Weather in Istanbul in May
Istanbul offers a mild climate with occasional showers (avg 17.2°C, 8 rainy days). Weather score: 8/10 · Very good
Avg temp
17.2°C
Daytime high
21.1°C
Night low
13.6°C
Rainy days
8
Sun per day
11.8 h
Istanbul climate table – all 12 months
| Month | Avg temp | High | Low | Rainy days | Sun/day | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6.4°C | 9.1°C | 3.8°C | 12 | 5.6 h | 2.6/10 |
| February | 7.3°C | 10.4°C | 4.6°C | 11 | 6.9 h | 4.5/10 |
| March | 8.6°C | 12.1°C | 5.6°C | 11 | 7.8 h | 4.5/10 |
| April | 12.2°C | 16.4°C | 8.4°C | 9 | 10.3 h | 7.2/10 |
| May | 17.2°C | 21.1°C | 13.6°C | 8 | 11.8 h | 8/10 |
| June | 21.6°C | 25.4°C | 18.1°C | 9 | 12.8 h | 8.8/10 |
| July | 24.4°C | 28.5°C | 20.6°C | 4 | 13.5 h | 9.5/10 |
| August | 25°C | 29°C | 21.7°C | 3 | 12.6 h | 10/10 |
| September | 21.5°C | 25.2°C | 18.3°C | 7 | 10.9 h | 8.8/10 |
| October | 16.6°C | 19.9°C | 13.9°C | 7 | 8.2 h | 7.2/10 |
| November | 12.9°C | 15.9°C | 10.3°C | 9 | 7 h | 6.5/10 |
| December | 8.9°C | 11.4°C | 6.4°C | 13 | 5.5 h | 3.8/10 |
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Frequently asked questions about Istanbul in May
How warm is it in Istanbul in May?
In May, Istanbul averages 17.2°C, with daytime highs of 21.1°C and night lows of 13.6°C.
Does it rain a lot in Istanbul in May?
May sees around 8 rainy days and about 53.2 mm of rainfall in Istanbul.
Is May a good month to visit Istanbul?
May scores 8/10 for Istanbul. Istanbul offers a mild climate with occasional showers (avg 17.2°C, 8 rainy days).