart below shows the historic high and low temperatures in Istanbul, with the rainfall below that.