Istanbul vs Ulaanbaatar in October

Istanbul is the better pick in October — 85 vs 63 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Istanbul is nice, a little rain, clean air, while Ulaanbaatar is cold, dry, clean air.

Istanbul vs UlaanbaatarOctober climate, side by side

IstanbulUlaanbaatar
Comfort score85/100 (A)63/100 (C)
Feels-like high19°C2°C
Avg high / low21° / 16°7° / -4°
Rainfall39 mm12 mm
Rainy days64
Humidity73%58%
Air quality (AQI)5050

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

Istanbul vs Ulaanbaatar in October — FAQ

Is October better in Istanbul or Ulaanbaatar?
Istanbul is the better pick in October — 85 vs 63 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Istanbul is nice, a little rain, clean air, while Ulaanbaatar is cold, dry, clean air.
What is the weather like in Istanbul vs Ulaanbaatar in October?
In October, Istanbul averages 21°C high / 16°C low with about 39 mm of rain; Ulaanbaatar averages 7°C high / -4°C low with about 12 mm.