20.07.2025 09:21
According to the latest forecasts from AKOM, a heat wave originating from Africa will affect the entire country, starting particularly from the western regions, raising air temperatures 6-12 degrees above seasonal norms. AKOM reports that temperatures in Istanbul will rise to around 40 degrees starting today, while experts warn against going outside between 11:00 AM and 4:00 PM.
According to the latest forecasts from the Meteorology and AKOM, Turkey is entering a new heatwave. Starting especially from the western regions, the Africa-origin heatwave will cover the entire country, raising air temperatures 6-12 degrees above seasonal norms. AKOM reported that temperatures in Istanbul could rise to 40 degrees starting from Monday.
While the Basra-origin heatwaves continue to be effective in a large part of the country, it is expected that the Africa-origin heatwave will take effect from Sunday (July 20). According to the forecasts of the General Directorate of Meteorology and the Disaster Affairs Department of the Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality (AKOM), it is predicted that temperatures in Istanbul will rise to extreme values.
"A NEW AFRICA-ORIGIN HEATWAVE IS COMING"
In a warning from AKOM, it was stated, "While Basra-origin heatwaves continue to be effective in almost the entire country, it is anticipated that a new Africa-origin heatwave will reach our region starting from Sunday, and the temperatures, which are already above seasonal norms, are expected to rise further to extreme values (37-39 degrees)."
TEMPERATURES IN ISTANBUL WILL RISE TO 40 DEGREES
According to the forecasts published by AKOM, it is expected that the air temperature in Istanbul will be 40 degrees on Tuesday, July 22, Wednesday, July 23, Thursday, July 24, and Friday, July 25.
DO NOT GO OUT BETWEEN 11:00 AM AND 4:00 PM
Due to these high temperatures, which will be above seasonal norms, all citizens, especially those with chronic illnesses, the elderly, and children, need to be cautious. Experts emphasize that it is necessary to avoid being outdoors between 11:00 AM and 4:00 PM. Direct exposure to the sun during these hours can lead to serious health problems.
FOREST FIRE RISK AT THE HIGHEST LEVEL
High temperatures, low relative humidity, and north winds expected to blow at speeds of 30 to 50 kilometers per hour pose a significant risk, especially for forest fires. The upcoming 5-6 day period is described as an extremely sensitive process in terms of forest fire risk. It is vital for citizens to exercise maximum caution in this regard and to inform the authorities in case of any adverse situation.