Best time to visit Istanbul in December
December is not among the best months to visit Istanbul (rank 10 of 12, score 61/100). The best months are August, July, September.
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Is December the best time to visit Istanbul?
Out of 12 months ranked by travel comfort, December places #10 with a score of 61/100. The recommended months are August, July, September.
Why this score — the breakdown
| Factor | Score | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature comfort | 69/100 | 12.7°C high is below the ideal 16–25°C comfort band |
| Rain | 55/100 | moderate rainfall (80.4 mm over ~18 rainy days) |
| Sunshine | 54/100 | fairly sunny (5.4 h/day) |
Overall score blends temperature (45%), rainfall (35%), and sunshine (20%). High 12.7°C / low 7.4°C, 80.4 mm rain, 5.4 h sun/day (2020–2024 data).
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