Istanbul vs Side in August

Side is the better pick in August — 89 vs 77 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Side is sweltering, dry, while Istanbul is hot, dry, clean air.

Istanbul vs SideAugust climate, side by side

IstanbulSide
Comfort score77/100 (B)89/100 (A)
Feels-like high32°C36°C
Avg high / low30° / 23°32° / 24°
Rainfall15 mm6 mm
Rainy days32
Humidity70%65%
Air quality (AQI)4954

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Istanbul vs Side in August — FAQ

Is August better in Istanbul or Side?
Side is the better pick in August — 89 vs 77 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Side is sweltering, dry, while Istanbul is hot, dry, clean air.
What is the weather like in Istanbul vs Side in August?
In August, Istanbul averages 30°C high / 23°C low with about 15 mm of rain; Side averages 32°C high / 24°C low with about 6 mm.