At a glance
| Metric | Athens | Istanbul |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month high | 34°C | 29°C |
| Coldest month low | 6°C | 4°C |
| Annual rainfall | 535 mm | 724 mm |
| Avg sunshine | 10.4 h/day | 9.4 h/day |
| Best months | April–May & September–November | May–October |
Travel score, month by month
| Month | Athens | Istanbul | Better weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6.2 · Fair | 2.9 · Challenging | Athens |
| February | 7.3 · Good | 4.7 · Poor | Athens |
| March | 8.6 · Excellent | 5.5 · Fair | Athens |
| April | 10.0 · Excellent | 8.7 · Excellent | Athens |
| May | 10.0 · Excellent | 9.6 · Excellent | Athens |
| June | 7.8 · Good | 9.9 · Excellent | Istanbul |
| July | 5.7 · Fair | 9.1 · Excellent | Istanbul |
| August | 5.8 · Fair | 9.1 · Excellent | Istanbul |
| September | 9.6 · Excellent | 9.9 · Excellent | Istanbul |
| October | 10.0 · Excellent | 9.8 · Excellent | Athens |
| November | 9.5 · Excellent | 8.1 · Good | Athens |
| December | 7.0 · Good | 4.5 · Poor | Athens |
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Frequently asked questions
Which has better weather, Athens or Istanbul?
Athens has the better travel weather in 8 of 12 months, versus 4 for Istanbul — based on temperature, rainfall and sunshine.
When is the best time to visit Athens?
The best months to visit Athens are April–May & September–November, based on six years of climate data.
When is the best time to visit Istanbul?
The best months to visit Istanbul are May–October, based on six years of climate data.
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