Istanbul in March: weather & travel advice
Istanbul in March is climatically mixed. Days are around 12 °C (cool). With about 9 rainy days it is moderate.
Istanbul · MarchPhoto: Bosphorus_Istanbul_2007.jpg: Gryffindor derivative work: Stegop · Public domainClimate facts
- Day
- 12 °C
- Night
- 5 °C
- Rainy days
- 9 rainy days
- Sun
- 4 h/day
- Humidity
- 79 %
Suitability by travel type
BeachUnsuitable35/100
City breakLimited61/100
ActiveLimited57/100
FamilyUnsuitable41/100
In favour
- No particular highlights.
To consider
- Rather cool at around 12 °C
All months at a glance
8J
9F
12M
16A
21M
26J
29J
29A
25S
20O
15N
10D
12J
11F
9M
6A
4M
3J
2J
2A
4S
7O
9N
12D
Similar destinations in March
Frequently asked questions
How warm is Istanbul in March?
Daytime highs average around 12 °C, with nights around 5 °C.
Does it rain a lot in Istanbul in March?
On the long-term average, expect about 9 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.