Best time to visit Istanbul in March
March is not among the best months to visit Istanbul (rank 11 of 12, score 60/100). The best months are August, July, September.
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Is March the best time to visit Istanbul?
Out of 12 months ranked by travel comfort, March places #11 with a score of 60/100. The recommended months are August, July, September.
Why this score — the breakdown
| Factor | Score | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature comfort | 60/100 | 11.7°C high is below the ideal 16–25°C comfort band |
| Rain | 52.7/100 | moderate rainfall (83.4 mm over ~19 rainy days) |
| Sunshine | 72/100 | fairly sunny (7.2 h/day) |
Overall score blends temperature (45%), rainfall (35%), and sunshine (20%). High 11.7°C / low 4.7°C, 83.4 mm rain, 7.2 h sun/day (2020–2024 data).
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