The month in detail
What to expect in November
Autumn marks the end of peak season in Istanbul. Temperatures drop (61°F) and rain returns (24% of days). Rain risk remains low (24% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities.
November ranks 8 out of 12 months in Istanbul. Compared to October: −7°F daytime, 7 pts more rainy days, −2.0h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in November
UV index
2 · low
no protection needed
Feels like
dry air
9°
Sea
17°C
cold, for the brave
Daylight
9.7h of daylight
Air quality
fair
AQI 45
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Is November the right month?
The best month in Istanbul is July (9.3/10), 4.9 pts higher than November.
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Plan your trip
Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach trip.
Country · Turkey
🗣️LanguageTurkish
💶CurrencyLivre turque (₺)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘCheap · 2/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthAugust · 86°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 50°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJanuary · 30%
🏖️ Beach trip
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
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Other destinations in November
If November doesn't convince you for this destination, compare with others.
Location
Where is Istanbul ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
TurkeyTemperate oceanic climate with a 9.3 → 4.0 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
41.01°N · 28.95°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Istanbul?
July is the best month with 84°F highs, 70°F lows, 10.3h of sunshine and 10.0% rainy days. The months of July & June offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Istanbul get in July?
Istanbul averages 10.3 sunshine hours per day in July. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 9.0/10.
What is the rainiest month in Istanbul?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Istanbul in July?
In July, overnight lows reach 70°F, while afternoon highs average 84°F.
Is Istanbul good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Istanbul scores 4.0/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains July with a score of 9.0/10.
When should you avoid Istanbul?
January is the most difficult month to visit Istanbul, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Istanbul in November?
In November, the sea averages 63°F in Istanbul: cold, for the brave. Best left to hardened swimmers or those with a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Istanbul in November?
The average UV index reaches 2 in November in Istanbul (low), with about 9.7h of daylight. No protection needed.