Best time to visit Istanbul in January
January is not among the best months to visit Istanbul (rank 12 of 12, score 53/100). The best months are August, July, September.
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Is January the best time to visit Istanbul?
Out of 12 months ranked by travel comfort, January places #12 with a score of 53/100. The recommended months are August, July, September.
Why this score — the breakdown
| Factor | Score | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature comfort | 55.5/100 | 9.9°C high is below the ideal 16–25°C comfort band |
| Rain | 46.9/100 | moderate rainfall (97.7 mm over ~19 rainy days) |
| Sunshine | 56/100 | fairly sunny (5.6 h/day) |
Overall score blends temperature (45%), rainfall (35%), and sunshine (20%). High 9.9°C / low 4.3°C, 97.7 mm rain, 5.6 h sun/day (2020–2024 data).
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