Temperature in Turkey in December

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities across Turkey this December.

Turkey, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in December ranging from -1°C (30°F) in Sarıkamıs to 17°C (63°F) in Datca. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 14°C (57°F) in Datca and -11°C (12°F) in Sarıkamıs. The month of December is in the winter season.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Turkey in December?

Explore the map below to discover average December temperatures at the top destinations in Turkey. For a deeper dive, simply click on any destination dot.

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Best Places to Visit in Turkey in December

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in December: blue is cold, red is hot.

Turkey temperatures in December: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Turkey in December?

Daytime temperatures in Istanbul typically peak at 12°C (54°F) in December, putting it in the low range.

How cold does it get at night in Turkey in December?

Average overnight lows in Turkey during December sit near 7°C (45°F) in Istanbul.

What is the warmest city in December in Turkey?

Datca tops the warmest city list in our database with average maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and a minimum nighttime temperature of around 14°C (57°F).

What is the coldest city in December in Turkey?

The coldest city in December in Turkey is Sarıkamıs when we check our database. The maximum daytime temperatures are around -1°C (30°F) and minimum nighttime temperatures fall around -11°C (12°F).

How much sun does Turkey get in December?

Istanbul usually sees around 61 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

What is the water temperature in December?

The water temperature averages approximately 20°C (68°F) in Bodrum City this month, so still a bit cool to swim, though some enjoy a chilly dive.

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