Icmeler weather by month

When to go to Icmeler

For beach weather, look at months where the daytime average clears 25°C and rainy days stay low: June, July, August, September. January is the wettest month (177 mm, about 12 rainy days) and August the driest (2 mm). The sea is warmest in August at 27.0°C and coolest in March at 16.7°C.

Getting there

A direct flight from London Gatwick to Rhodes International Airport "Diagoras" (RHO, 45 km from İçmeler) takes roughly 4 h 12 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 Icmeler between 1991 and 2020 reached 44.5°C on 1 July 2017; the coldest fell to 0.0°C on 14 February 2004. In August one day in ten tops 34.0°C and about 47% of days pass 30°C; in January one night in ten drops to 6.4°C or below. The wettest single month of the period was January 2019 with 450 mm, against a January average of 177 mm.

Winter: mild days, but keep plans flexible

December to February is the least suitable period for a weather-led beach holiday. December averages 15°C by day, while January and February sit at 14°C: comfortable enough for time outdoors with suitable layers, but not reliably warm for sitting in swimwear. January and December each average 12 rain days, so pack a waterproof and leave room to change outdoor plans. Nights feel cool rather than summery, making a jumper and jacket useful. The sea cools from 19°C in December to 17°C in February, which will feel chilly to many swimmers. Choose winter for avoiding heat, not for dependable dry days.

Spring: May brings the clearest change

March and April are better suited to being active outdoors than lounging by the water. Daytime averages rise from 16°C to 18°C, but the sea stays at 17°C, so sunshine does not necessarily mean comfortable swimming. Bring layers for cooler spells and something waterproof, as rain remains a regular possibility. May feels much closer to beach-holiday weather, with days averaging 23°C and nights 18°C. Its 10 hours of sunshine give you more scope for time outside, although 6 rain days mean a completely dry stay is not guaranteed. The sea reaches 20°C: more inviting than earlier in spring, but still fresh if you prefer warm water.

Summer into autumn: choose your balance of heat and warmth

June offers warm days at 27°C and just 2 rain days, making it a good choice before the strongest heat. July and August average 30°C; plan active outings away from midday and prioritise shade. August nights average 25°C, so cooling matters where you sleep. September eases to 28°C while the sea remains 26°C, a useful balance for swimming without quite as much daytime heat. October is milder again, with air and sea both averaging 24°C, though showers become more likely. November changes the emphasis: days average 19°C and rain becomes more frequent. The sea still averages 22°C, but cooler air makes drying off less comfortable. Pack layers rather than treating late autumn like an extension of summer.