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Turkey Weather in July

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Turkey in July.

Planning a journey to Turkey this July and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Turkey in July

The weather in Turkey in July can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from pleasant to very hot and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to heavy. It's the height of summer.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between pleasant in Ayder Yaylasi at 22°C (72°F) to very hot in Harran at 42°C (108°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 27°C (81°F) in Harran and 14°C (57°F) in Ayder Yaylasi.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Turkey, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Datca with an average of 0.2 mm (0.01 in) to heavy rainfall in Aralık with 247 mm (9.7 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Istanbul enjoys approximately 318 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Turkey in July

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Turkey

What is the weather like in July for some of the most popular destinations in Turkey?

Temperature range in Turkey (July)

Precipitation variation in Turkey (July)

Istanbul

In July Istanbul generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
298 hours
318 hours
288 hours
Monthly rainfall
36 mm (1.4 in)
26 mm (1 in)
24 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
4 days
5 days
Weather conditions

Trabzon

In July Trabzon generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
179 hours
167 hours
Monthly rainfall
149 mm (5.9 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
159 mm (6.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
8 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Antalya

In July Antalya generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
34°C (93°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
330 hours
345 hours
324 hours
Monthly rainfall
13 mm (0.5 in)
4.6 mm (0.2 in)
4 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
5 days
6 days
Weather conditions

Alanya

In July Alanya generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
347 hours
337 hours
316 hours
Monthly rainfall
25 mm (1 in)
13 mm (0.5 in)
16 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
6 days
6 days
Weather conditions

Side

In July Side generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
300 hours
312 hours
280 hours
Monthly rainfall
9.6 mm (0.4 in)
4 mm (0.2 in)
4.1 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
6 days
7 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in July

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Turkey in July.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Istanbul 28°C (82°F) 22°C (72°F) 26 mm (1 in)
Trabzon 25°C (77°F) 20°C (68°F) 129 mm (5.1 in)
Antalya 34°C (93°F) 24°C (75°F) 4.6 mm (0.2 in)
Ankara 31°C (88°F) 16°C (61°F) 14 mm (0.6 in)
Bodrum City 28°C (82°F) 24°C (75°F) 0.5 mm (0.02 in)
Izmir 35°C (95°F) 22°C (72°F) 3.5 mm (0.1 in)

Turkey weather in July: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Turkey in July?

In July, Turkey generally has excellent weather conditions. Istanbul sees daytime temperatures near 28°C (82°F), with nights cooling to roughly 22°C (72°F).

What is the average temperature in Turkey in July?

Istanbul averages a daytime maximum of 28°C (82°F) in July, with overnight lows close to 22°C (72°F).

Does Turkey get a lot of rain in July?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Turkey during July, with Istanbul averaging close to 26 mm (1 in).

Is July a Good Time to Visit Turkey?

We consider July to be one of the best times to travel to Turkey. Typically, the climate in Istanbul is excellent. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August, September and October offering mostly excellent weather in Istanbul. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and December tend to be less favorable.

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