Gumbet weather by month

When to go to Gumbet

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 (160 mm, about 12 rainy days) and July the driest (1 mm). The sea is warmest in August at 25.6°C and coolest in March at 16.0°C.

Getting there

A direct flight from London Gatwick to Milas Bodrum International Airport (BJV, 31 km from Bodrum) takes roughly 4 h 6 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 Gumbet between 1991 and 2020 reached 40.5°C on 2 July 2017; the coldest fell to -0.9°C on 14 February 2004. In August one day in ten tops 32.6°C and about 33% of days pass 30°C; in January one night in ten drops to 5.5°C or below. The wettest single month of the period was January 2019 with 379 mm, against a January average of 157 mm.

Spring: warmer days, but the sea takes time

March is better suited to spending time outdoors in layers than planning long swims: daytime temperatures average 16°C, and the sea is equally cool. April brings an average high of 18°C, though rain remains a consideration and evenings still call for a jumper or light jacket. May is the clearer turning point for a warm-weather holiday, with days averaging 22°C and rain down to 4 days. Its 20°C sea may still feel brisk when you first get in. Choose late spring if you want warmth without summer heat, but pack something warmer for sitting outside after sunset.

Summer: the best fit for sunshine and swimming

June offers a useful balance: days average 26°C, the sea reaches 23°C and rain is uncommon. July and August are hotter, both averaging 29°C by day and 24°C at night, so do not expect much cooling after sunset. Plan more active time for the morning and leave room for shade around midday. July has the longest sunshine duration, averaging 14 hours daily, while August has the warmest sea at 26°C. Both months average 0 rain days, although that is not a guarantee of uninterrupted dry weather. Summer suits travellers who prioritise swimming and sunshine over cool sleeping conditions.

Autumn and winter: lingering warmth, then wetter weather

September keeps much of summer's warmth, with days averaging 26°C and only 2 rain days, making it a good alternative if July and August sound too hot. October remains warm enough for light clothing by day at 23°C, and its 22°C sea is warmer than May's, though showers become more likely. November drops to 18°C, so a swim becomes more a matter of personal tolerance than an obvious daily plan. December is cooler and wetter, with 12 rain days. January's 13°C days and February's 14°C days suit travellers content with mild conditions rather than beach heat. Across winter, bring layers and waterproof outerwear, and keep outdoor plans flexible. Evenings are cool, and the shorter sunshine duration makes this a poor fit for anyone seeking dependable sunbathing weather.