What is the current water temperature in Istanbul?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Istanbul?

As of now, in Istanbul, the water temperature is 16.97°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is generally concidered to be cool, and most people won't really enjoy it.

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Water temperature in Istanbul

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Istanbul. The trend over the last two weeks, daily averages, and precise forecast of the water temperature changes. Gain a deeper understanding of seasonal dynamics with monthly statistical analyses covering recent years.

62.5

°F

June 1, 10:15

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

61.8°F

Tomorrow:

62.7°F

Sunrise:

05:35

Sunset:

20:30

Day Length:

14 h. 55 min.

Istanbul in June

Minimum:

47.5°F

Average:

50.9°F

Maximum:

52.9°F

Sea water temperature in Istanbul today

As of now, in Istanbul, the water temperature is 62.5°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is generally concidered to be cool, and most people won't really enjoy it. Today's reading is 2.6°F lower than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a slight increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to rise a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is notably higher than the average recorded over the past two weeks, indicating a significant warming trend. It is also close to the historical minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 68.9°F on 2019, while the historical minimum was 62.3°F on 2020.

latest data

last year

The water temperature over the last two weeks displayed soome variability. While the two week average stayed close to the historical average, there were some days when the temperature was close to the minimum recorded over the past years. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 63.8°F, with minimum temperature starting at 62.7°F, while the maximum might reach 64.7°F.

Daily water temperature in Istanbul

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
May 18	57.0°F	58.7°F	60.4°F
May 19	56.1°F	59.5°F	60.8°F
May 20	58.4°F	59.8°F	61.1°F
May 21	59.3°F	59.5°F	61.3°F
May 22	60.9°F	59.6°F	61.5°F
May 23	62.0°F	60.1°F	61.6°F
May 24	62.4°F	61.0°F	61.9°F
May 25	62.0°F	60.6°F	62.1°F
May 26	62.1°F	62.4°F	62.7°F
May 27	60.0°F	62.2°F	62.8°F
May 28	59.8°F	63.2°F	63.3°F
May 29	60.7°F	62.5°F	63.4°F
May 30	61.2°F	62.9°F	63.5°F
May 31	61.8°F	64.6°F	64.3°F
Jun 1	62.5°F	64.8°F	65.1°F
Jun 2	62.7°F	65.2°F	65.3°F
Jun 3	63.1°F	67.5°F	65.7°F
Jun 4	63.5°F	67.7°F	66.1°F
Jun 5	63.8°F	69.5°F	66.4°F
Jun 6	64.1°F	69.9°F	66.7°F
Jun 7	64.5°F	71.3°F	67.1°F
Jun 8	64.7°F	70.5°F	67.3°F

* actual - actual temperature values

** forecast - projected values for the next week

Real-time coastal temperatures could deviate by several degrees from the provided readings. These deviations often become evident following intense rainfall or strong winds.

Our forecasting methodology leverages a mathematical model, that uses current water and weather conditions, historical records, wind intensity and direction.

Sea water temperature in Istanbul by month

In Istanbul, the months July through September offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 80 swimming days.

The warmest water in Istanbul was recorded on August 1, 2018, reaching a 79.6°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 21, 2017, dipping to 42.7°F. The average readings by season are 50.4°F in Winter, 53.3°F in Spring, 73.4°F in Summer, and 67.1°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Üsküdar	61.7°F	3mi
Esenler	62.7°F	4mi
Bahçelievler	62.7°F	5mi
Bağcılar	62.7°F	5mi
Sultangazi	63.4°F	8mi
Umraniye	61.2°F	9mi
Maltepe	66.6°F	12mi
Yalova	68.8°F	30mi
Bursa	68.4°F	57mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Istanbul