Turkey weather in October

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

What is the weather like in Turkey in October?

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

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is moderate in Ardahan at 13°C to warm in Adana at 29°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 16°C in Adana and 1°C in Ardahan.

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Karaman with an average of 19 mm to heavy rainfall in Hopa with 273 mm. Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 159 hours of sunlight anticipated in Istanbul. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.

For specific regional insights in Turkey for October, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Turkey climate page.

Where to go in Turkey in October

Find the average weather conditions in October for the most popular destinations in Turkey on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailed information.

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

Popular destinations in Turkey

What is the weather like in October for the 5 most popular destinations in Turkey?

Average weather in Istanbul

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

Istanbul
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25°C 
19°C 
235 hours 
51 mm 
6 days 
20°C 
15°C 
159 hours 
79 mm 
11 days 
16°C 
11°C 
94 hours 
76 mm 
13 days 
Climate in Istanbul

Average weather in Trabzon

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

Trabzon
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23°C 
17°C 
150 hours 
229 mm 
10 days 
20°C 
14°C 
138 hours 
228 mm 
12 days 
15°C 
9°C 
108 hours 
146 mm 
12 days 
Climate in Trabzon

Average weather in Antalya

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

Antalya
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31°C 
21°C 
272 hours 
29 mm 
4 days 
26°C 
16°C 
235 hours 
104 mm 
6 days 
20°C 
11°C 
176 hours 
139 mm 
8 days 
Climate in Antalya

Average weather in Alanya

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

Alanya
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28°C 
21°C 
279 hours 
26 mm 
4 days 
24°C 
17°C 
223 hours 
56 mm 
7 days 
19°C 
12°C 
168 hours 
114 mm 
9 days 
Climate in Alanya

Average weather in Side

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

Side
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30°C 
22°C 
240 hours 
25 mm 
5 days 
26°C 
18°C 
214 hours 
88 mm 
6 days 
21°C 
13°C 
167 hours 
130 mm 
9 days 
Climate in Side

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Is October the best 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.

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