April to May and September to October offer milder days for Istanbul and Cappadocia. Coastal summers are hotter. Compare four regions below.
A 0 to 100 comfort rating from daytime heat, overnight chill, rainfall and storm risk, for Istanbul. Higher is better. Some booking links earn us a commission, at no extra cost to you.
The steadiest weather, peaking around May.
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The year at a glance
The month ratings use Istanbul weather. Other regions differ, so compare the city table before choosing dates.
Antalya and Izmir have hot summers. Nevsehir, near Cappadocia, has colder winters. Trabzon has wetter autumn months.
Turkey weather, region by region
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| Month | AntalyaMediterranean coast | İzmirAegean coast | NevşehirCappadocia area | TrabzonBlack Sea coast |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 15°C 211 mm rain | 13°C 128 mm rain | 4°C 44 mm rain | 11°C 89 mm rain |
| Feb | 16°C 113 mm rain | 14°C 107 mm rain | 6°C 42 mm rain | 11°C 63 mm rain |
| Mar | 18°C 95 mm rain | 17°C 78 mm rain | 11°C 48 mm rain | 13°C 69 mm rain |
| Apr | 22°C 63 mm rain | 21°C 50 mm rain | 16°C 46 mm rain | 16°C 63 mm rain |
| May | 26°C 37 mm rain | 27°C 33 mm rain | 21°C 57 mm rain | 20°C 56 mm rain |
| Jun | 32°C 10 mm rain | 31°C 14 mm rain | 26°C 38 mm rain | 25°C 52 mm rain |
| Jul | 35°C 4 mm rain | 34°C 3 mm rain | 29°C 10 mm rain | 28°C 35 mm rain |
| Aug | 35°C 5 mm rain | 34°C 7 mm rain | 29°C 10 mm rain | 28°C 59 mm rain |
| Sep | 32°C 22 mm rain | 30°C 24 mm rain | 25°C 14 mm rain | 25°C 85 mm rain |
| Oct | 27°C 77 mm rain | 25°C 57 mm rain | 19°C 29 mm rain | 21°C 134 mm rain |
| Nov | 22°C 152 mm rain | 19°C 100 mm rain | 12°C 33 mm rain | 17°C 103 mm rain |
| Dec | 17°C 272 mm rain | 14°C 131 mm rain | 6°C 48 mm rain | 13°C 94 mm rain |
Antalya and İzmir are hottest in July and August. Nevşehir has colder winters. Trabzon gets more October rain than these other samples.
These city averages cannot describe every coast, valley or mountain. Balloon flights also depend on daily weather.
Sources and weather notes
The Turkish State Meteorological Service publishes 1991–2020 city averages for daily highs, lows and monthly rain. This table uses those figures. The Istanbul score above uses different weather input. These are planning averages, not forecasts.
Antalya weather · İzmir weather · Nevşehir weather · Trabzon weather · Cappadocia balloon guidance · Checked October 2026
Turkey month by month
Highs, lows, rainfall and the rating, for Istanbul.
JanuaryCold with a little rain.Good 47
- Daytime high
- 9°C / 48°F
- Overnight low
- 3°C / 37°F
- Rainfall
- 105 mm
Cold with a little rain.
FebruaryCold with a little rain.Good 49
- Daytime high
- 9°C / 48°F
- Overnight low
- 3°C / 37°F
- Rainfall
- 80 mm
Cold with a little rain.
MarchCool with a little rain.Great 61
- Daytime high
- 11°C / 52°F
- Overnight low
- 4°C / 39°F
- Rainfall
- 70 mm
Cool with a little rain.
AprilCool and dry.Ideal 83
- Daytime high
- 16°C / 61°F
- Overnight low
- 8°C / 46°F
- Rainfall
- 45 mm
Cool and dry.
MayMild and dryIdeal 100
- Daytime high
- 21°C / 70°F
- Overnight low
- 12°C / 54°F
- Rainfall
- 35 mm
Mild and dry.
JuneWarm and dryIdeal 100
- Daytime high
- 26°C / 79°F
- Overnight low
- 16°C / 61°F
- Rainfall
- 35 mm
Warm and dry.
JulyWarm and dryIdeal 100
- Daytime high
- 28°C / 82°F
- Overnight low
- 19°C / 66°F
- Rainfall
- 35 mm
Warm and dry.
AugustWarm and dry.Ideal 100
- Daytime high
- 28°C / 82°F
- Overnight low
- 19°C / 66°F
- Rainfall
- 40 mm
Warm and dry.
SeptemberWarm with a little rain.Ideal 94
- Daytime high
- 25°C / 77°F
- Overnight low
- 16°C / 61°F
- Rainfall
- 60 mm
Warm with a little rain.
OctoberMild with a little rain.Ideal 82
- Daytime high
- 20°C / 68°F
- Overnight low
- 12°C / 54°F
- Rainfall
- 90 mm
Mild with a little rain.
NovemberCool with a little rain.Great 73
- Daytime high
- 15°C / 59°F
- Overnight low
- 8°C / 46°F
- Rainfall
- 100 mm
Cool with a little rain.
DecemberCool and wet.Good 56
- Daytime high
- 11°C / 52°F
- Overnight low
- 5°C / 41°F
- Rainfall
- 120 mm
Cool and wet.
Where you go changes when you go
Istanbul and the northwest
Best in spring and autumn for the mosques, bazaars and Bosphorus. Summers are hot, winters cool and grey.
The Aegean and Mediterranean coast
Long, hot summers and a warm shoulder into October for the beaches and ancient ruins around Bodrum and Antalya.
Cappadocia and the interior
Spring and autumn for balloon flights and mild walking weather. Summers are hot and dry, winters cold and snowy.
Best time to visit Turkey for
Istanbul and culture
April to May and September to October for comfortable sightseeing and the Bosphorus at its best.
Cappadocia and balloons
Spring and autumn offer milder days. Balloon flights can still be cancelled by weather.
Beaches and ruins
June to September on the Turquoise Coast, or the warm shoulder months to dodge the peak heat.
Cooler city trips
November and early spring bring cooler weather. Compare current prices for your dates.
What is on, and when
Tulip season, April
Istanbul's parks fill with millions of tulips, the flower's historic home.
Coast season, June to Sep
The Aegean and Mediterranean shores are warm, sunny and made for swimming.
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