What to pack for Istanbul

Month-by-month weather, dress code, and packing essentials for Istanbul, Turkey.

January: 3–9°C. Dress: Warm waterproof layers; wet and windy.. Pack: Waterproof coat, Layers, Waterproof shoes, Scarf, Type C adapter.
April: 9–17°C. Dress: Layers; tulip season and pleasant walking weather.. Pack: Light jacket, Scarf for mosques, Walking shoes, Umbrella.
July: 20–29°C. Dress: Light and modest; humid Bosphorus heat.. Pack: Breathable modest clothes, Scarf, SPF, Refillable bottle.
October: 13–20°C. Dress: Layers plus a rain shell.. Pack: Light jacket, Rain shell, Scarf, Walking shoes.

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