Turkey (Istanbul) · November
Low 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
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
November in Turkey (Istanbul) is on the cool side — with highs around 16°C it's less suited for a beach holiday, but good for sightseeing away from the high season.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 16°C, cooling to 10°C at night (daily average: 13°C). With 4 sunshine hours per day and 6 rain days (64 mm), this is one of the cloudier months.
Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.
Goldener Herbst: Temperaturen ideal, die großen Touristenströme lichten sich, die lebhaften Viertel Karaköy, Beşiktaş und Kadıköy zeigen ihr echtes Gesicht. In ungeraden Jahren bespielt die Istanbul Biennale ungewöhnliche Orte in der ganzen Stadt.
Packing list for Turkey (Istanbul) in November
- Langarmhemden und leichte Hosen
- Leichte Jacke
- Kleiner Regenschirm (vereinzelte Schauer möglich)
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is November a good time to visit Turkey (Istanbul)?
- November is not an optimal month for Turkey (Istanbul) (Score: 46/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Turkey (Istanbul) in November?
- In November, Turkey (Istanbul) sees daily highs of 16°C. Nights cool to 10°C, with a daily average of 13°C.
- How much rain falls in Turkey (Istanbul) in November?
- In November, Turkey (Istanbul) receives an average of 64 mm of rain over 6 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Turkey (Istanbul) get in November?
- Turkey (Istanbul) averages 4 sunshine hours per day in November — below the annual average.
