🇹🇷 Istanbul vs 🇵🇭 Manila

Weather Comparison

Current Weather Right Now

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Istanbul

clear sky

59°F

Clear Sky

Feels like 56°F

H 59°F / L 59°F

Humidity: 41%

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Manila

few clouds

82°F

Few Clouds

Feels like 87°F

H 82°F / L 81°F

Humidity: 73%

Climate Overview

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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.

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Manila

Tropical monsoon — hot and humid year-round, dramatic typhoon season

Best monthsNovember, December, January, February
AvoidAugust, September, October (peak typhoon season)
Annual rain83 inches (2,100 mm)

Manila is one of the world's most typhoon-prone cities, experiencing an average of 20 typhoons per year in the Philippines (8–9 making direct landfall). The dry season (November–April) is the safest and most comfortable window.

Seasonal Comparison

Season🇹🇷 Istanbul🇵🇭 Manila
Spring

46–68°F

March–May

Summer

72–86°F

June–August

Fall

57–77°F

September–November

Winter

38–48°F

December–February

Istanbul vs Manila: Frequently Asked Questions

Does Istanbul or Manila have better weather?

Istanbul and Manila have very different climates. Mediterranean-influenced humid subtropical — warm summers, cool wet winters Manila: Tropical monsoon — hot and humid year-round, dramatic typhoon season. The best city depends on your preferred season and temperature range.

When is the best time to visit Istanbul vs Manila?

Best time for Istanbul: April, May, September, October. Best time for Manila: November, December, January, February.

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