March 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 March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Istanbul, Turkey, with temperature in the range of an average low of 7.4°C (45.3°F) and an average high of 11.8°C (53.2°F).

Temperature

In Istanbul, the average high-temperature in March is essentially the same as in February - a fresh 11.8°C (53.2°F). The average low-temperature, in Istanbul, is 7.4°C (45.3°F).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Istanbul is 74%.

Rainfall

In Istanbul, Turkey, during 14.3 rainfall days, 38mm (1.5") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Istanbul, Turkey, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.7 days and collects up to 400mm (15.75") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, Istanbul aggregates 3mm (0.12") of snow. In Istanbul, during the entire year, snow falls for 7.1 days and aggregates up to 49mm (1.93") of snow.

Sea temperature

In Istanbul, the average seawater temperature in March is 8.3°C (46.9°F).
Note: Swimming in 8.3°C (46.9°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:38 and sunset at 18:54. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 19:27 +03.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 7h.

UV index

In Istanbul, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 4 in March interpret into the following advice:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. 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 March in Istanbul?

In Istanbul, in March, the average high-temperature is 11.8°C (53.2°F), and the average low-temperature is 7.4°C (45.3°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Istanbul?

The average relative humidity in March in Istanbul, Turkey, is 74%.

How much does it rain in Istanbul in March?

In Istanbul, Turkey, in March, during 14.3 rainfall days, 38mm (1.5") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Istanbul?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in March, Istanbul aggregates 3mm (0.12") of snow.

How cold is the water in March in Istanbul?

In Istanbul, Turkey, in March, the average water temperature is 8.3°C (46.9°F). Swimming in 8.3°C (46.9°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

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

The average day length in March in Istanbul is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Istanbul?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:38 and sunset at 18:54. On the last day of the month, in Istanbul, Turkey, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 19:27 +03.

How many hours of sunshine does Istanbul have in March?

In Istanbul, Turkey, the average sunshine duration in March is 7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Istanbul?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Istanbul is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Istanbul, Turkey

Average temperature in March - Istanbul, Turkey
  • Average high temperature in March: 11.8°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 March: 7.4°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 March
Istanbul, Turkey

Average pressure in March - Istanbul, Turkey
  • Average pressure in March: 1016.2mbar

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 March
Istanbul, Turkey

Average wind speed in March - Istanbul, Turkey
  • Average wind speed in March: 17km/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 March
Istanbul, Turkey

Average humidity in March - Istanbul, Turkey
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

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 March
Istanbul, Turkey

Average rainfall in March - Istanbul, Turkey
  • Average rainfall in March: 38mm

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 March
Istanbul, Turkey

Average rainfall days in March - Istanbul, Turkey
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.3 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 March
Istanbul, Turkey

Average snowfall in March - Istanbul, Turkey
  • Average snowfall in March: 3mm

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 March
Istanbul, Turkey

Average snowfall days in March - Istanbul, Turkey
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.5 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 March
Istanbul, Turkey

Average sea temperature in March - Istanbul, Turkey
  • Average sea temperature in March: 8.3°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 March /
Average sunshine in March
Istanbul, Turkey

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Istanbul, Turkey
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 58min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 5min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 17min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h 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 March
Istanbul, Turkey

Average sunshine days in March - Istanbul, Turkey
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.5 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 March
Istanbul, Turkey

Average UV index in March - Istanbul, Turkey
  • Average UV index in March: 4

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 March
Istanbul, Turkey

Average cloud cover in March - Istanbul, Turkey
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

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 March
Istanbul, Turkey

Average visibility in March - Istanbul, Turkey
  • Average visibility in March: 10km

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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