Weather in Bodrum in February

How February compares

February is the 11th warmest month of the year in Bodrum and ranks 86th of 134 destinations we compare for February - see where else is hot in February. Within Turkey it is 8th of 18 (Turkey in February). Against London's average high of 7.9°C in February, Bodrum is 5.8°C warmer by day and 7.8°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in February

The typical February day in Bodrum peaks at 13.7°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 16.7°C or more. Days over 25°C are rare. Nights average 9.8°C; one night in ten drops to 5.5°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings - it is genuinely cool after dark. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest February day here reached 20.3°C (2019-02-05) and the coldest night -0.9°C (2004-02-14).

Rain in February

Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 11 days with 1 mm or more, 120 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest February was 1999 with 265 mm, the driest 1992 with 17 mm. Humidity averages 71%.

Sea temperature in February

The sea averages 16.1°C - too cold for most (under 18°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 15.4°C to 16.7°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (25.6°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 5.7 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 10.6 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 08:00 and sets about 18:49 local time in mid-February. Average cloud cover is 46%.

Is February a good time to visit Bodrum?

February is not the strongest month here: cool days and frequent rain. The best months for Bodrum on our scoring are August, July, June; months averaging 25°C or more: Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep.

Mild afternoons, but keep your jacket

February is towards the colder end of Bodrum’s year, so think of it as a change of scene rather than a dose of summer. The warmer days reach 16.7°C or more, which can make an afternoon outdoors pleasant with adaptable layers. The catch comes after dark: the coldest nights fall to 5.5°C or below, so a light summer jacket is not the safest packing choice. Bring a jumper, long trousers and an outer layer you can wear comfortably into the evening. There is little reason to plan around midday heat; use the milder part of the day for your longest spells outside.

Plan around rain, not just sunshine

With about 11 rainy days, February is a month for flexible plans rather than a fixed schedule of outdoor days. Pack a waterproof jacket and shoes you are happy to wear on wet ground, and leave room to move outdoor time into clearer spells. Average sunshine of about 5.7 hours within 10.6 hours of daylight suggests useful bright intervals, but it does not promise a clear day from morning to evening. This suits travellers who do not mind changing plans when the weather turns. If rain would make the whole trip feel wasted, February is a poor match for that kind of holiday.

The sea is the main limitation

The sea is cold in February, so do not confuse a sunny afternoon with comfortable swimming conditions. Its year-to-year range of 15°C to 17°C stays below the 22°C threshold for comfortable swimming in the fact sheet’s terms. For most travellers, time by the water makes more sense than time in it, with a warm layer ready for afterwards if you do choose a brief dip. This is therefore better suited to someone who enjoys being outdoors without needing beach weather. If swimming is central to your decision, the cool water is a stronger reason to reconsider than the daytime air temperature alone.