Side Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Side has a hot-summer Mediterranean climate. The summers in Side are dry and in winter it can rain a lot. The average sea temperature ranges between 17°C (63°F) in winter and 27°C (81°F) in summer. Most tourists visit Side in July and August, we would avoid these months since it becomes extremely busy.
Monthly Temperature in Side
The climate in Side is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 33°C (91°F) in August. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a moderate 15°C (59°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 25°C (77°F) in August to 8°C (46°F) in January.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Side
Side has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1005 mm (40 in) of rainfall per year. Side can be quite wet during January, receiving approximately 205 mm (8.1 in) of precipitation over 14 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (July), 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 Side 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 Side
Side can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 10.4 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 4.4 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Water Temperature in Side
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
Side 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Side
Side's weather is most enjoyable during April, May, June, October and November, with comfortable temperatures from 20°C (69°F) to 29°C (84°F). The moderate conditions ensure pleasant weather for exploring the area. Expect varied weather during this period with rainfall between 10 mm (0.4 in) and 130 mm (5.1 in), providing a good balance of sunny and rainy days.The wettest months are January and December, when precipitation is at its highest. Ready to plan your travels but need destination ideas? Our smart tool recommends places based on the climate conditions you prefer. Start planning with our destination weather tool.
