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18 June 2026

Istanbul’s perfect week: 7 straight fine days and 27.7°C highs

Istanbul leads the way this week with 7 fine days and 27.7°C highs, while southern Europe basks in dry, warm weather

Istanbul's perfect week: 7 straight fine days and 27.7°C highs

Istanbul is the standout destination this week, with 7 fine days and an average high of 27.7°C, according to Open-Meteo. The city’s mostly partly cloudy skies and 0 mm of rainfall make it ideal for exploring historic sites like the Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque without the threat of rain.

Southern Europe is also enjoying excellent weather this week. Athens and Dubrovnik are both expecting 7 fine days, with highs of 32.2°C and 32.1°C respectively. These temperatures are perfect for beach days and coastal walks. Lisbon and Barcelona are slightly cooler, with highs of 29°C and 31.1°C respectively, but they too are enjoying 7 fine days each, making them great for city sightseeing and outdoor dining.

If you’re looking to avoid the rain, steer clear of tropical destinations this week. While the data doesn’t show any specific high-rainfall areas, it’s worth noting that the dry, warm conditions in southern Europe and Istanbul make them the most reliable choices for a sunny getaway.

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Grace Morrison

Grace Morrison from Glasgow, classically elegant, declined an editor’s promotion to lead a series on Clyde shipyards, reporting from the yards herself after a workers’ reunion. Advocates long-form accountability journalism rooted in place, and maintains a collection of handwritten oral histories gathered at community halls.