Turkey Live Weather & 7-Day Forecast | Tourist Weather & Packing Guide

Istanbul ... 40m

Historic crossroads of Europe and Asia

21°C

Overcast

Feels Like: 21°C Low: 14° High: 21°

Humidity 62%

Wind 8 km/h

Rain Chance 0%

UV Index 2.55 (Low)

Visibility 39 km

Daylight 11 hrs

What to Wear Today?

Pleasant and ideal; comfortable light clothing is perfect.

Daily Tip

Tour & Activity Suitability

Excellent conditions for sightseeing and outdoor tours.

Sightseeing Tours

Mountain & Road Visibility Alert

Visibility is clear and roads are wide open.

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Next 7-Day Forecast

Today

25 Oct

14° 21°

Tomorrow

26 Oct

14° 21°

30%

Tuesday

27 Oct

14° 17°

90%

Wednesday

28 Oct

14° 16°

50%

Thursday

29 Oct

15° 16°

63%

Friday

30 Oct

15° 16°

59%

Saturday

31 Oct

15° 16°

40%

Live Weather Across All Cities & Provinces

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Istanbul Historic crossroads of Europe and Asia

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Bursa & Uludag The green city, cable car and ski peak

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Sapanca & Sakarya Serene lake resort and countryside escapes

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Yalova & Thermal Thermal springs, waterfalls and coastal breeze

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Kocaeli & Izmit Kartepe ski resort and scenic bay views

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Balikesir & Ayvalik Aegean and Marmara shores, historic olive groves

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Canakkale (Troy) The Dardanelles Strait and historic city of Troy

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Edirne Historic Ottoman capital and Selimiye Mosque

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Tekirdag Marmara seaside promenade and tranquil beaches

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Kirklareli & Igneada Longoz flooded forests and pristine nature

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Bilecik & Sogut Cradle of the Ottoman Empire and Ertugrul shrine

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Trabzon Pearl of the Black Sea and lush highland gateway

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Uzungol Breathtaking alpine lake nestled in pine valleys

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Ayder Plateau Highland plateau of waterfalls and hot springs

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Rize Tea plantations, rushing rivers and stone bridges

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Ordu & Boztepe Panoramic Boztepe cable car and hazelnut groves

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Giresun Historic fortress and the legendary Black Sea island

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Samsun The largest Black Sea port and scenic coastline

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Bolu & Abant Enchanting Abant Lake and Seven Lakes National Park

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Artvin & Karagol Alpine beauty of Borcka Karagol and Savsat valleys

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Sinop Turkey's northernmost point and historic citadel

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Safranbolu UNESCO heritage town of authentic Ottoman mansions

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Amasya Rock-carved tombs and Ottoman riverside mansions

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Kastamonu & Ilgaz Horma Canyon, ancient castles and Ilgaz mountains

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Duzce & Guzeldere Waterfalls, nature trails and river rafting

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Bartin & Amasra Charming coastal haven of Amasra on the Black Sea

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Zonguldak Sea cliffs, scenic caves and Black Sea harbors

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Gumushane & Karaca Karaca crystal cave and Zigana mountain passes

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Bayburt Historic fortress, Coruh river and Baksi Museum

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Tokat & Ballica Ballica cave wonders and historic Ottoman mansions

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Corum (Hattusa) Ancient Hittite capital Hattusa, UNESCO World Heritage

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Karabuk Yenice pristine forest and Seker Canyon trails

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Hidirnebi Plateau High highland peak above the clouds near Trabzon

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Hamsikoy Village Alpine village famous for authentic Turkish rice pudding

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Kayabasi Plateau Wooden mountain chalets and deep pine woodland trails

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Akcaabat (Trabzon) Sera lake, seaside promenade and famous culinary delights

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Arakli (Trabzon) Os waterfalls and tranquil coastal beauty near Trabzon

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Tonya (Trabzon) Canik waterfall, alpine meadows and rich artisan cheeses

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Ikizdere (Rize) Thermal spas, raging mountain rivers and Ovit pass

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Batumi (Border Gateway) Vibrant coastal resort and botanical haven near Trabzon border

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Antalya The Turkish Riviera, turquoise beaches and waterfalls

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Alanya Historic castle, Cleopatra beach and warm blue sea

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Adana Stone Roman bridge, Seyhan river and famed cuisine

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Mersin & Marina Kizkalesi sea castle and modern Mediterranean marina

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Hatay (Antakya) World-famous mosaic museum and culinary heritage

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Kahramanmaras Famous Turkish Maras ice cream and historic bazaars

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Osmaniye Ancient castles and Karatepe Aslantas National Park

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Isparta City of roses, purple lavender fields and Egirdir Lake

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Burdur & Salda Lake Lake Salda (Turkey's Maldives) with white sands

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Izmir & Cesme Pearl of the Aegean, Kordon promenade and windsurfing

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Bodrum White-washed villas, vibrant yacht harbor and castle

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Marmaris Pine-clad mountains meeting crystal-clear calm bays

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Fethiye & Oludeniz The Blue Lagoon, paragliding over Oludeniz and Butterfly Valley

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Kusadasi & Ephesus Gateway to ancient Ephesus and top Aegean cruise harbor

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Mugla Historic Aegean town surrounded by turquoise inlets

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Aydin & Didim Temple of Apollo, olive groves and scenic golden shores

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Denizli & Pamukkale Cotton Castle (Pamukkale) white thermal terraces

