Turkish Weather Service: Istanbul Braces for Storms on Saturday

Türkiye’s Meteorological Service has warned of changing weather conditions and scattered showers across several provinces, as strong southerly winds are expected to pick up and thunderstorms are forecast to return to Istanbul over the weekend.

According to the weather service, most parts of the country will see partly cloudy to cloudy skies, with rain expected in parts of the Marmara, Aegean, western Black Sea, and Mediterranean regions.

The authorities have also warned of locally heavy rainfall in the Edremit district of Balıkesir Province during the evening and night, urging residents to stay alert and take the necessary precautions.

According to the latest forecast, scattered rain is expected in the following areas:

• Marmara Region: Kırklareli, Tekirdağ, Çanakkale, southern and western Balıkesir, Bursa, Istanbul, Kocaeli, Sakarya, and Yalova.

• Aegean Region: Coastal areas, as well as Manisa, Uşak, and Denizli.

• Mediterranean Region: Western Burdur and the eastern coastal areas of Antalya.

• Western Black Sea Region: Düzce, Zonguldak, Bolu, Bartın, coastal parts of Kastamonu, as well as Sinop and Karabük.

Edremit in Balıkesir remains an area of particular concern, as locally heavy rain is expected there during the evening and night.

Meanwhile, Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality’s Disaster Coordination Center (AKOM) has issued a warning about strengthening southerly winds, which are expected to reach speeds of 40 to 75 kilometers per hour.

According to AKOM’s report dated November 10, 2026, these winds are expected to push temperatures up across the city. However, they could also cause disruptions, especially in open areas and on sea transport services.

Authorities have urged residents to keep up with the latest weather updates and be careful when dealing with strong winds, particularly while traveling or spending time outdoors.