South Eastern Anatolia Region Weather & Climate: Turkey

Climate by month across South Eastern Anatolia Region, Turkey, average temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

Climate overview of South Eastern Anatolia Region

South Eastern Anatolia Region in Turkey sees its peak temperatures in August (37°C (99°F)) and its coolest in January (9°C (48°F)). For a full breakdown of what to expect throughout the year, we've put together a climate overview based on data from Gaziantep, the region's most visited city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.

The weather in South Eastern Anatolia Region during April and October is comfortably warm, with average temperatures ranging from 21°C (70°F) to 26°C (79°F).

June, July and August are generally the hottest months of the year. The coldest month generally falls in January.

Precipitation in South Eastern Anatolia Region varies considerably throughout the year. The wettest conditions occur in January with 89 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while July stays relatively dry with 2 mm (0.1 in). The driest conditions can be found during June, July, August and September, with rainfall staying below 8 mm (0.3 in).

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Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in South Eastern Anatolia Region — and find the best time to visit. (based on Gaziantep)

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Gaziantep Adıyaman Halfeti Karadut Kahta Harran
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Climate map of South Eastern Anatolia Region

Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.

Gaziantep 10°C (50°F) 37°C (99°F) 1°C (34°F) 22°C (72°F) 537 mm (21 in)
Adıyaman 8°C (46°F) 38°C (100°F) -1°C (30°F) 23°C (73°F) 623 mm (25 in)
Halfeti 10°C (50°F) 40°C (104°F) 1°C (34°F) 24°C (75°F) 536 mm (21 in)
Karadut 6°C (43°F) 37°C (99°F) -2°C (28°F) 22°C (72°F) 750 mm (30 in)
Kahta 9°C (48°F) 39°C (102°F) 0°C (32°F) 24°C (75°F) 605 mm (24 in)
Harran 13°C (55°F) 42°C (108°F) 2°C (36°F) 27°C (81°F) 314 mm (12 in)

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