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Weather in Istanbul for December 2024
Your guide to Istanbul weather in December - trends and predictions
In general, the average temperature in Istanbul at the beginning of December is 14.3 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately fall, reaching an average of 12.9 °C by the end of December.
Istanbul sees moderate rainfall in December, averaging 10 rainy days.
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21
Dry days
10
Rainy days
0
Snow days
12°/9°
Temperatures
22 km/h
Avg max wind
74 %
Avg humidity
Istanbul in December average weather
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| Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
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| 1  17° | ||||||
| 2 17° | 3  17° | 4  12° | 5 12° | 6  12° | 7 13° | 8 9° |
| 9 8° | 10 10° | 11 11° | 12 11° | 13  12° | 14  15° | 15 15° |
| 16 10° | 17 8° | 18 10° | 19 12° | 20 12° | 21 12° | 22 13° |
| 23 12° | 24 12° | 25  13° | 26 12° | 27 13° | 28 12° | 29 13° |
| 30 13° | 31 14° |
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Temperatures trend during December in Istanbul
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December weather day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Dec. | Sunny | 17° /13° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| 2 Dec. | Sunny | 17° /15° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| 3 Dec. | Overcast | 17° /15° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| 4 Dec. | Light rain shower | 12° /9° | 5.2 mm | 3 | |
| 5 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 12° /9° | 0.1 mm | 3 | |
| 6 Dec. | Light drizzle | 12° /11° | 5.8 mm | 3 | |
| 7 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 13° /9° | 2.8 mm | 3 | |
| 8 Dec. | Light rain | 9° /7° | 11.9 mm | 2 | |
| 9 Dec. | Light rain | 8° /7° | 19.8 mm | 2 | |
| 10 Dec. | Overcast | 10° /6° | 1.2 mm | 3 | |
| 11 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 11° /9° | 0.1 mm | 3 | |
| 12 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 11° /9° | 0.1 mm | 3 | |
| 13 Dec. | Cloudy | 12° /9° | 0 mm | 3 | |
| 14 Dec. | Partly cloudy | 15° /12° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| 15 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 15° /10° | 0.4 mm | 3 | |
| 16 Dec. | Light rain | 10° /6° | 14.3 mm | 3 | |
| 17 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 8° /6° | 0.6 mm | 2 | |
| 18 Dec. | Sunny | 10° /6° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| 19 Dec. | Sunny | 12° /8° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| 20 Dec. | Sunny | 12° /9° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| 21 Dec. | Light drizzle | 12° /9° | 1.3 mm | 3 | |
| 22 Dec. | Sunny | 13° /7° | 3.3 mm | 4 | |
| 23 Dec. | Sunny | 12° /7° | 0.9 mm | 4 | |
| 24 Dec. | Sunny | 12° /9° | 1 mm | 4 | |
| 25 Dec. | Moderate rain at times | 13° /10° | 1.5 mm | 4 | |
| 26 Dec. | Partly cloudy | 12° /8° | 0.1 mm | 4 | |
| 27 Dec. | Partly cloudy | 13° /9° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| 28 Dec. | Overcast | 12° /9° | 0.6 mm | 4 | |
| 29 Dec. | Partly cloudy | 13° /9° | 0.2 mm | 4 | |
| 30 Dec. | Sunny | 13° /9° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| 31 Dec. | Partly cloudy | 14° /10° | 0 mm | 4 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Istanbul in December is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Istanbul forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Istanbul in December - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Istanbul during December?
During December, expect a variety of temperatures with highs around 12° and lows near 9°, suitable for diverse activities and preferences.
How much rainfall should be expected in Istanbul during December?
Moderate rainfall is anticipated in Istanbul during December, with a total of 78.7 mm spread over approximately 10 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.
What are the typical wind conditions in Istanbul during December?
The average wind speed in Istanbul during December is 22 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
What to pack to Istanbul in December?
As you prepare for your trip to Istanbul in December, it's important to consider the typical weather patterns for the time of year. Below is a carefully tailored packing list to ensure that your time in Istanbul, during December, is comfortable and enjoyable, regardless of the weather conditions.
- Clothing
- Warm Clothing: Sweaters, hoodies, long pants
- Rain Gear: Lightweight, waterproof clothing
- Footwear
- Waterproof Shoes
- Accessories
- Scarves: To protect you from the cold wind
- Gloves/Mittens: Essential for cold weather
- Warm Hats: Warm hats for insulation in cold weather
- Umbrellas/Raincoats: For rainy days
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