{"id":1026,"date":"2024-10-01T14:33:42","date_gmt":"2024-10-01T14:33:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ilinkturkey.com\/blog\/?p=1026"},"modified":"2024-10-24T14:51:10","modified_gmt":"2024-10-24T14:51:10","slug":"december-weather-in-istanbul-turkey-what-to-expect","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ilinkturkey.com\/blog\/december-weather-in-istanbul-turkey-what-to-expect\/","title":{"rendered":"December Weather in Turkey Istanbul: What to Expect"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The weather in December is one of the best times of the year for traveling all around the globe, apart from summer. It&#8217;s one of those times of the year when you are likely to run into fewer tourists in Istanbul\u2019s sprawled streets compared to the crowds one can normally see in summer. Typically, Istanbul is known for its warm, beautiful summer weather. However, there&#8217;s a unique beauty to exploring Istanbul when the leaves are covered in snow and there are countless stalls selling steaming hot Turkish tea. As you wander the snow-duster streets, you truly get to enjoy the delight that is <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">December weather in Istanbul, Turkey. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the cold month of December in Istanbul, you&#8217;re likely to see a wonderful blend of cultural festivities and winter weather that creates an amazing and cozy atmosphere for travelers. With the inclusion of Istanbul\u2019s landmarks and wonderful bustling life in the city both on the east and west of the Bosphorus, the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">December weather in Istanbul, Turkey, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">can have a wonderful effect in enhancing one\u2019s Istanbul traveling experience. For those thinking of traveling to Istanbul right on the cusp of December, we\u2019ve made this guide to help them understand and know what to expect on their trip to Istanbul in December.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Overview_of_December_Weather_in_Turkey_Istanbul\"><\/span><b>Overview of December Weather in Turkey Istanbul<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_63 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: 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href=\"https:\/\/www.ilinkturkey.com\/blog\/december-weather-in-istanbul-turkey-what-to-expect\/#Overview_of_December_Weather_in_Turkey_Istanbul\" title=\"Overview of December Weather in Turkey Istanbul\">Overview of December Weather in Turkey Istanbul<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ilinkturkey.com\/blog\/december-weather-in-istanbul-turkey-what-to-expect\/#Average_Temperature_in_December_Weather_in_Istanbul_Turkey\" title=\"Average Temperature in December Weather in Istanbul, Turkey\">Average Temperature in December Weather in Istanbul, Turkey<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ilinkturkey.com\/blog\/december-weather-in-istanbul-turkey-what-to-expect\/#Best_Activities_to_Try_in_December_Weather_in_Istanbul_Turkey\" title=\"Best Activities to Try in December Weather in Istanbul, Turkey\">Best Activities to Try in December Weather in Istanbul, Turkey<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ilinkturkey.com\/blog\/december-weather-in-istanbul-turkey-what-to-expect\/#Tips_for_Traveling_in_December_in_Istanbul\" title=\"Tips for Traveling in December in Istanbul\">Tips for Traveling in December in Istanbul<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ilinkturkey.com\/blog\/december-weather-in-istanbul-turkey-what-to-expect\/#Dress_Appropriately\" title=\"Dress Appropriately\">Dress Appropriately<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ilinkturkey.com\/blog\/december-weather-in-istanbul-turkey-what-to-expect\/#Visit_Indoor_Destinations_As_Much_As_Possible\" title=\"Visit Indoor Destinations As Much As Possible\u00a0\">Visit Indoor Destinations As Much As Possible\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ilinkturkey.com\/blog\/december-weather-in-istanbul-turkey-what-to-expect\/#Visit_Turkish_Teahouses_to_Keep_Yourself_Warm_in_the_Cold_Weather\" title=\"Visit Turkish Teahouses to Keep Yourself Warm in the Cold Weather\">Visit Turkish Teahouses to Keep Yourself Warm in the Cold Weather<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ilinkturkey.com\/blog\/december-weather-in-istanbul-turkey-what-to-expect\/#December_Weather_in_Istanbul_Turkey_A_Wonderful_Time_to_Discover_the_Citys_Various_Charms\" title=\"December Weather in Istanbul, Turkey: A Wonderful Time to Discover the City\u2019s Various Charms\">December Weather in Istanbul, Turkey: A Wonderful Time to Discover the City\u2019s Various Charms<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1027\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ilinkturkey.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/hulki-okan-tabak-CE80geljURk-unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"Photo by &lt;a href=&quot;https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@hulkiokantabak?utm_content=creditCopyText&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=unsplash&quot;&gt;Hulki Okan Tabak&lt;\/a&gt; on &lt;a href=&quot;https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/red-and-blue-lighted-bridge-during-night-CE80geljURk?utm_content=creditCopyText&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=unsplash&quot;&gt;Unsplash&lt;\/a&gt; \" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ilinkturkey.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/hulki-okan-tabak-CE80geljURk-unsplash.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.ilinkturkey.