Weather in Bodrum in November

How November compares

November is the 7th warmest month of the year in Bodrum and ranks 81st of 134 destinations we compare for November - see where else is hot in November. Within Turkey it is 11th of 18 (Turkey in November). Against London's average high of 10.4°C in November, Bodrum is 8.1°C warmer by day and 9.7°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in November

The typical November day in Bodrum peaks at 18.5°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 21.5°C or more. Roughly 1 in 333 days top 25°C. Nights average 14.6°C; one night in ten drops to 11.1°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings - it is genuinely cool after dark. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest November day here reached 26.9°C (2018-11-01) and the coldest night 4.5°C (2004-11-26).

Rain in November

Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 8 days with 1 mm or more, 118 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest November was 2001 with 240 mm, the driest 2011 with 15 mm. Humidity averages 72%.

Sea temperature in November

The sea averages 20.2°C - bracing (18-22°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 19.6°C to 21.4°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (25.6°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 6.0 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 10.0 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 07:49 and sets about 18:01 local time in mid-November. Average cloud cover is 40%.

Is November a good time to visit Bodrum?

November is not the strongest month here: mild 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 days, cooler evenings

Pack for changing comfort levels rather than summer heat. A light layer that you can take off during warmer spells, plus a jacket for evenings, is more useful than a suitcase built around beachwear. Average night lows are 14.6°C, with the coldest nights reaching 11.1°C or lower, so sitting outside after dark may feel cool. The warmer days reach 21.5°C or more, which can suit a relaxed lunch outdoors, but that is not the everyday expectation. If you dislike hot weather, November makes sense: the main compromise is having to adjust your clothing and plans, rather than dealing with heat at midday. June, July and August score better overall here, but November offers milder conditions.

Leave room for rain

Rain is the main reason to be cautious about November. About 8 days have measurable rain, and the month is wet overall, so bring a waterproof jacket and footwear you are happy to wear in damp conditions. Keep outdoor plans movable rather than relying on a particular day staying dry. There is still useful time outside: sunshine averages about 6 hours within 10 hours of daylight. That leaves scope for enjoying brighter spells, although an average is not a promise of sunshine each day. Plan your outdoor time around the forecast and daylight, and treat a dry afternoon as an opportunity rather than assuming the whole stay will follow the same pattern.