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Istanbul in May

In May, Istanbul is excellent for travel (go score 87/100).

Go score
87 Excellent
Average high
22°
Sea temperature
16°
Tourist density
Very busy
Is it a good time to go?

Excellent

In May, Istanbul is excellent for travel (go score 87/100). #5 of 12 months.

Tourist densityVery busy
Average high22°C (71°F)+5° vs. April
Average low12°C (54°F)
Sea temperature16°C (61°F)cold
Rain days8 days37 mm
Sunshine per day9.8 h68%
Daylight14.5 h
Humidity75%
Wind9 km/h
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Frequently asked questions

Tourist density: Istanbul — May

In May: Very busy.

What is the weather like in Istanbul in May?

In May, Istanbul averages a high of 22°C (71°F) and a low of 12°C (54°F), with 37 mm of rain on about 8 days.

Is it a good time to go?

In May, Istanbul is excellent for travel (go score 87/100).

Istanbul: sea water temperature

In May: 16°C (61°F) — cold.

WorldClim 2.1 · CRU CL 2.0 · NOAA OISST · Nager.Date

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