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Turkey Weather in May

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

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Istanbul Trabzon Antalya Ankara

Are you planning a trip a to Turkey in May and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Turkey in May

Turkey offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In May, one might encounter temperatures that range from mild to very warm, and precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from mild in Ardahan at 15°C (59°F) to very warm in Harran at 32°C (90°F). At night it cools down to 17°C (63°F) in Harran and 3°C (37°F) in Ardahan.

For specific regional insights in Turkey, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Palamutbuku with an average of 15 mm (0.6 in) to heavy rainfall in Yolüstü with 208 mm (8.2 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Istanbul sees close to 247 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Best Places to Visit in Turkey in May

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 May for some of the most popular destinations in Turkey?

Temperature range in Turkey (May)

Precipitation variation in Turkey (May)

Istanbul

In May Istanbul generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
21°C (70°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
14°C (57°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
247 hours
298 hours
Monthly rainfall
51 mm (2 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
8 days
6 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Istanbul →

Trabzon

In May Trabzon generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
129 hours
176 hours
210 hours
Monthly rainfall
138 mm (5.4 in)
165 mm (6.5 in)
149 mm (5.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Trabzon →

Antalya

In May Antalya generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
235 hours
297 hours
330 hours
Monthly rainfall
80 mm (3.1 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
13 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
6 days
4 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Antalya →

Alanya

In May Alanya generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
23°C (73°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
218 hours
287 hours
347 hours
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
52 mm (2 in)
25 mm (1 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
6 days
4 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Alanya →

Side

In May Side generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
25°C (77°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
220 hours
289 hours
300 hours
Monthly rainfall
59 mm (2.3 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
9.6 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
5 days
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Side →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Istanbul 21°C (70°F) 14°C (57°F) 37 mm (1.5 in)
Trabzon 19°C (66°F) 13°C (55°F) 165 mm (6.5 in)
Antalya 25°C (77°F) 16°C (61°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Ankara 23°C (73°F) 9°C (48°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Bodrum City 22°C (72°F) 18°C (64°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Izmir 27°C (81°F) 14°C (57°F) 43 mm (1.7 in)

Turkey weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Turkey in May?

Expect perfect weather across Turkey in May. The popular destination of Istanbul averages 21°C (70°F) by day and 14°C (57°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Turkey in May?

Average temperatures in Turkey during May range from a nighttime low near 14°C (57°F) to a daytime high around 21°C (70°F) in Istanbul.

Does Turkey get a lot of rain in May?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Turkey during May, with Istanbul averaging close to 37 mm (1.5 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Turkey?

We believe that May is one of the best times to visit Turkey with overall perfect weather in Istanbul. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August, September and October offering mostly perfect weather in Istanbul. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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We have much more information about the climate in Turkey.

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