February weather forecast
Istanbul, Turkey

Ships along the coast of the city port of Istanbul, Turkey
Ships along the coast of the city port of Istanbul, Turkey

Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Istanbul, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 6°C (42.8°F) and 9.7°C (49.5°F).

Temperature

In Istanbul, Turkey, the average high-temperature in February is relatively the same as in January - a still chilly 9.7°C (49.5°F). In Istanbul, the average low-temperature is 6°C (42.8°F).

Humidity

The most humid month is February, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Istanbul, Turkey, during 12.4 rainfall days, 37mm (1.46") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Istanbul, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.7 days and collects up to 400mm (15.75") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Istanbul are January through March and December. In Istanbul, in February, during 2 snowfall days, 15mm (0.59") of snow is typically accumulated. In Istanbul, Turkey, during the entire year, snow falls for 7.1 days and aggregates up to 49mm (1.93") of snow.

Sea temperature

With an average sea temperature of 7.8°C (46°F), February is the month with the coldest seawater.
Note: Swimming in 7.8°C (46°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day in Istanbul is 10h and 39min.
On the first day of February in Istanbul, sunrise is at 08:14 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:40 and sunset at 18:53 +03.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in February transform into the following instructions:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in February in Istanbul?

The average high-temperature, in February, in Istanbul, is 9.7°C (49.5°F), while the average low-temperature is 6°C (42.8°F).

What is the most humid month in Istanbul?

February is the most humid month in Istanbul, Turkey, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in February in Istanbul?

The average relative humidity in February is 78%.

How much does it rain in Istanbul in February?

In Istanbul, Turkey, in February, during 12.4 rainfall days, 37mm (1.46") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in February in Istanbul?

In Istanbul, in February, during 2 snowfall days, 15mm (0.59") of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the coldest sea water in Istanbul?

The month with the coldest seawater in Istanbul, Turkey, is February, with an average sea temperature of 7.8°C (46°F).

What is the sea water temperature in February in Istanbul?

In Istanbul, Turkey, the average seawater temperature in February is 7.8°C (46°F). Swimming in 7.8°C (46°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

What is the average length of the day in February in Istanbul?

In February, the average day length in Istanbul, Turkey, is 10h and 39min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February in Istanbul?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:14 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:40 and sunset at 18:53 +03.

How long on average sun shines in February in Istanbul?

In February, the average sunshine duration in Istanbul, Turkey, is 6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Istanbul?

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Istanbul.

What is the UV index intensity in February in Istanbul?

The average daily maximum UV index in February in Istanbul, Turkey, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
Istanbul, Turkey

Average temperature in February - Istanbul, Turkey
  • Average high temperature in February: 9.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (27.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (8.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in February: 6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (23.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.3°C).

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Average pressure in February
Istanbul, Turkey

Average pressure in February - Istanbul, Turkey
  • Average pressure in February: 1017.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1019.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1011.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in February
Istanbul, Turkey

Average wind speed in February - Istanbul, Turkey
  • Average wind speed in February: 19km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (20.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (14km/h).

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Average humidity in February
Istanbul, Turkey

Average humidity in February - Istanbul, Turkey
  • Average humidity in February: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (67%).

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Average rainfall in February
Istanbul, Turkey

Average rainfall in February - Istanbul, Turkey
  • Average rainfall in February: 37mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (52mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (11mm).

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Average rainfall days in February
Istanbul, Turkey

Average rainfall days in February - Istanbul, Turkey
  • Average rainfall days in February: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3.8 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Istanbul, Turkey

Average snowfall in February - Istanbul, Turkey
  • Average snowfall in February: 15mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (24mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in February
Istanbul, Turkey

Average snowfall days in February - Istanbul, Turkey
  • Average snowfall days in February: 2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in February
Istanbul, Turkey

Average sea temperature in February - Istanbul, Turkey
  • Average sea temperature in February: 7.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (24.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (7.8°C).

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Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Istanbul, Turkey

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Istanbul, Turkey
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Istanbul, Turkey

Average sunshine days in February - Istanbul, Turkey
  • Average sunshine days in February: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.6 days).

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Average UV index in February
Istanbul, Turkey

Average UV index in February - Istanbul, Turkey
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in February
Istanbul, Turkey

Average cloud cover in February - Istanbul, Turkey
  • Average cloud cover in February: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 12).

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Average visibility in February
Istanbul, Turkey

Average visibility in February - Istanbul, Turkey
  • Average visibility in February: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (9km).

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