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Turkey Weather in March

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

Thinking about venturing to Turkey this March and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Turkey in March

The weather in Turkey in March can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from cold to pleasant and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between cold in Ardahan at 4°C (39°F) to pleasant in Adana at 20°C (68°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 9°C (48°F) in Adana and -7°C (19°F) in Ardahan.

For a closer look at conditions across Turkey, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Harran with an average of 43 mm (1.7 in) to heavy rainfall in Aralık with 164 mm (6.5 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Istanbul gets approximately 145 hours of sunlight in March, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

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Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Turkey — and find the best time to visit. (based on Istanbul)

Best Places to Visit in Turkey in March

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Turkey.

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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 March for some of the most popular destinations in Turkey?

Temperature range in Turkey (March)

Precipitation variation in Turkey (March)

Istanbul

In March Istanbul generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
89 hours
145 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
82 mm (3.2 in)
76 mm (3 in)
51 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Trabzon

In March Trabzon generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
89 hours
105 hours
129 hours
Monthly rainfall
110 mm (4.3 in)
132 mm (5.2 in)
138 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Antalya

In March Antalya generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
162 hours
204 hours
235 hours
Monthly rainfall
158 mm (6.2 in)
116 mm (4.6 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
7 days
Weather conditions

Alanya

In March Alanya generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
131 hours
198 hours
218 hours
Monthly rainfall
143 mm (5.6 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Side

In March Side generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
157 hours
205 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
147 mm (5.8 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
9 days
7 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Istanbul 12°C (54°F) 7°C (45°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Trabzon 11°C (52°F) 5°C (41°F) 132 mm (5.2 in)
Antalya 17°C (63°F) 9°C (48°F) 116 mm (4.6 in)
Ankara 12°C (54°F) 0°C (32°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Bodrum City 17°C (63°F) 13°C (55°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Izmir 17°C (63°F) 7°C (45°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)

Turkey weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Turkey in March?

In March, Turkey generally has unpleasant weather conditions. Istanbul sees daytime temperatures near 12°C (54°F), with nights cooling to roughly 7°C (45°F).

What is the average temperature in Turkey in March?

Istanbul averages a daytime maximum of 12°C (54°F) in March, with overnight lows close to 7°C (45°F).

Does Turkey get a lot of rain in March?

March is on the drier side in Turkey. Istanbul averages only about 76 mm (3 in), with most days staying dry.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Turkey?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Istanbul, March may not be the ideal time to visit Turkey.

Generally speaking, May, June, July, August, September and October provide perfect weather in Istanbul. On the other hand, the months of January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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