Turkey Weather
🇹🇷 2 cities covered · Europe
· Mediterranean climate
Warmest city
Antalya
Coolest city
Istanbul
Sunniest city
Antalya
Best time to visit
April to May
Weather in Turkey at a glance
Turkey offers a single dominant Mediterranean climate among its 2 covered cities. Year-round, Antalya posts the highest average temperature (66°F (19°C)) and Istanbul the lowest (60°F (15°C)), so the right base depends as much on climate as on itinerary.
Quick facts
- Warmest city: Antalya - annual average 66°
- Coolest city: Istanbul - annual average 60°
- Sunniest city: Antalya (10.6 h sun/day)
- Best time to visit: April to May
- Climate type: Mediterranean
The bigger picture
For sunshine, Antalya leads with about 10.6 hours of sun per day on average. Antalya is the wettest of the covered cities, collecting roughly 995 mm (39.2 inches) of precipitation a year, and Istanbul sees the most snow, around 6 snowy days annually. Averaged across the country's covered cities, April to May brings the most comfortable mix of temperature, dry days and daylight.
Live weather across Turkey today
Turkey cities compared
Turkey weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainy days | Sunshine |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 53° | 41° | 12 | 6.4 h/day |
| February | 56° | 42° | 10 | 7.6 h/day |
| March | 59° | 44° | 10 | 8.8 h/day |
| April | 67° | 50° | 7 | 10.6 h/day |
| May | 75° | 58° | 8 | 12.1 h/day |
| June | 84° | 66° | 7 | 13.3 h/day |
| July | 91° | 72° | 3 | 13.7 h/day |
| August | 90° | 73° | 3 | 12.7 h/day |
| September | 84° | 67° | 5 | 11.2 h/day |
| October | 75° | 59° | 6 | 9.3 h/day |
| November | 66° | 51° | 8 | 7.7 h/day |
| December | 57° | 45° | 12 | 6.3 h/day |
Turkey weather FAQs
What is the warmest city in Turkey?
Among the cities we cover, Antalya is the warmest, averaging 66°F (19°C) across the year. Its hottest month is July, with highs near 98°F (37°C).
What is the coldest city in Turkey?
Istanbul runs coldest, averaging 60°F (15°C) for the year; January lows average 39°F (4°C).
What is the sunniest city in Turkey?
Antalya, with about 10.6 hours of sunshine per day averaged across the year.
When is the best time to visit Turkey?
Averaged across the covered cities, April to May offers the most comfortable combination of temperatures, drier days and daylight. Coastal, mountain and desert areas can differ - check each city's climate page for specifics.
Does it snow in Turkey?
Yes - 1 of the 2 covered cities see regular snowfall. Istanbul gets the most, about 6 snowy days in a typical year.
What is the climate of Turkey like?
The covered cities fall under Mediterranean climate. That means hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters.