Turkey (Istanbul) · July
Best travel monthPeak seasonTurkey · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MAXMAX | 10° | 11° | 13° | 17° | 22° | 27° | 30° | 30° | 26° | 21° | 16° | 12° |
MINMIN | 5° | 5° | 7° | 10° | 15° | 20° | 22° | 23° | 19° | 15° | 11° | 7° |
☀️Sunshine | 4h | 5h | 6h | 7h | 7h | 8h | 9h | 9h | 7h | 5h | 4h | 3h |
🌧Rain Days | 9d77mm | 7d62mm | 7d51mm | 4d37mm | 4d31mm | 4d30mm | 2d19mm | 2d18mm | 4d45mm | 6d56mm | 6d64mm | 8d75mm |
Best travel time current monthMonthly averages 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Peak season — flights and hotels at their annual highest. Book early.
July is one of the best months to visit Turkey (Istanbul) — with 9 sunshine hours per day and pleasant highs of 29°C.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 29°C, cooling to 22°C at night (daily average: 26°C). The sun shines an average of 9 hours per day; there are 2 rain days with 19 mm total.
Light, breathable clothing and sun protection are essential. Early mornings and evenings are good for excursions when it's a little cooler.
Hochsaison: Die Bosporus-Fähren sind voll, der Große Basar überfüllt, die Kreuzfahrtschiffe stehen vor Anker. Abends dafür: Sonnenuntergang von der Galata-Brücke mit Çay und Balık Ekmek (Fischsandwich).
Packing list for Turkey (Istanbul) in July
- Leichte Sommersachen
- Sonnencreme LSF 50
- Sonnenbrille
- Sonnenhut
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is July a good time to visit Turkey (Istanbul)?
- Yes — July is one of the best months to visit Turkey (Istanbul) (Climate Score: 93/100). Pleasant temperatures (29°C), good sunshine (9 h/day), and few rain days (2) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Turkey (Istanbul) in July?
- In July, Turkey (Istanbul) sees daily highs of 29°C. Nights cool to 22°C, with a daily average of 26°C.
- How much rain falls in Turkey (Istanbul) in July?
- In July, Turkey (Istanbul) receives an average of 19 mm of rain over 2 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Turkey (Istanbul) get in July?
- Turkey (Istanbul) averages 9 sunshine hours per day in July — above the annual average.
