Your October weather guide
WarmWeather in Antalya in October
Antalya in October is a good choice for warm days and sea swimming, provided you can accept some rain. Daytime highs average about 25°C, the sea is also around 25°C, and there are about 6 rainy days during the month. For a UK traveller, that makes it a useful option for warmth without relying on intense heat. The catch is that evenings need an extra layer and dry weather is not guaranteed.
Long-term climate averages for Antalya, not a forecast · 1991-2020
Antalya, month by month
Your snapshot
At a glance
The useful details for Antalya.
- Average daytime high
- 24.8°C
- 9 in 10 days stay below 29°C
- Average night-time low
- 15.2°C
- coldest 10% of nights: 12°C or lower
- Compared with London
- +10.2°C
- London averages 14.6°C in October
- Sea temperature
- 25.1°C
- year to year: 24°C to 26°C
- Sunshine per day (est.)
- 7.7h
- 70% of 11.0 h of daylight
- Rainy days (1 mm+)
- 6
- 101 mm over the month
- Humidity
- 64%
- Days over 25°C
- 50%
- 7% over 30°C
- Record high 1991-2020
- 38.6°C
- 2020-10-06
- Record low 1991-2020
- 6.2°C
- 2003-10-30
- Flight from London
- ≈ 4 h 24 min
- 2900 km, short-haul (estimate for a direct flight)
Records are observed extremes within 1991-2020, not typical holiday conditions. Warm-day percentages are shares of days, not day counts.
How October compares
October is the 6th warmest month of the year in Antalya and ranks 58th of 134 destinations we compare for October - see where else is hot in October. Within Turkey it is 5th of 18 (Turkey in October). Against London's average high of 14.6°C in October, Antalya is 10.2°C warmer by day and 6.8°C warmer at night.
Daytime and night-time in October
The typical October day in Antalya peaks at 24.8°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 29.3°C or more. Roughly 1 in 2 days top 25°C and 1 in 14 pass 30°C. Nights average 15.2°C; one night in ten drops to 12.1°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest October day here reached 38.6°C (2020-10-06) and the coldest night 6.2°C (2003-10-30).
Rain in October
Some rain (4-8 rainy days): about 6 days with 1 mm or more, 101 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest October was 1997 with 331 mm, the driest 2001 with 14 mm. Humidity averages 64%.
Sea temperature in October
The sea averages 25.1°C - warm enough to swim (22°c+). Depending on the year it ranges from 23.9°C to 26.0°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (29.0°C).
Sunshine and daylight
Around 7.7 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 11.0 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 07:05 and sets about 18:21 local time in mid-October. Average cloud cover is 30%.
Is October a good time to visit Antalya?
Yes - it is one of the better months: warm days, manageable rain and long sunny days. The best months for Antalya on our scoring are June, September, May; months averaging 25°C or more: Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep.
Warm enough to swim, cooler after dark
Pack mainly for warm weather, but leave room for a jumper or light jacket. Average night lows of about 15°C mean daytime clothing may feel too light once the sun has gone, and the coldest nights can drop to 12.1°C or lower. Midday is the time to be more cautious about heat: warmer days can reach 29.3°C or more, so shade and a slower pace may appeal. The sea is a strong reason to choose October, averaging 25.1°C with a year-to-year range of 24°C to 26°C. That puts it comfortably in swimming territory, rather than making a dip something you need to brace yourself for.
Plenty of sunshine, but keep plans flexible
October offers about 7.7 hours of sunshine within 11 hours of daylight, leaving a useful window for time outdoors. It suits travellers who want to swim, sit outside and spend time in the open air without needing every day to follow a fixed plan. Rain is the main compromise: about 6 days receive at least 1 mm, so a light waterproof is sensible alongside your sun protection. That does not tell you how long any shower will last, so avoid assuming wet days will be brief interruptions. Keep weather-dependent plans flexible, and use the daylight rather than counting on warm evenings.
