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Best time to visit: March, April, October
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 8.8 | 3.6 | 96 | 12 |
| Feb | 9.4 | 3.5 | 88 | 11 |
| Mar | 12.0 | 4.9 | 70 | 9 |
| Apr | 16.1 | 8.1 | 45 | 7 |
| May | 21.0 | 12.8 | 37 | 5 |
| Jun | 25.7 | 17.4 | 45 | 5 |
| Jul | 28.0 | 20.3 | 36 | 4 |
| Aug | 28.2 | 21.2 | 44 | 4 |
| Sep | 24.6 | 17.4 | 81 | 7 |
| Oct | 19.9 | 13.6 | 98 | 8 |
| Nov | 15.0 | 9.2 | 101 | 10 |
| Dec | 10.7 | 5.5 | 125 | 13 |
Averages for 1991–2020, not a forecast. Source: WMO climate normals (Sariyer, 15 km from Istanbul).
March, April and October are usually the best months to visit Istanbul. Average daytime highs range from about 9°C in January to 28°C in August.
Plan from about US$52 a day on a backpacker budget to around US$117 for a typical visitor, covering accommodation, meals and local transport. These are estimates and vary by season.
Public transport includes metro, bus and tram and is rated good. Ride-hailing is available through Uber. Walkability scores 75/100.
The nearest airport is Istanbul Airport, about 40 km away. Transfer options include metro, taxi and bus.
Overall safety is rated medium. Watch for fake tour guides and overpriced taxis. Areas generally considered safe include Beşiktaş and Kadıköy. Check official travel advice before you go.
4G/5G coverage is provided by Turkcell, Vodafone and Türk Telekom, rated excellent. Plan for about 1.5 GB a day for maps, messaging and social media. A Turkey travel eSIM lets you get online on arrival without buying a local SIM.
Tap water is generally considered unsafe. If in doubt, follow local advice or choose bottled water.
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