🇹🇷 Istanbul vs 🇺🇸 Vancouver

Weather Comparison

Current Weather Right Now

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Istanbul

clear sky

55°F

Clear Sky

Feels like 52°F

H 55°F / L 53°F

Humidity: 51%

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Vancouver

overcast clouds

74°F

Overcast Clouds

Feels like 73°F

H 77°F / L 71°F

Humidity: 41%

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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Vancouver

Vancouver Washington (not Canada) sits across the Columbia River from Portland, sharing its Willamette Valley climate but with some differences from the river position. The Columbia creates a weather boundary and occasional east winds from the Gorge can be extreme. Vancouver benefits from Oregon's outdoor-focused culture while avoiding Oregon's income tax.

Seasonal Comparison

Season🇹🇷 Istanbul🇺🇸 Vancouver
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 Vancouver: Frequently Asked Questions

Does Istanbul or Vancouver have better weather?

Istanbul and Vancouver have very different climates. Mediterranean-influenced humid subtropical — warm summers, cool wet winters Vancouver: Vancouver Washington (not Canada) sits across the Columbia River from Portland, sharing its Willamet. The best city depends on your preferred season and temperature range.

When is the best time to visit Istanbul vs Vancouver?

Best time for Istanbul: April, May, September, October. Best time for Vancouver: spring and fall.

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