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/hulki-okan-tabak-CE80geljURk-unsplash-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">December in Istanbul, Turkey, is a magical time of the year when you&#8217;ll likely see the city\u2019s full winter beauty. It offers a chance to see the festiveness in its streets and experience some peaceful times compared to its usual bustling environment one can normally see in the summer. Here are some typical weather conditions in Istanbul you\u2019re likely to run into in December:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Rainfall<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: The <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">December weather in Istanbul, Turkey, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">is one of the rainiest times of the year where you&#8217;ll find overcast weather with light showers typically for around half a month. For those traveling at that time of the year in Istanbul, bringing a raincoat should be one of your top priorities.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Daylight Hours:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Daylight hours in December are one of the shortest of the year, with just up to 8 hours of sunlight, with rainy weather and foggy conditions more frequent.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Light Snow: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another common weather condition in Istanbul during December is relatively light snow. The city doesn&#8217;t receive much snowfall compared to others in Turkey, but it still gets a decent amount towards the end of the month.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5><strong>Check Out: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ilinkturkey.com\/packages\/istanbul-tour-3-days\">Istanbul Tour (3 Days)<\/a><\/strong><\/h5>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Average_Temperature_in_December_Weather_in_Istanbul_Turkey\"><\/span><b>Average Temperature in <\/b><b>December Weather in Istanbul, Turkey<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1029\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ilinkturkey.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/anna-berdnik-0n0AHB1fgTQ-unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"Photo by &lt;a href=&quot;https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@berdnika?utm_content=creditCopyText&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=unsplash&quot;&gt;Anna Berdnik&lt;\/a&gt; on &lt;a href=&quot;https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/aerial-view-of-buildings-and-flying-birds-0n0AHB1fgTQ?utm_content=creditCopyText&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=unsplash&quot;&gt;Unsplash&lt;\/a&gt; \" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ilinkturkey.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/anna-berdnik-0n0AHB1fgTQ-unsplash.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.ilinkturkey.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/anna-berdnik-0n0AHB1fgTQ-unsplash-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The average temperature in Istanbul is relatively cold, going as high as 11 C, and can go as low as 6 C. It still is somewhat warm as compared to January, which is considered its coldest month. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weather can remain cold at night, close to nearly freezing.\u00a0 However, during the day the temperature can go up 13 C, making exploring the city in normal to cold weather clothes a possibility.<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><strong>Check Out: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ilinkturkey.com\/packages\/istanbul-tour-4-days\">Istanbul Tour (4 Days)<\/a><\/strong><\/h5>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Activities_to_Try_in_December_Weather_in_Istanbul_Turkey\"><\/span><b>Best Activities to Try in<\/b><b> December Weather in Istanbul, Turkey<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1030\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ilinkturkey.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/zeki-okur-tIiBzuoo7bQ-unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"Photo by &lt;a href=&quot;https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@zekiokur?utm_content=creditCopyText&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=unsplash&quot;&gt;Zeki Okur&lt;\/a&gt; on &lt;a href=&quot;https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/a-cup-of-tea-on-a-plate-on-a-table-tIiBzuoo7bQ?utm_content=creditCopyText&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=unsplash&quot;&gt;Unsplash&lt;\/a&gt; \" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ilinkturkey.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/zeki-okur-tIiBzuoo7bQ-unsplash.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.ilinkturkey.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/zeki-okur-tIiBzuoo7bQ-unsplash-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The cold weather in Istanbul, Turkey, presents an excellent opportunity to take a long tour of the city\u2019s historical landmarks and dive into its many cultural havens. Being Istanbul&#8217;s tourist off-season, it doesn&#8217;t have much tourist traffic, making it possible to take long and relaxing trips to many of Istanbul\u2019s cultural havens and historical landmarks. Here are some of the best activities in the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">December weather in Istanbul:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drink Traditional Turkish Tea in the December cold<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Board a Bosphorus Cruise on New Year&#8217;s Eve<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visit the Whirling Dervishes Performance<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Go to the Operas and Concerts in December in Istanbul<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spend some time at the Istanbul Winter Festival<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5><strong>Check Out: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ilinkturkey.com\/packages\/istanbul-tour-5-days\">Istanbul Tour (5 Days)<\/a><\/strong><\/h5>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips_for_Traveling_in_December_in_Istanbul\"><\/span><b>Tips for Traveling in <\/b><b>December in Istanbul<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1031\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ilinkturkey.