A little perspective
Antalya through the year
October is highlighted. See how it compares with the rest of the year.
| Month | Day | Night | Sea | Sun/day | Rain mm | Rainy days | Days 25°C+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12.6°C | 5.4°C | 17.7°C | 4.7 | 217 | 13 | 0% |
| February | 13.6°C | 5.6°C | 16.8°C | 5.3 | 134 | 11 | 0% |
| March | 16.4°C | 7.2°C | 16.6°C | 6.5 | 110 | 10 | 0% |
| April | 20.0°C | 10.0°C | 17.8°C | 7.5 | 72 | 8 | 7% |
| Maybest | 24.8°C | 14.3°C | 21.1°C | 9.4 | 50 | 6 | 45% |
| Junebest | 30.4°C | 19.3°C | 24.8°C | 12.4 | 9 | 2 | 95% |
| July | 34.3°C | 22.9°C | 27.8°C | 13.4 | 3 | 1 | 100% |
| August | 34.2°C | 23.3°C | 29.0°C | 12.6 | 3 | 1 | 100% |
| Septemberbest | 30.3°C | 19.6°C | 27.7°C | 10.7 | 23 | 2 | 95% |
| OctoberSelected | 24.8°C | 15.2°C | 25.1°C | 7.7 | 101 | 6 | 50% |
| November | 18.9°C | 10.3°C | 22.0°C | 6.0 | 135 | 8 | 5% |
| December | 14.1°C | 7.1°C | 19.5°C | 4.6 | 228 | 13 | 0% |
Day = average daytime high, night = average night-time low, 1991-2020.Sun is hours per day; rainy days count 1 mm or more.
Day, night and sea
Monthly average temperatures, 1991-2020
- Day
- Night
- Sea
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A little more detail
Antalya in October FAQs
Plain answers, grounded in the averages.
Is Antalya hot in October?
Antalya is warm in October: the average daytime high is 24.8°C and nights average 15.2°C. Roughly 1 in 2 October days reach 25°C.
Can you swim in the sea in Antalya in October?
The sea around Antalya averages 25.1°C in October, which is warm enough for most people to swim comfortably. Between 1991 and 2020 it ranged from 24°C to 26°C depending on the year.
How much does it rain in Antalya in October?
Antalya sees about 6 rainy days (1 mm or more) and 101 mm of rain in a typical October. The wettest October between 1991 and 2020 was 1997 (331 mm) and the driest was 2001 (14 mm).
How sunny is Antalya in October?
Antalya gets around 7.7 hours of sunshine a day in October out of 11.0 hours of daylight (estimated from average cloud cover).
How does Antalya compare with the UK in October?
Antalya is on average 10.2°C warmer than London by day in October (24.8°C against 14.6°C).
What is the hottest October on record in Antalya?
Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest October day in Antalya reached 38.6°C on 2020-10-06, and the coldest night dropped to 6.2°C on 2003-10-30.
How much warmer is Antalya than London in October?
Antalya's average daytime high is 24.8°C, compared with 14.6°C in London - a difference of 10.2°C. That is a substantial step up in daytime warmth, though Antalya's cooler nights still make an extra layer sensible.
Can I expect 30°C heat?
It is possible, but not something to plan around: 7% of October days reach 30°C. Days reaching 25°C are more common, at 50%, so think warm-weather holiday rather than dependable high heat throughout your stay.
About these averages
ERA5-Land climate reanalysis via Open-Meteo (11 km grid) and NOAA Coral Reef Watch 5 km sea temperatures, 1991-2020
Averages computed from daily values at Antalya. Sea temperature from the nearest 5 km sea cell, 4.1 km from that point. Sunshine hours are estimated from average cloud cover.Records are the highest and lowest daily values in that 30-year period, not all-time records. These are climate averages, not a forecast for your trip. How we measure holiday weather
- Hot · 25°C+
- Warm · 20°C to below 25°C
- Mild · 15°C to below 20°C
- Cool · below 15°C