Istanbul to Experience 9 Days of Rain Starting January 22
Istanbul to See No Sun: Rain Forecast for 9 Days
Rain that started this morning in Istanbul is expected to continue intermittently for the next nine days, according to meteorological services. Temperatures will remain within the seasonal average.
Extended Rain Period
Data from the Turkish Directorate of Meteorology and international forecast models indicate that Istanbul is under the influence of a prolonged low-pressure system starting today.
The rainy period, which began on Thursday, January 22, with a 75% chance of precipitation, is forecast to continue through the weekend and the entire next week. Rain will be particularly intense in the mornings and evenings, with some areas experiencing heavy downpours.
Temperature Forecast
No sharp cold spells are expected. During this nine-day period:
- Daytime temperatures: 7°C – 12°C
- Nighttime temperatures: 5°C – 8°C
Wind Conditions
Winds will be mainly southerly and southeasterly (lodos), of moderate strength, which may increase the intensity of rainfall.
Yellow Weather Alert in Several Provinces
The Directorate of Meteorology has issued a yellow-level weather warning for 15 provinces on Thursday, January 22:
- Adıyaman
- Antalya
- Aydın
- Balıkesir
- Burdur
- Gaziantep
- Hatay
- Isparta
- Izmir
- Manisa
- Kahramanmaraş
- Muğla
- Şanlıurfa
- Kilis
- Osmaniye
Meteorologists warn that sunny weather is not expected in Istanbul in the coming days.
Residents and visitors are advised to exercise extra caution during peak rainfall hours, especially in the mornings and evenings.