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/randy-tarampi-a5KMylND9Bo-unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"Photo by &lt;a href=&quot;https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@randytarampi?utm_content=creditCopyText&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=unsplash&quot;&gt;Randy Tarampi&lt;\/a&gt; on &lt;a href=&quot;https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/photo-of-people-near-tram-train-a5KMylND9Bo?utm_content=creditCopyText&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=unsplash&quot;&gt;Unsplash&lt;\/a&gt; \" width=\"640\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ilinkturkey.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/randy-tarampi-a5KMylND9Bo-unsplash.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.ilinkturkey.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/randy-tarampi-a5KMylND9Bo-unsplash-300x188.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">December in Istanbul is one of the wettest and coldest times of the year. So, you\u2019re likely to have to wear a sweater and gloves while out in the streets, especially near the water. While out visiting its landmarks in December, it\u2019s important to take some precautions and know some tips while traveling, which are mentioned below:<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dress_Appropriately\"><\/span><b>Dress Appropriately<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While traveling in the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">December weather in Istanbul, Turkey,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> the weather can go as high as 13 C and as low as 6 C so bringing sweaters, scarves, thermal tops, and gloves is a must if you\u2019re near the water in the streets. Another tip to keep in mind is that December is Istanbul\u2019s wettest month, so keeping a raincoat in your luggage can do wonders in the weather.<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><strong>Check Out: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ilinkturkey.com\/packages\/istanbul-bursa-package-4-days\">Istanbul &amp; Bursa Package (4 Days)<\/a><\/strong><\/h5>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Visit_Indoor_Destinations_As_Much_As_Possible\"><\/span><b>Visit Indoor Destinations As Much As Possible\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rain is more frequent in December in Istanbul. So, visiting indoor attractions such as the Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, and other various attractions is one of the best things one can do to avoid getting pelted by rain.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Visit_Turkish_Teahouses_to_Keep_Yourself_Warm_in_the_Cold_Weather\"><\/span><b>Visit Turkish Teahouses to Keep Yourself Warm in the Cold Weather<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another wonderful tip is to keep visiting Turkish tea houses for the Kahvas or Tea or drink it from local street vendors. This presents an opportunity to keep yourself warm in the cold weather and also explore the local tea culture of Istanbul.<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><strong>Check Out: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ilinkturkey.com\/packages\/istanbul-and-izmir-5-days\">Istanbul and Izmir Tour (5 Days)<\/a><\/strong><\/h5>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"December_Weather_in_Istanbul_Turkey_A_Wonderful_Time_to_Discover_the_Citys_Various_Charms\"><\/span><b>December Weather in Istanbul, Turkey<\/b><b>: A Wonderful Time to Discover the City\u2019s Various Charms<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Traveling in December in Istanbul is one of the best journeys one can embark on in Turkey&#8217;s Most Vibrant City. It is one of the best times in the year to explore the city&#8217;s natural beauty and historical landmarks with little to no tourist distractions to get a more personal and serene experience of the city\u2019s attractions. Whether you\u2019re drinking delicious and warming Turkish Tea in Istanbul\u2019s tea houses or visiting various festivals and events in the cold weather, you\u2019re unlikely to have a more beautiful and fantastic time visiting the city\u2019s attractions any other time than in December.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So are you ready to embark on a wonderful journey to Turkey&#8217;s Cultural Capital, where you\u2019ll experience wonderful cultures, and rich culinary delicacies, all with pre-booked accommodations, and guided tours? iLinkTurkey offers a diverse range of guided tour packages for <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ilinkturkey.com\/destinations\/country\/turkey\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">destinations in Turkey.<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Head over to our packages and book one of our<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ilinkturkey.com\/packages\/locations\/turkey\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> top-rated Turkey packages<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> now.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The weather in December is one of the best times of the year for traveling all around the globe, apart from summer. It&#8217;s one of those times of the year when you are likely to run into fewer tourists in Istanbul\u2019s sprawled streets compared to the crowds one can normally see in summer. 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