🇨🇴 Bogotá vs 🇹🇷 Istanbul

Weather Comparison

Current Weather Right Now

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Bogotá

overcast clouds

57°F

Overcast Clouds

Feels like 56°F

H 57°F / L 56°F

Humidity: 82%

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Istanbul

clear sky

53°F

Clear Sky

Feels like 50°F

H 53°F / L 53°F

Humidity: 50%

Climate Overview

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Bogotá

Subtropical highland — mild and cloudy year-round, two rainy seasons

Best monthsDecember, January, July, August
AvoidApril, May, October, November (heavy rains)
Annual rain35 inches (886 mm)

Bogotá sits at 8,660 feet (2,640m) above sea level — the world's third highest capital city. Its altitude creates mild, spring-like temperatures year-round (55–65°F). The major challenge is altitude sickness on arrival and two rainy seasons.

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Istanbul

Mediterranean-influenced humid subtropical — warm summers, cool wet winters

Best monthsApril, May, September, October
AvoidDecember, January (cold and rainy), July, August (peak crowds and heat)
Annual rain29 inches (744 mm)

Istanbul straddles two continents with a climate to match. The Bosphorus creates a persistent wind corridor that moderates summer heat. Winters are cold and rainy with occasional snow. Spring and fall are exceptional.

Seasonal Comparison

Season🇨🇴 Bogotá🇹🇷 Istanbul
Spring

46–68°F

March–May

Summer

72–86°F

June–August

Fall

57–77°F

September–November

Winter

38–48°F

December–February

Bogotá vs Istanbul: Frequently Asked Questions

Does Bogotá or Istanbul have better weather?

Bogotá and Istanbul have very different climates. Subtropical highland — mild and cloudy year-round, two rainy seasons Istanbul: Mediterranean-influenced humid subtropical — warm summers, cool wet winters. The best city depends on your preferred season and temperature range.

When is the best time to visit Bogotá vs Istanbul?

Best time for Bogotá: December, January, July, August. Best time for Istanbul: April, May, September, October.

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