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Turkey Weather in September

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

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Thinking about venturing to Turkey this September 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 September

Turkey has a wide variety of climate types. During September, you can expect temperatures that range from pleasant to very hot and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from pleasant in Ardahan at 19°C (66°F) to very hot in Harran at 37°C (99°F). At night it cools down to 21°C (70°F) in Harran and 6°C (43°F) in Ardahan.

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

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Nusaybin with an average of 1.9 mm (0.1 in) to heavy rainfall in Cayeli with 293 mm (12 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Istanbul enjoys about 235 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Turkey in September

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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 September for some of the most popular destinations in Turkey?

Temperature range in Turkey (September)

Precipitation variation in Turkey (September)

Istanbul

In September Istanbul generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

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September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
25°C (77°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
288 hours
235 hours
159 hours
Monthly rainfall
24 mm (0.9 in)
51 mm (2 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
6 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Istanbul →

Trabzon

In September Trabzon generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
167 hours
150 hours
138 hours
Monthly rainfall
159 mm (6.3 in)
229 mm (9 in)
228 mm (9 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Trabzon →

Antalya

In September Antalya generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
31°C (88°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
324 hours
272 hours
235 hours
Monthly rainfall
4 mm (0.2 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
4 days
6 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Antalya →

Alanya

In September Alanya generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
28°C (82°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
316 hours
279 hours
223 hours
Monthly rainfall
16 mm (0.6 in)
26 mm (1 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
4 days
7 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Alanya →

Side

In September Side generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
30°C (86°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
22°C (72°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
280 hours
240 hours
214 hours
Monthly rainfall
4.1 mm (0.2 in)
25 mm (1 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
5 days
6 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Side →

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Popular cities in September

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Istanbul 25°C (77°F) 19°C (66°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Trabzon 23°C (73°F) 17°C (63°F) 229 mm (9 in)
Antalya 31°C (88°F) 21°C (70°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)
Ankara 27°C (81°F) 12°C (54°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Bodrum City 26°C (79°F) 23°C (73°F) 21 mm (0.8 in)
Izmir 31°C (88°F) 18°C (64°F) 27 mm (1.1 in)

Turkey weather in September: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Turkey in September?

In September, Turkey generally has perfect weather conditions. Istanbul sees daytime temperatures near 25°C (77°F), with nights cooling to roughly 19°C (66°F).

What is the average temperature in Turkey in September?

Daytime temperatures in Istanbul peak at roughly 25°C (77°F) in September, dropping to about 19°C (66°F) overnight.

Does Turkey get a lot of rain in September?

Not particularly. Istanbul averages just 51 mm (2 in) of rain in September, making it a mostly dry month for Turkey.

Is September a Good Time to Visit Turkey?

We consider September to be one of the best times to travel to Turkey. Typically, the climate in Istanbul is perfect. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Turkey is in May, June, July, August, September and October with generally 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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