Istanbul braces for heatwave with temperatures reaching 33C

Istanbul residents should prepare for a warm week as the Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality's Disaster Coordination Center (AKOM) forecasts temperatures significantly above seasonal averages. No rainfall is expected, with skies remaining mostly clear and lightly cloudy throughout the period.

Temperatures are predicted to climb gradually, starting around 21-29 degrees Celsius on Monday and reaching a peak of 33 degrees Celsius by Saturday. This sustained heatwave will be a dominant feature of the week's weather.

However, strong northeasterly winds, locally known as 'poyraz,' are expected to blow until Tuesday. These winds could reach speeds of 15 to 45 kilometers per hour, with gusts up to 50 kilometers per hour. While these winds might offer some respite from the oppressive heat, temperatures are still expected to hover between 30-32 degrees Celsius during the week.

The sea water temperature is expected to remain pleasant at around 24 degrees Celsius. AKOM's forecast indicates a morning temperature of 24°C, rising to 29°C at noon, and cooling to 24°C in the evening. Humidity levels are predicted to range between 40% and 80%.