Weather in Marmaris in April

How April compares

April is the 7th warmest month of the year in Marmaris and ranks 68th of 134 destinations we compare for April - see where else is hot in April. Within Turkey it is 7th of 18 (Turkey in April). Against London's average high of 13.5°C in April, Marmaris is 6.4°C warmer by day and 7.4°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in April

The typical April day in Marmaris peaks at 19.9°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 23.7°C or more. Roughly 1 in 23 days top 25°C and 1 in 333 pass 30°C. Nights average 12.5°C; one night in ten drops to 9.9°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings - it is genuinely cool after dark. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest April day here reached 31.3°C (2018-04-28) and the coldest night 4.2°C (1997-04-10).

Rain in April

Some rain (4-8 rainy days): about 8 days with 1 mm or more, 65 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest April was 2019 with 155 mm, the driest 2007 with 5 mm. Humidity averages 72%.

Sea temperature in April

The sea averages 17.3°C - too cold for most (under 18°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 16.6°C to 17.9°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (26.9°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 7.8 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 13.0 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 06:33 and sets about 19:41 local time in mid-April. Average cloud cover is 39%.

Is April a good time to visit Marmaris?

April is not the strongest month here: mild days. The best months for Marmaris on our scoring are September, June, May; months averaging 25°C or more: Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep.

Mild days, cooler evenings

Expect pleasant warmth rather than dependable heat. The warmest days reach 23.7°C or more, so a sheltered spot in the midday sun may feel comfortable in a T-shirt. That is not the whole picture, though: the coldest nights fall to 9.9°C or below. A jumper and a light jacket will be useful for evenings outdoors, and trousers are a sensible addition to shorts. There is about 7.8 hours of sunshine within 13.0 hours of daylight, giving you plenty of scope to spend time outside without making everything revolve around midday. April suits travellers who prefer being active in mild conditions to lying out in sustained heat.

Leave room for rain and treat swimming as optional

Rain is a real consideration, with about 8 rainy days during April. Keep your outdoor plans flexible and bring a light waterproof, rather than assuming every day will be dry. The bigger catch for a beach-focused trip is the water: the sea averages 17.3°C, with a year-to-year range of 17°C to 18°C. That is cold, not comfortably warm swimming water, even when the air feels pleasant. Sitting by the sea and taking a dip are different propositions this month. If you are considering accommodation with a pool, check that it is heated rather than assuming it will be comfortable. April makes more sense when swimming is a bonus, not the main reason for going.