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Central Anatolia Region Weather in May

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

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Considering a trip to Central Anatolia Region, Turkey this May and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Central Anatolia Region in May

Central Anatolia Region, Turkey is a region in Turkey. May in Central Anatolia Region generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is pleasant in Büyükçakır at 19°C (66°F) and warm in Polatlı at 25°C (77°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 11°C (52°F) in Polatlı and 8°C (46°F) in Büyükçakır.

To explore the conditions in Central Anatolia Region, Turkey in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Karaman with an average of 38 mm (1.5 in) to high rainfall in Büyükçakır with 130 mm (5.1 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in May. Ankara typically receives 239 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Central Anatolia Region by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Central Anatolia Region — and find the best time to visit. (based on Ankara)

January5°C (41°F) February7°C (45°F) March12°C (54°F) April17°C (63°F) May23°C (73°F) June27°C (81°F) This monthJuly31°C (88°F) August31°C (88°F) September27°C (81°F) October20°C (68°F) November13°C (55°F) December7°C (45°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Central Anatolia Region in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Central Anatolia Region.

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 Central Anatolia Region

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Central Anatolia Region, Turkey?

Temperature range in Central Anatolia Region (May)

Precipitation variation in Central Anatolia Region (May)

Ankara

In May Ankara generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
23°C (73°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
191 hours
239 hours
283 hours
Monthly rainfall
60 mm (2.4 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
9 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Ankara →

Göreme

In May Göreme generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
23°C (73°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
183 hours
254 hours
309 hours
Monthly rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
33 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
8 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Göreme →

Cappadocia

In May Cappadocia generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
23°C (73°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
183 hours
254 hours
309 hours
Monthly rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
33 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
8 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Cappadocia →

Ürgüp

In May Ürgüp generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
23°C (73°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
183 hours
254 hours
309 hours
Monthly rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
8 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Ürgüp →

Eskisehir

In May Eskisehir generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
24°C (75°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
178 hours
246 hours
290 hours
Monthly rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
50 mm (2 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
8 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Central Anatolia Region in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Ankara 23°C (73°F) 9°C (48°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Göreme 23°C (73°F) 9°C (48°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Cappadocia 23°C (73°F) 9°C (48°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Ürgüp 23°C (73°F) 9°C (48°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Eskisehir 24°C (75°F) 10°C (50°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Konya 24°C (75°F) 10°C (50°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)

Central Anatolia Region weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Central Anatolia Region, Turkey in May?

In May, Central Anatolia Region, Turkey generally has perfect weather conditions. Ankara sees daytime temperatures near 23°C (73°F), with nights cooling to roughly 9°C (48°F).

What is the average temperature in Central Anatolia Region, Turkey in May?

In Ankara, the average daytime high in May is 23°C (73°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 9°C (48°F).

Does Central Anatolia Region, Turkey get a lot of rain in May?

Not particularly. Ankara averages just 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Central Anatolia Region, Turkey.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Central Anatolia Region, Turkey?

We consider May to be one of the best times to travel to Central Anatolia Region, Turkey. Typically, the climate in Ankara is perfect. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Central Anatolia Region, Turkey is in May, June, September and October with generally perfect weather in Ankara. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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