Weather in Belek in August

How August compares

August is the 1st warmest month of the year in Belek. Within Turkey it is 2nd of 18 (Turkey in August). Against London's average high of 21.4°C in August, Belek is 13.4°C warmer by day and 10.1°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in August

The typical August day in Belek peaks at 34.8°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 38.3°C or more. About 100% of days top 25°C and almost every pass 30°C. Nights average 23.6°C; one night in ten drops to 21.3°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest August day here reached 41.5°C (1994-08-16) and the coldest night 18.3°C (1997-08-28).

Rain in August

Dry (3 rainy days or fewer): about 1 days with 1 mm or more, 2 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest August was 2017 with 19 mm, the driest 1993 with 0 mm. Humidity averages 58%.

Sea temperature in August

The sea averages 29.0°C - warm enough to swim (22°c+). Depending on the year it ranges from 28.2°C to 29.6°C. This is the warmest the sea gets here all year.

Sunshine and daylight

Around 12.6 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 13.4 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 06:13 and sets about 19:48 local time in mid-August. Average cloud cover is 6%.

Is August a good time to visit Belek?

It is a reasonable choice: hot days - though the heat can be intense at midday. The best months for Belek on our scoring are June, September, May; months averaging 25°C or more: May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct.

Expect serious heat, not just warm sunshine

August heat is persistent: 98% of days reach 30°C, while the hottest days can reach 38.3°C or more. That makes shade and air-conditioned accommodation practical priorities, particularly if you struggle to sleep in warm rooms. Plan anything active for earlier in the day, then keep midday for resting out of direct sun. Evenings offer some relief from the daytime peak, but average lows of 23.6°C mean they are still warm rather than cool. Pack loose, lightweight clothes and avoid relying on a cooling breeze to make the heat comfortable. For travellers who prefer being outdoors and active throughout the day, August is a demanding choice.

Good swimming weather, with little rain to plan around

The sea averages 29°C, making swimming a strong reason to choose August, although the water may feel more warm than refreshing after time in the sun. With about 12.6 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of scope to swim earlier or later rather than staying exposed through midday. Rainy days are about 0, so wet-weather disruption is unlikely, though not impossible. Sun protection, a hat and easy access to shade are more useful priorities than waterproof layers. This weather suits travellers happy to alternate between the water and shaded downtime; it is less appealing if you want gentle warmth for spending long stretches outdoors.