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Bosphorus Strait Weather, Climate and Best Time to Visit

Data source：Meteostat
Update date：2025-09

Bosphorus Strait year round climate

  • Spring (March–May): Average 7.5–15.7°C, mild climate, but occasional showers are possible, especially in March and April. Common activities: Explore the Bosphorus Strait, visit historical sites, enjoy café culture. Recommended clothing: Light jacket, comfortable trousers or skirt, comfortable shoes.
  • Summer (June–August): Average 21.7–25.5°C, hot and dry, sunny. Common activities: Take a boat trip on the Bosphorus Strait, enjoy beaches and swimming, visit outdoor attractions. Recommended clothing: Light and breathable clothing, sun hat, sunglasses, sunscreen.
  • Autumn (September–November): Average 16.3–12.5°C, pleasant climate, but November has more rainfall. Common activities: Visit museums, enjoy the autumn atmosphere in cafes, stroll along the Bosphorus Strait. Recommended clothing: Comfortable jacket or coat, trousers or skirt.
  • Winter (December–February): Average 6.6–10°C, cold and humid, occasional snowfall. Common activities: Visit indoor attractions such as museums and mosques, enjoy Turkish cuisine. Recommended clothing: Warm coat, scarf, hat, gloves.

Bosphorus Strait climatological average

Annual average temperature: approx. 15.2°C / Annual rainfall: approx. 718 mm / Summer humidity: 60%–70% / Rainiest month: November

Bosphorus Strait monthly average temperature and precipitation

Month
Air temperature (°C)
Precipitation (mm)
January
6.6°C
82.5
February
7.1°C
75.2
March
7.5°C
76.1
April
13.1°C
79.3
May
15.7°C
55.4
June
21.7°C
45
July
24.5°C
21.6
August
25.5°C
25.4
September
21.7°C
31
October
16.3°C
32.4
November
12.5°C
124.8
December
10°C
70.2

Bosphorus Strait weather for the next seven days

12/29
Monday
Sunny
5.9°C/2.3°C
12/30
Tuesday
Moderate rain
10.9°C/5.2°C
12/31
Wednesday
Patchy rain nearby
3.8°C/1.3°C
1/1
Thursday
Partly Cloudy
3.8°C/-0.3°C
1/2
Friday
Sunny
6.4°C/0.9°C
1/3
Saturday
Sunny
13°C/7.1°C
1/4
Sunday
Sunny
14°C/11.8°C

Bosphorus Strait Frequently Asked Questions and Useful Information for Travel

What is the best time to visit?

The best time to visit is in the morning and sunset, because the light is best at this time and you can take the most beautiful sunset photos.

What are the must-see attractions?

Must-see attractions include the Suleymaniye Mosque and Dolmabahce Palace.