Antalya Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Antalya has a hot-summer Mediterranean climate. The summers in Antalya are dry and in winter it can rain a lot. In 2008, snow was seen for the first time in 60 years. The average sea temperature ranges between 16°C (61°F) in winter and 27°C (81°F) in summer. Most tourists visit Antalya in July and August, we would avoid these months since it becomes extremely busy.
Monthly Temperature in Antalya
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from very warm to moderate in Antalya. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 34°C (93°F) in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a moderate 14°C (57°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 24°C (75°F) in July to 6°C (43°F) in January.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Antalya
Antalya has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1175 mm (46 in) of rainfall annually. Antalya can be quite wet during December, receiving approximately 241 mm (9.5 in) of precipitation over 13 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (August), you will experience much drier conditions, with 4 mm (0.2 in) of precipitation spread across 6 rainy days days. For more details, please visit our Antalya Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Antalya
Antalya can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 11.5 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 4.9 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Water Temperature in Antalya
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 17°C (63°F) in February to 29°C (84°F) in August.
Water temperature over the year
Humidity in Antalya by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Antalya.
The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 70%. In July, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 58%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Antalya
The average wind speed over the year ranges from 4 m/s (8 knots) to 5 m/s (10 knots). It is lower in January, February, March, April, May, June and July and higher in August, September, October, November and December. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Antalya 3-Day Forecast
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Best Time to Visit Antalya
During the months of April, May, October and November, Antalya enjoys pleasant weather with average temperatures ranging from 20°C (68°F) to 26°C (78°F). These months are perfect for sightseeing and exploring.Rainfall during this time ranges from 58 mm (2.3 in) in May to 139 mm (5.5 in) in November. This means you can expect a mix of sunny days and occasional showers.
The rainy season falls during January and December, bringing heavy precipitation. Planning your next adventure but unsure where to go? Our climate tool suggests perfect locations tailored to your preferred weather conditions. Discover your ideal travel destination with our weather planner.
