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Mediterranean Region Turkey Weather in May

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

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Considering a trip to Mediterranean Region Turkey, 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 Mediterranean Region Turkey in May

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

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is pleasant in Egirdir at 21°C (70°F) to warm in Adana at 29°C (84°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 17°C (63°F) in Adana and 10°C (50°F) in Egirdir.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Mediterranean Region Turkey, Turkey, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Kocaslı with an average of 19 mm (0.7 in) to moderate rainfall in Hisarcandir with 95 mm (3.7 in).

Average sunshine

May brings good sunshine to many areas. Antalya sees around 297 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

Explore Mediterranean Region Turkey by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Mediterranean Region Turkey - and find the best time to visit. (based on Antalya)

January14°C (57°F) February15°C (59°F) March17°C (63°F) April21°C (70°F) May25°C (77°F) June31°C (88°F) This monthJuly34°C (93°F) August34°C (93°F) September31°C (88°F) October26°C (79°F) November20°C (68°F) December15°C (59°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Mediterranean Region Turkey in May

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

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 Mediterranean Region Turkey

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

Temperature range in Mediterranean Region Turkey (May)

Precipitation variation in Mediterranean Region Turkey (May)

Antalya

In May Antalya generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
235 hours
297 hours
330 hours
Monthly rainfall
80 mm (3.1 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
13 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
6 days
4 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Antalya →

Alanya

In May Alanya generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
23°C (73°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
218 hours
287 hours
347 hours
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
52 mm (2 in)
25 mm (1 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
6 days
4 days
Weather conditions
very good
excellent
excellent
Climate in Alanya →

Side

In May Side generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
25°C (77°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
220 hours
289 hours
300 hours
Monthly rainfall
59 mm (2.3 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
9.6 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
5 days
3 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Side →

Kas

In May Kas generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
22°C (72°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
238 hours
301 hours
343 hours
Monthly rainfall
44 mm (1.7 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
9.5 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
6 days
5 days
Weather conditions
very good
excellent
excellent
Climate in Kas →

Kemer

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

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
23°C (73°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
235 hours
297 hours
330 hours
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
19 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
6 days
4 days
Weather conditions
very good
excellent
excellent
Climate in Kemer →

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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Mediterranean Region Turkey in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Antalya 25°C (77°F) 16°C (61°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Alanya 23°C (73°F) 16°C (61°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Side 25°C (77°F) 17°C (63°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Kas 22°C (72°F) 16°C (61°F) 32 mm (1.3 in)
Kemer 23°C (73°F) 17°C (63°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Kalkan 23°C (73°F) 16°C (61°F) 32 mm (1.3 in)

Mediterranean Region Turkey weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Mediterranean Region Turkey, Turkey in May?

In May, Mediterranean Region Turkey, Turkey generally has excellent weather conditions. Antalya sees daytime temperatures near 25°C (77°F), with nights cooling to roughly 16°C (61°F).

What is the average temperature in Mediterranean Region Turkey, Turkey in May?

Average temperatures in Mediterranean Region Turkey, Turkey during May range from a nighttime low near 16°C (61°F) to a daytime high around 25°C (77°F) in Antalya.

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Mediterranean Region Turkey, Turkey during May, with Antalya averaging close to 58 mm (2.3 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Mediterranean Region Turkey, Turkey?

We consider May to be one of the best times to travel to Mediterranean Region Turkey, Turkey. Typically, the climate in Antalya is excellent.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in April and May offering mostly excellent weather in Antalya. In contrast, January, July, August and December tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Mediterranean Region Turkey.

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