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Manisa & Spil Spil Mountain National Park and historic healing herbal lore

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Afyonkarahisar Thermal spa capital, hot mineral baths and high fortress

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Kutahya Ceramic tile artisan capital and ancient Aizanoi temple

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Usak & Ulubey Ulubey Canyon (one of the world's longest canyons)

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Cappadocia Fairy chimneys, sunrise hot air balloons and cave dwellings

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Ankara National capital, renowned museums and modern avenues

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Konya City of Rumi, spiritual heritage and tropical butterfly dome

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Eskisehir Porsuk River gondolas and colorful Odunpazari historic district

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Kayseri & Erciyes Erciyes ski mountain resort and famous Anatolian pastirma

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Sivas Divrigi Great Mosque (UNESCO) and Kangal curative fish springs

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Aksaray & Ihlara Ihlara Valley gorge and ancient rock-cut mountain sanctuaries

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Nevsehir & Goreme Goreme open-air museum and towering cave citadels

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Nigde & Aladaglar Aladaglar National Park and Kapuzbasi cascading springs

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Yozgat Yozgat Camligi, Turkey's oldest national forest reserve

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Kirsehir UNESCO city of music and Seyfe Lake flamingo sanctuary

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Karaman Incesu crystal cave and Thousand and One Churches ruins

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Kirikkale Historic Cesnigir Seljuk Bridge over the Kizilirmak River

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Cankiri Ancient subterranean rock salt cavern and therapy halls

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Erzurum & Palandoken Palandoken premier winter ski resort and Seljuk twin minarets

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Van & Akdamar Lake Van, historic Akdamar Island and famous breakfast feasts

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Kars & Ani Ruins UNESCO World Heritage city of Ani and the Eastern Express route

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Malatya Arslantepe Mound (UNESCO) and world capital of dried apricots

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Elazig & Harput Ancient Harput castle and pristine scenic Lake Hazar

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Erzincan & Girlevik Girlevik waterfall, Euphrates river rafting and Dark Canyon

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Agri & Ishak Pasha Mount Ararat peak (Turkey's highest) and Ishak Pasha Palace

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Bingol Fascinating floating peat islands of Lake Turnalar

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Bitlis & Nemrut Crater Nemrut volcanic caldera lake and historic Ahlat Seljuk necropolis

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Mus Vast Mus plains, red wild tulips and historic Murat Bridge

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Tunceli & Munzur Munzur Valley National Park and crystalline alpine cold springs

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Hakkari & Cilo Cilo glaciers and sheer rugged alpine peaks

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Ardahan & Cildir Frozen Lake Cildir horse-drawn sleigh rides in winter wonderland

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Igdir Fertile border oasis at the meeting point of three nations

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Gaziantep Zeugma Mosaic Museum and UNESCO world culinary capital

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Sanliurfa & Gobeklitepe Pool of Sacred Fish (Balikligol) and historic Gobeklitepe (12,000 BC)

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Mardin Stone-carved hillside architecture overlooking Mesopotamia

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Diyarbakir Ancient black basalt fortress walls and Hevsel Gardens (UNESCO)

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Adiyaman & Mount Nemrut Colossal stone statues of gods on Mount Nemrut (UNESCO)

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Batman & Hasankeyf Ancient citadel of Hasankeyf over the historic Tigris River

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Midyat (Mardin) Filigree silver craftsmanship and ancient sandstone monasteries

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Siirt & Tillo Botan River Canyon and historic spiritual schools of Tillo

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Sirnak & Cudi Legendary Mount Judi and ancient stone bridges of Cizre

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Kilis Historic olive oil mills and centuries-old soap craft

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Spring (April - June)

The best season for Istanbul Tulip Festival, Sapanca & Bursa lakes, and pleasant mild spring weather.

⭐ Ideal for All

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Summer (July - August)

Peak season for cool misty Black Sea highlands (Trabzon, Ayder) and sunny beach resorts in Antalya & Fethiye.

🌲 Peak Coast & Highlands

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Autumn (Sept - Nov)

Golden autumn hues in Bolu & Abant, scenic Cappadocia ballooning, and mild pleasant coasts.

🍁 Season of Hues & Calm

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Winter (Dec - March)

Skiing at Uludag, Kartepe and Palandoken, plus soothing thermal springs in Yalova & Afyon.

⛷️ Snow & Ski Season

Frequently Asked Questions on Turkey Weather

What is the best time to visit the Black Sea region (Trabzon & Uzungol)?

The best period is from May through late October, when nature is lush green and daytime temperatures range between 18°C and 24°C, with refreshing highland mists and showers.

Do I need warm/winter clothing in Ayder and Uzungol highlands during summer?

Yes, definitely! Even though daytime temperatures are warm, night temperatures at altitudes over 1,000 meters can drop to 10°-12°C. A light jacket or windbreaker and an umbrella are always recommended.

When do Cappadocia hot air balloon flights take off and what are weather conditions required?

Balloon flights take off at sunrise year-round, subject to wind conditions. Maximum allowed wind speed is around 12-14 km/h with no storms, confirmed daily by the Turkish Directorate General of Civil Aviation.

How does the weather compare between Istanbul and Antalya in spring and autumn?

Antalya enjoys a warmer Mediterranean climate where swimming is possible until late November, averaging 5-7°C warmer than Istanbul, which experiences milder, cooler maritime breezes.