🇹🇷 Istanbul vs 🇮🇹 Rome

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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Rome

clear sky

65°F

Clear Sky

Feels like 63°F

H 66°F / L 60°F

Humidity: 36%

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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Rome

Mediterranean — hot dry summers, mild wet winters, abundant sunshine

Best monthsApril, May, October
AvoidJuly, August (extreme heat and crowds)
Annual rain29 inches (740 mm) — mostly October–March

Rome's climate is quintessentially Mediterranean. Summers are hot and dry with intense sun. Winters are mild and occasionally rainy. Spring and fall are extraordinary for sightseeing.

Seasonal Comparison

Season🇹🇷 Istanbul🇮🇹 Rome
Spring

46–68°F

March–May

52–73°F

March–May

Summer

72–86°F

June–August

75–91°F

June–August

Fall

57–77°F

September–November

60–79°F

September–November

Winter

38–48°F

December–February

42–54°F

December–February

Istanbul vs Rome: Frequently Asked Questions

Does Istanbul or Rome have better weather?

Istanbul and Rome have very different climates. Mediterranean-influenced humid subtropical — warm summers, cool wet winters Rome: Mediterranean — hot dry summers, mild wet winters, abundant sunshine. The best city depends on your preferred season and temperature range.

When is the best time to visit Istanbul vs Rome?

Best time for Istanbul: April, May, September, October. Best time for Rome: April, May, October.

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