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Turkey Weather in October

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

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Istanbul Trabzon Antalya Ankara

Planning a trip to Turkey this October? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Turkey in October

Turkey has a wide variety of climate types. During October, you can expect temperatures that range from mild to warm and precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is mild in Ardahan at 13°C (55°F) to warm in Harran at 29°C (84°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 15°C (59°F) in Harran and 1°C (34°F) in Ardahan.

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

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Karaman with an average of 19 mm (0.7 in) to heavy rainfall in Hopa with 273 mm (11 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Istanbul as an example - it receives around 159 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

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Best Places to Visit in Turkey in October

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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 October for some of the most popular destinations in Turkey?

Temperature range in Turkey (October)

Precipitation variation in Turkey (October)

Istanbul

In October Istanbul generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
20°C (68°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
235 hours
159 hours
94 hours
Monthly rainfall
51 mm (2 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
11 days
13 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
tolerable
Climate in Istanbul →

Trabzon

In October Trabzon generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
150 hours
138 hours
108 hours
Monthly rainfall
229 mm (9 in)
228 mm (9 in)
146 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Trabzon →

Antalya

In October Antalya generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
26°C (79°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
16°C (61°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
272 hours
235 hours
176 hours
Monthly rainfall
29 mm (1.1 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
6 days
8 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Antalya →

Alanya

In October Alanya generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
24°C (75°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
17°C (63°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
279 hours
223 hours
168 hours
Monthly rainfall
26 mm (1 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
7 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
tolerable
Climate in Alanya →

Side

In October Side generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
26°C (79°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
18°C (64°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
240 hours
214 hours
167 hours
Monthly rainfall
25 mm (1 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
130 mm (5.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
6 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Side →

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Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Istanbul 20°C (68°F) 15°C (59°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Trabzon 20°C (68°F) 14°C (57°F) 228 mm (9 in)
Antalya 26°C (79°F) 16°C (61°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
Ankara 20°C (68°F) 7°C (45°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)
Bodrum City 23°C (73°F) 20°C (68°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Izmir 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)

Turkey weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Turkey in October?

Turkey typically experiences perfect weather in October, part of the season. Daytime highs in Istanbul average around 20°C (68°F), and temperatures drop to about 15°C (59°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Turkey in October?

Daytime temperatures in Istanbul peak at roughly 20°C (68°F) in October, dropping to about 15°C (59°F) overnight.

Does Turkey get a lot of rain in October?

October is on the drier side in Turkey. Istanbul averages only about 79 mm (3.1 in), with most days staying dry.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Turkey?

We believe that October is one of the best times to visit Turkey with overall perfect weather in Istanbul. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, May, June, July, August, September and October provide perfect weather in Istanbul. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Turkey.

Weather and climate has detailed information for every country in the world. Are you going to Turkey? Get detailed historical weather averages for many cities in Turkey.

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