Weather in Istanbul. Actual conditions and forecast

Map of wind conditions for Istanbul area

Map of Istanbul temperature forecast

1. You can zoom in to Istanbul using the '+' button, or check temperatures around the globe by the '-' button.
2. Besides this, you can grab the map by your mouse button and move it to see the temperature in other regions.
This temperature map is centered around Istanbul. The map is real-time and interactive.

Rain forecast for Istanbul area

1. Using the control panel above this map, you can check the rain forecast for Istanbul for any period within next 10 days.
2. Via the top control panel, you can check the following weather parameters: Temperature, Cloud cover, Precipitation, Wind and Pressure.
This precipitation forecast map is centered around Istanbul. The map is also real-time and interactive.

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More to see in Istanbul

It is hard to find a more flamboyant oriental city than Istanbul. This amazing place is also perfect for a family vacation. Children will be fascinated with numerous interesting landmarks and entertainments, such as the Istanbul Toy Museum that is definitely recommended for a visit. This museum was open yet in 2005 by writer Sunay Akın. During 15 years, the writer was visiting different countries of the world and bringing interesting memorable souvenirs from every journey. He bought some toys in elite shops and found the others on antiquity markets. The collection exhibited in the museum can be safely called a unique one, so it will be certainly liked by kids. Miniaturk remains the most famous and popular landmark of Istanbul. This is a wondrous park with miniature copies of all internationally famous sights. The park itself is a beautiful place with a special railroad for children, so kids will have an amazing opportunity to see the park from a mini-train. Besides that, there is a chain of water canals in Miniaturk, and visitors are allowed to make boat rides in them. Amazing playgrounds and charming relaxation areas with lush flora make this place a fantastic destination for the whole family. Don’t forget to include a visit to Turkuazoo Aquarium into your excursion program. The aquarium is famous for one of the biggest collections of underwater creatures in the world. Visitors can see nearly 10,000 animals that live in oceans and seas. The 90-meter long acrylic … Read further

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Review of luxury hotels

Located in the neighborhood of Pera, close to popular art galleries and art centers, Radisson Blu Hotel Istanbul Pera is a paragon of modern style. All guestrooms of the hotel are spacious and feature panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows. The design looks solid with bright modern style paintings and flower bouquets. The hotel’s spa is a great place to enjoy relaxing massage with essential oils. There is also a … Open

Istanbul for children - what to visit

Stylish hotels

Sokullu Pasa Hotel is the place where visitors will be surrounded by the splendor of national culture. The design of guestrooms in this hotel reminds of ancient Osman palaces. Antique furniture made of premium sorts of wood and decorated with gilding, a beautiful canopy above the bed, and hand-made carpets with skillful patterns can be found in all guestrooms. The décor of bathrooms deserves a separate mention – … Open

Shopping, streets and outlets

Istanbul is an ideal city for lovers of shopping. It is full of luxury shopping malls, colourful markets and original stores. Osmanbey area is a perfect place for purchasing new clothes and shoes. It includes shops of different price categories. Both young people who prefer the most unusual and trendy details, and lovers of classical style will be able to choose suitable things for themselves. This district is also … Open

Hotels with history of Istanbul

The famous resort hotel Çırağan Palace Kempinski Istanbul is open in the building of a strikingly beautiful Ottoman palace built in the 19th century. The hotel is located on a small hill and is surrounded by a large adjusting territory. Spacious terraces of Ciragan Palace offer fantastic views of the seaside. Fans of history will be impressed by a mere walk in public areas of the hotel as they will be able to see … Open

Advices for travellers

2. When you enter a home or a mosque, you should definitely take your shoes off. You should be very careful while selecting clothes before visiting religious sites of Istanbul. Short skirts, shorts and open tops are not suitable for observations of the city. 3. You can drink alcohol in specially designated areas only. 4. Tips in local cafes and restaurants make up about 10% of the total … Open