🇺🇸 Los Angeles vs 🇹🇷 Istanbul

Weather Comparison

Current Weather Right Now

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Los Angeles

clear sky

65°F

Clear Sky

Feels like 63°F

H 67°F / L 61°F

Humidity: 39%

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Istanbul

clear sky

55°F

Clear Sky

Feels like 54°F

H 55°F / L 55°F

Humidity: 82%

Climate Overview

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Los Angeles

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

Best monthsMarch, April, May, October, November
AvoidJanuary–February (rainy season), August (hot inland, gloomy coast)
Annual rain14 inches (356 mm)

Los Angeles has one of the most consistent climates on Earth. Coastal areas stay mild year-round; inland valleys can be dramatically hotter in summer and colder on winter nights. The infamous June Gloom socks coastal areas in marine layer fog May–July until midday.

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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🇺🇸 Los Angeles🇹🇷 Istanbul
Spring

60–74°F

March–May

46–68°F

March–May

Summer

68–88°F

June–September

72–86°F

June–August

Fall

62–79°F

October–November

57–77°F

September–November

Winter

55–68°F

December–February

38–48°F

December–February

Los Angeles vs Istanbul: Frequently Asked Questions

Does Los Angeles or Istanbul have better weather?

Los Angeles and Istanbul have very different climates. Mediterranean — warm dry summers, mild wet winters, abundant sunshine 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 Los Angeles vs Istanbul?

Best time for Los Angeles: March, April, May, October, November. Best time for Istanbul: April, May, September, October.

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