Best time to visit Istanbul in October
October is not among the best months to visit Istanbul (rank 6 of 12, score 88/100). The best months are August, July, September.
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Is October the best time to visit Istanbul?
Out of 12 months ranked by travel comfort, October places #6 with a score of 88/100. The recommended months are August, July, September.
Why this score — the breakdown
| Factor | Score | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature comfort | 100/100 | inside the ideal 16–25°C comfort band |
| Rain | 72.9/100 | moderate rainfall (44.1 mm over ~14 rainy days) |
| Sunshine | 86/100 | very sunny (8.6 h/day) |
Overall score blends temperature (45%), rainfall (35%), and sunshine (20%). High 20.8°C / low 13.8°C, 44.1 mm rain, 8.6 h sun/day (2020–2024 data).
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