Late autumn · Weather & things to do
Istanbul in November
Istanbul cools off: highs slip to 59°F (15°C), from 68°F in October, with lows of 50°F (10°C) and about 2.5 in (63 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 75/100, 8th of 12.
- Avg high
- 59°F (15°C)
- Avg low
- 50°F (10°C)
- Rain
- 2.5 in (63 mm)
- Humidity
- 80%
- Cloud cover
- 68%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 39 min
- Comfort score
- 75/100 · Great
What November feels like
Highs near 59°F (15°C) make for comfortable sightseeing weather.
Lows average 50°F (10°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 2.5 in (63 mm).
Plan around November
November sits mid-table; the best months are May – October.
- Comfort slips from 87/100 in October to 75/100.
- Our Istanbul, Cappadocia & Ephesus route recommends Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct, so November falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for November
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 50°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Istanbul in November
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Topkapı Palace
Ottoman sultans' palace with courtyards, treasury and the Harem.
Bosphorus Ferry
Public ferry cruise up the strait past palaces and wooden mansions.
Why now November scores 75/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Çiya Sofrası
Kadıköy restaurant reviving regional Anatolian dishes rarely found elsewhere.
Hagia Sophia
Sixth-century domed church, later mosque, with Byzantine mosaics.
Mandabatmaz
Tiny Beyoğlu coffee spot famous for thick, foamy Turkish coffee.
Nearby in November
- Selçuk in November~228 mi · highs 67°F, 3.5 in rain · 5°C (8°F) warmer by day, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Istanbul in November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Istanbul?
It's middling, scoring 75/100. The best months are May – October, at up to 96. Expect highs of 59°F (15°C) and 2.5 in (63 mm) of rain. Our Istanbul, Cappadocia & Ephesus route recommends Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct, so November is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Istanbul in November?
Average highs are 59°F (15°C) and average lows 50°F (10°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Istanbul in November?
Some: about 2.5 in (63 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 5th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 24.6 in (624 mm).
What should I pack for Istanbul in November?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 50°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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Planning Istanbul in November?
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