Temperature in Turkey in October

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities across Turkey this October.

Turkey, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in October ranging from 13°C (55°F) in Ardahan to 29°C (84°F) in Harran. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 15°C (59°F) in Harran and 1°C (34°F) in Ardahan.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Turkey in October?

Explore the map below to discover average October temperatures at the top destinations in Turkey. For a deeper dive, simply click on any destination dot.

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Best Places to Visit in Turkey in October

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in October: blue is cold, red is hot.

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Turkey temperatures in October: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Turkey in October?

Expect daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) in Istanbul. That makes October a pleasant month for Turkey.

How cold does it get at night in Turkey in October?

After dark, Istanbul cools to about 15°C (59°F) on an average October night.

What is the warmest city in October in Turkey?

Harran tops the warmest city list in our database with average maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F) and a minimum nighttime temperature of around 15°C (59°F).

What is the coldest city in October in Turkey?

In our database, Ardahan is the chilliest city in October in Turkey. Daytime temperatures typically peak at 13°C (55°F), while the nighttime lows hover around 1°C (34°F).

How much sun does Turkey get in October?

Across Turkey, sunshine in October ranges from moderately sunny in Ordu (121 hours) to sunny in Fethiye (243 hours).

What is the water temperature in October?

Across Turkey, sea temperatures in October range from cool at 19°C (66°F) in Istanbul to perfect at 25°C (77°F) in Antalya — so swimming conditions depend on which coast you pick.

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