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Istanbul in February: weather & travel advice

Istanbul in February is climatically mixed. Days are around 9 °C (cold). With about 11 rainy days it is wet.

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

Climate facts

Day
9 °C
Night
4 °C
Rainy days
11 rainy days
Sun
3 h/day
Humidity
82 %

Suitability by travel type

BeachUnsuitable25/100
City breakLimited45/100
ActiveUnsuitable40/100
FamilyUnsuitable34/100

In favour

  • No particular highlights.

To consider

  • Rather cool at around 9 °C
  • Higher chance of rain (about 11 rainy days)
  • High humidity (82 %)

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

Similar destinations in February

Frequently asked questions

How warm is Istanbul in February?

Daytime highs average around 9 °C, with nights around 4 °C.

Does it rain a lot in Istanbul in February?

On the long-term average, expect about 11 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.