Türkiye weather forecast predicts warm weekend, northern winds in Istanbul

Visitors and residents planning weekend activities in Türkiye should prepare for a mix of sunny skies, strong winds, and local showers.

Meteorologists expect most regions to stay warm and dry, making it ideal for outdoor plans, but warn of gusty winds in Marmara and the western Black Sea coast.

Short rain showers are expected in Thrace and the eastern Black Sea, while popular cities such as Istanbul, Ankara, and Izmir will see clear skies and above-average temperatures.

Fishermen cast their lines from Galata Bridge under cloudy skies as light rain falls in Istanbul, Türkiye, September 6, 2025. (AA Photo)

Warm, dry weather expected across Türkiye this weekend

The Turkish State Meteorological Service (MGM) says most regions will stay sunny or partly cloudy.

Temperatures will remain above seasonal norms across western and central Türkiye, while the east stays closer to average.

Cengiz Celik, a weather forecast expert at the Ministry of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change, said, “Rain will only be seen along the eastern Black Sea coast and in parts of Kirklareli and Edirne this weekend. The rest of the country will stay mostly dry.”

He added that Istanbul and Ankara can expect clear skies, with short showers possible around Catalca.

A woman forced to walk in rainy and windy weather in Istanbul, Türkiye, March 18, 2025. (AA Photo)

Strong winds to hit Marmara, western Black Sea coast

Meteorologists warn that winds from the north and northeast will strengthen across Marmara and the western Black Sea coast.

The gusts may disrupt outdoor plans and sea traffic, especially in Istanbul, Tekirdag, and Zonguldak.

Celik said, “Strong winds are forecast for Marmara and the coastal parts of the western Black Sea over the weekend. We advise citizens to be cautious, particularly near the coast.”

People take advantage of the sunny weather to spend time at Konyaalti Beach in Antalya, Türkiye, accessed on April 18, 2025. (AA Photo)

Regional temperatures, rain forecast for Türkiye

• Marmara – Partly cloudy, becoming more overcast in the west. Showers are likely in Edirne and Kirklareli. Istanbul will stay mostly dry, reaching 86 degrees Fahrenheit (30 degrees Celsius).
• Aegean – Mostly clear skies. Izmir will see 93 Fahrenheit, while inland cities such as Afyonkarahisar will have some cloud cover.
• Mediterranean – Hot and sunny with highs of 97 in Adana and 91 in Antalya.
• Central Anatolia – Clear to partly cloudy. Ankara will stay dry at 82.
• Western Black Sea – Partly cloudy with fresh northerly winds. Temperatures will hover around 79 to 84.
• Central and Eastern Black Sea – Mostly cloudy with showers expected in Samsun, Rize, and Trabzon, where highs will stay near 75.
• Eastern Anatolia – Mild and partly cloudy with highs around 72 to 84.
• Southeastern Anatolia – Hot and sunny, with Diyarbakir and Gaziantep reaching 91.

Daytime temperatures will stay high across much of the country. Celik said Ankara and Istanbul will be around 81 to 82, while Izmir could climb to 90 to 91. Denizli and Mugla may see 95 or more.

The MGM warns of near-gale conditions in the western Black Sea, where strong winds could create rough seas. Boaters and fishermen are advised to take precautions.

September 12, 2025 10:51 AM GMT+03:00