🇹🇷 Turkey Weather Report – Month-by-Month Overview
❄️ January
Diverse winter conditions. Coastal cities like Antalya and Izmir stay mild (6–15°C) with rain, while central Anatolia (e.g., Ankara) drops to −5°C with snow. Eastern Turkey, especially Erzurum, sees deep freezes below −15°C.
🌨️ February
Still wintry. Western coasts remain rainy and cool, central regions stay snowy, and eastern highlands endure harsh cold. Istanbul averages 3–10°C with occasional snow flurries.
🌱 March
Spring begins. Temperatures rise to 10–16°C in most regions. Snow melts inland, and rain becomes more frequent. Blossoms appear in western valleys and urban parks.
🌸 April
Milder and greener. Highs reach 15–22°C. Rain showers alternate with sunny spells. Tulips bloom in Istanbul, and the Aegean coast warms up for early tourism.
🌼 May
Pleasant and vibrant. Temperatures climb to 20–28°C. Rainfall is light, and sunshine dominates. Ideal for exploring Cappadocia, coastal towns, and historical sites.
☀️ June
Start of summer. Highs range from 25–33°C. Rain is rare, and the Mediterranean coast becomes hot and dry. Inland areas warm steadily, perfect for hiking and beach trips.
🔥 July
Hot and dry. Temperatures reach 30–40°C in southeastern regions like Şanlıurfa. Coastal cities enjoy sea breezes, while central Turkey sees dry heat. Tourism peaks.
🏖️ August
Still hot. Highs remain between 30–38°C. Occasional thunderstorms inland. The Aegean and Mediterranean seas are warm, and resorts are bustling.
🍂 September
Transition to autumn. Temperatures ease to 24–32°C. Rain returns gradually in the north. The air becomes crisper, and crowds begin to thin.
🌦️ October
Cooler and wetter. Highs drop to 18–26°C. Rainfall increases, especially in the Black Sea region. Autumn colors appear in forests and valleys.
🌫️ November
Wet and chilly. Highs hover around 10–18°C, with lows near 5°C. Rain dominates, and the first snow may appear in eastern mountains. Days grow shorter.
🎄 December
Winter returns. Temperatures range from −5°C in the east to 12°C on the coast. Snow blankets inland and eastern regions, while western Turkey sees cold rain and festive lights.
