Has it started snowing in Istanbul? Which districts are seeing snowfall? Has the Altay cold wave reached Istanbul?

The snowfall, which was particularly effective in the higher parts of Istanbul last week, has returned. Following days of warnings from meteorological experts, the expected snowfall has begun in Arnavutköy. While the road to Istanbul Airport and its surroundings have turned white, the snowfall is expected to be effective across the city in the coming hours.

HAS IT STARTED SNOWING?

Snowfall is affecting some districts on the European side of Istanbul. Following the warnings from the MGM, snowfall has begun in the higher parts of the city. The snow, which is showing its effect intermittently on the European side, particularly in Sultangazi, Eyüpsultan, and Küçükçekmece, is continuing with increasing intensity in Arnavutköy and Başakşehir. While some areas affected by heavy precipitation have turned white, vehicles in Arnavutköy have had difficulty moving due to snow accumulation on the roads.

WHEN WILL THE SNOWFALL INTENSIFY?

The snowfall, which has begun to take effect in the northern parts of the city, will be intense across the city during the evening hours. According to information shared by the MGM, the snowfall will increase its effect in Istanbul on Friday and throughout the weekend.

News Source: 12punto