Istanbul vs Varanasi in August

Istanbul is the better pick in August — 77 vs 44 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Istanbul is hot, dry, clean air, while Varanasi is sweltering, soaked, very humid.

Istanbul vs VaranasiAugust climate, side by side

IstanbulVaranasi
Comfort score77/100 (B)44/100 (F)
Feels-like high30°C38°C
Avg high / low29° / 22°32° / 26°
Rainfall15 mm248 mm
Rainy days423
Humidity72%81%
Air quality (AQI)4987

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

Istanbul vs Varanasi in August — FAQ

Is August better in Istanbul or Varanasi?
Istanbul is the better pick in August — 77 vs 44 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Istanbul is hot, dry, clean air, while Varanasi is sweltering, soaked, very humid.
What is the weather like in Istanbul vs Varanasi in August?
In August, Istanbul averages 29°C high / 22°C low with about 15 mm of rain; Varanasi averages 32°C high / 26°C low with about 248 mm.