Istanbul · Turkey
August
Same as July in conditions — maximum everything.
Worth considering
#12 of 12 months
There are better months for Istanbul — see the full ranking below.
See when to go instead →Climate
High
28°C
Low
20.5°C
Rain
21mm
Sun
11hrs/day
30-year climate normals · Open Meteo ERA5
How August scores in Istanbul
Weather
Very good
Value
Average
Crowds
Below average
Events
Average
Atmosphere
Good
What you gain in August
- ↑Still the driest and sunniest period of the year
- ↑Evening Bosphorus cruise: golden light on the Asian shore
What you sacrifice
- ↓Tourist numbers at absolute peak
- ↓28°C+ midday heat combined with crowds makes Sultanahmet genuinely uncomfortable
- ↓Some local restaurants close for staff holidays
How August compares to April (best month)
| Factor | August | April ★ |
|---|---|---|
| Weather | 7 | 8 |
| Value | 4 | 7 |
| Crowds | 3 | 6 |
August in other destinations
Climate data: 30-year normals (1991–2020) from Open Meteo ERA5 reanalysis. Scores compare months within Istanbul, not across destinations. Methodology →