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Istanbul in August: weather & travel advice

Istanbul in August is especially suited to beach holidays, family holidays, city breaks and active holidays and hiking. Days are around 29 °C (warm). With about 2 rainy days it is very dry.

Hagia Sophia und Bosporus in IstanbulIstanbul · AugustPhoto: Bosphorus_Istanbul_2007.jpg: Gryffindor derivative work: Stegop · Public domain

Climate facts

Day
29 °C
Night
22 °C
Rainy days
2 rainy days
Sun
8 h/day
Humidity
66 %

Suitability by travel type

BeachExcellent96/100
City breakExcellent82/100
ActiveGood72/100
FamilyExcellent92/100

In favour

  • Pleasant daytime temperatures around 29 °C
  • Little rain (about 2 rainy days)

To consider

  • No significant drawbacks.

All months at a glance

Daytime temperature°C
8
J
9
F
12
M
16
A
21
M
26
J
29
J
29
A
25
S
20
O
15
N
10
D
Rainy daysdays
12
J
11
F
9
M
6
A
4
M
3
J
2
J
2
A
4
S
7
O
9
N
12
D

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Frequently asked questions

How warm is Istanbul in August?

Daytime highs average around 29 °C, with nights around 22 °C.

Does it rain a lot in Istanbul in August?

On the long-term average, expect about 2 rainy days.

When is the best time to visit Istanbul?

The most favourable months are usually the ones highlighted on the overview page. Values are historical averages, not a forecast.