Istanbul, where East meets West
Istanbul, one of the most amazing cities in the world. It's a buzzing city and a mix of European and Asian, like a summer day in Madrid with a touch of Bangkok.
During November, Istanbul experiences moderate daytime temperatures of 16°C (61°F) and cooler nights around 11°C (52°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 76 mm (3 in) is typical.
Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the best weather for Istanbul.
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49-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Istanbul typically drop from around 17°C (63°F) at the start of November to approximately 13°C (55°F) by the end. Nights are cool, with lows typically ranging from 8°C (46°F) to 12°C (54°F).
49-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Istanbul spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
The extremes listed below come from historical weather data collected in Istanbul from 1986 through 2025.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Pack for changing conditions in Istanbul in November. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. Expect water temperatures of around 14°C (57°F), which is definitely too cold for comfortable swimming. Your luggage space is better used for other items. With limited sunshine expected, sunglasses aren't a priority for packing.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Water Temp
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