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Istanbul in February: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Istanbul in February will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Istanbul, based on historical data.
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February

Weather in Istanbul in February 2025

OK Weather
Chill
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Cold water
If you plan to visit Istanbul in February, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +48°F during the day and approximately 7 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 11 rainy days in the month and around 50 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+48°F
Avg. max. temperature
+23°F
Min.
+73°F
Max.
50 mm
Total precipitation
75%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
7 ☀️
Sunny Days
7 ⛅️
Cloudy
11 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Istanbul has OK weather in February.

Average temperature in Istanbul in February

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Istanbul for February based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +66°F during the day to a minimum of +32°F during the night, the temperature in February averages around +50°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 21% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +46°F to +54°F.

Is Istanbul warm or cold in February?

Istanbul is typically chill in February.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +48°F to +48°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +41°F to +39°F.

Pack a jumper and a jacket as there will be cooler temperatures.

February is one of the coolest months in Istanbul, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Istanbul in February

Water in Istanbul in February is Cold. It varies from +43°F to +49°F, with an average of +46°F. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +48°F.

The water temperature in February is one of the coldest of the entire year:

The warmest water temperatures in Istanbul are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +77°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +46°F.

Can you swim in Istanbul in February?

We would not recommend swimming in Istanbul in February, the water is very cold (+46°F on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
🦭
Cold
Below +61°F
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
61°F - 70°F
🏊
Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
🔥
Very warm
+82°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.

Climate in Istanbul in February

Istanbul weather looks like this, on average, in February and the surrounding months.
JanuaryFebruaryMarch
Avg. temperature
+48°F+48°F+52°F
Min. temperature
+18°F+23°F+25°F
Max. temperature
+66°F+73°F+77°F
Rainfall
65 mm50 mm54 mm
Wind
4 m/s4 m/s4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+47°F+46°F+47°F
Humidity
76%75%73%
Air pressure
1018 HPa1018 HPa1016 HPa
Sunny days
679
Cloudy days
978
Rainy days
131112
Snowy days
231

February weather is still as ok as in January. The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +48°F for average maximum temperature during the day. As February arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 65 mm to 50 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 76% to 75%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during February, staying around 4 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in February, from 6 to 7.

But maybe it is worth considering traveling in March as the weather gets better.

Wind

Wind speed in Istanbul in February based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 5 m/s getting up to 11 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Istanbul is gradually increasing during February, going from 4 m/s to 7 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during February in Istanbul based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 32% chance of rain on an average day in February, with total rainfall of approximately 33 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 8 mm, which is considered light rain. On average, there are about 9 rainy days during February, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how February is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Istanbul wettest month is December, where a typical day has a 45% chance of precipitation and 81 mm of rainfall per day. August, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 16% chance of precipitation and 14 mm of rainfall per day.

Snow

Amount of snow in mm during February in Istanbul based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 4% chance of snow on an average day in February, with a total monthly snowfall of approximately 12 mm.

February is one of the snowiest months in Istanbul.

Here’s how February is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:

How was the weather last February in Istanbul?

This is the weather in Istanbul in February 2023:
1 February
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+46°F
2 February
☀️
+50°F
3 February
☁️
+46°F
4 February
🌧️
+43°F
5 February
🌧️
+41°F
6 February
🌧️
+40°F
7 February
🌨️
+36°F
8 February
🌧️
+38°F
9 February
🌧️
+42°F
10 February
☁️
+43°F
11 February
☁️
+44°F
12 February
☀️
+45°F
13 February
☀️
+46°F
14 February
☀️
+46°F
15 February
🌧️
+45°F
16 February
☀️
+47°F
17 February
☀️
+53°F
18 February
☀️
+57°F
19 February
☀️
+61°F
20 February
☀️
+57°F
21 February
☀️
+58°F
22 February
☀️
+59°F
23 February
☀️
+58°F
24 February
☀️
+54°F
25 February
☀️
+62°F
26 February
☀️
+63°F
27 February
☀️
+66°F
28 February
🌧️
+54°F
In February 2023 Istanbul had 16 sunny days, 4 cloudy days, and 7 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +50°F, with an absolute maximum of +66°F and a minimum of +36°F. The average humidity was 73%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 39%. The average wind speed was 5 m/s, with a maximum of 17 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Istanbul climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Istanbul in February has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1997 (+61°F) and the highest in 2019 (+68°F). The driest year was 1984 with only 361 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2010 with 859 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Istanbul in February:

Is February a good time to visit Istanbul?

It’s always a good time to visit Istanbul, but the weather is changeable in February, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Istanbul in February?

Not really, February is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.

Can you swim in Istanbul in February?

Swimming in Istanbul in February is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.

Is Istanbul rainy in February?

Istanbul is often rainy in February. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Istanbul in February?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Istanbul in February, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in Turkey

Check out the weather for other cities in Turkey.

Monthly weather in Istanbul

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Istanbul, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.