What is the weather like in Istanbul vs Van in May?

In May, Istanbul averages 22°C high / 14°C low with about 40 mm of rain; Van averages 19°C high / 6°C low with about 63 mm.

Istanbul vs Van in May

Istanbul is the better pick in May — 94 vs 81 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Istanbul is nice, a little rain, muggy air, while Van is nice, a little rain.

Istanbul vs Van — May climate, side by side

	Istanbul	Van
Comfort score	94/100 (S)	81/100 (A)
Feels-like high	22°C	17°C
Avg high / low	22° / 14°	19° / 6°
Rainfall	40 mm	63 mm
Rainy days	8	14
Humidity	75%	61%
Air quality (AQI)	53	59

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

Istanbul vs Van in May — FAQ

Is May better in Istanbul or Van?: Istanbul is the better pick in May — 94 vs 81 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Istanbul is nice, a little rain, muggy air, while Van is nice, a little rain.
What is the weather like in Istanbul vs Van in May?: In May, Istanbul averages 22°C high / 14°C low with about 40 mm of rain; Van averages 19°C high / 6°C low with about 63 mm.