Antalya weather by month

When to go to Antalya

For beach weather, look at months where the daytime average clears 25°C and rainy days stay low: June, July, August, September. December is the wettest month (228 mm, about 13 rainy days) and July the driest (3 mm). The sea is warmest in August at 29.0°C and coolest in March at 16.6°C.

Getting there

A direct flight from London Gatwick to Antalya International Airport (AYT, 9 km from Antalya) takes roughly 4 h 24 min - short-haul (up to 4.5 h) by UK standards. Time-zone: Europe/Istanbul.

Records and extremes, 1991-2020

The hottest day recorded in Antalya between 1991 and 2020 reached 42.9°C on 30 June 2017; the coldest fell to -2.5°C on 8 January 2015. In July one day in ten tops 37.9°C and about 92% of days pass 30°C; in January one night in ten drops to 1.7°C or below. The wettest single month of the period was January 2019 with 582 mm, against a January average of 217 mm.

Winter into spring: layers first, swimming later

December, January and February suit travellers who do not need reliable beach weather. January is coolest, with days around 13°C and nights at 5°C; December and February are only slightly warmer. December and January each average 13 rain days, so pack waterproofs and keep outdoor plans flexible. March brings 16°C afternoons, but evenings still call for warm layers and the sea remains cool. April is a more comfortable choice for spending time outside, with 20°C days and 8 hours of sunshine, though swimming at 18°C will feel chilly to many. May makes the clearest shift towards a summer holiday: days reach 25°C, rain becomes less frequent and the sea reaches 21°C. Choose it for warmth without the stronger summer heat, rather than for the warmest water.

Summer: June offers the better balance

June is a strong choice if swimming matters but you would rather avoid the hottest weather. Daytime averages reach 30°C, the sea is 25°C and there are just 2 rain days, making outdoor plans less dependent on the weather. July and August turn up the heat, both averaging 34°C by day and 23°C at night. Plan more active outings for mornings or later in the day, and leave room for shade at midday. Rain is uncommon, but the catch is limited relief from the warmth after sunset. The sea rises from 28°C in July to 29°C in August, suiting travellers who prefer very warm swimming water.

Autumn: warm water outlasts the strongest heat

September is the strongest autumn choice for a beach-focused trip: days still average 30°C, the sea stays at 28°C and rain remains uncommon. It is less hot than high summer, though midday still calls for shade and a slower pace. October offers a gentler balance, with both daytime air and sea temperatures at 25°C. The trade-off is more changeable weather, with 6 rain days, plus cooler evenings that favour a light layer. November is better suited to time outdoors between showers than dependable days by the water. Its 19°C daytime average is mild, but 10°C nights and more frequent rain make warmer clothing useful.