Istanbul in Spring — Weather & What to Expect
Spring in Istanbul (March, April, May) averages daytime highs of 15.8°C and lows of 8.7°C, with around 216.1mm of rain across the season (33 rainy days in total). It includes some of the best months of the year to visit (March, April, May).
In the northern hemisphere, spring in Istanbul covers March, April, May.
Spring in Istanbul month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March | 11.0°C | 4.9°C | 82.1mm | 13 | 10/10 |
| April | 15.5°C | 8.2°C | 78.5mm | 12 | 10/10 |
| May | 21.0°C | 12.9°C | 55.5mm | 8 | 10/10 |
What to pack for Istanbul in spring
- Warm layers
- Light jacket or fleece
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Light waterproof layer
- Light layers
- Sunscreen
- T-shirts and light trousers or shorts
Frequently Asked Questions
Is spring a good time to visit Istanbul?
Spring in Istanbul rates around 10/10 — excellent time to visit. Average highs are 15.8°C with 216.1mm of rain across the season.
How hot is Istanbul in spring?
Daytime highs average 15.8°C (60.4°F) across March, April, May, with nights around 8.7°C.
What months are spring in Istanbul?
Istanbul is in the northern hemisphere, so spring covers March, April, May.
See also: best time to visit Istanbul · Istanbul annual climate · Istanbul in summer · Istanbul in autumn · Istanbul in winter
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Spring in Istanbul — what to pack
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Climate data sourced from Open-Meteo (open source, open data licence). Monthly averages calculated from 2020–2023 historical data. Weather can be unpredictable — always check a live forecast before travelling.