TurkeyThe weather in November in Istanbul
It's cool to moderate in November in Istanbul with an average temperature of 17°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 14°C to a high of 20°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 9°C and 14°C.
Looking for sun and warm weather? November isn’t a good month to be in Istanbul. The temperatures are too low for a warm stay this month.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in November for Istanbul, Turkey. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 28°C in 2023, Istanbul reached the highest temperature in November over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 6°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 2°C to a highest value of 19°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Istanbul is 16°C this month. This is probably too cold to swim without protective gear.
Rainfall amount
In November, there is an average of 82 mm of precipitation, spread over 11 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in November for Istanbul
Click on any day in November to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Istanbul. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
November weather comparison
| Istanbul | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 17°C | 14°C |
| Max. temperature | 20°C | 19°C |
| Min. temperature | 9°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Rainy days | 11 days | 12 days |
Start of November
The month of November starts in Istanbul with mild temps, averaging around 19°C during the day and nights around 13°C.
Mid November
By mid-November, daytime temps drop to around 18°C, with nights around 12°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of November
By the end of November, the average daytime temperature in Istanbul is around 16°C, while nighttime temps are about 11°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 4 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in November in Istanbul, Turkey. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in November in Istanbul
Temperature in November in Istanbul over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in November in Istanbul, Turkey. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in November in Istanbul
Total precipitation in November in Istanbul over the years
Daily UV index in November in Istanbul
This chart shows the average daily UV index in November in Istanbul, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Istanbul by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Istanbul. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.