#1Hot
Belek
- Day
- 26.0°C
- Sea
- 25.2°C
- Sun
- 8.0h
- Rain days
- 5
Your October weather guide
Weather in Turkey in October
October is a good month for Turkey if you want warm days without making intense heat the focus of your holiday. Country averages sit at 23°C by day, 16°C at night and 23°C in the sea, but your destination makes a real difference. The warmer coast suits swimming and time outdoors; cooler places call for more layers. The catch is rain, so leave some flexibility rather than expecting uninterrupted beach weather.
Long-term climate averages, not a forecast · 1991-2020
- Average daytime high
- 23.3°Cacross 18 destinations
- Average night-time low
- 15.7°Cafter dark
- Sea temperature
- 23.0°Cwarm enough to swim
- Rainy days
- 6days1 mm or more
Turkey, month by month
Turn up the warmth
Warmest places in Turkey in October
Ranked by average daytime high. The full comparison is in the table below.
Turkey destinations ranked for October
All 18 places we track in Turkey, ordered by daytime high.
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| # | Destination | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Belek | 26.0°C | 16.0°C | 25.2°C | 8.0 h | 5 | 4 h 24 min |
| 2 | Fethiye | 25.1°C | 14.8°C | 24.3°C | 8.1 h | 6 | 4 h 18 min |
| 3 | Dalaman | 25.0°C | 16.0°C | 24.3°C | 8.1 h | 5 | 4 h 12 min |
| 4 | Dalyan | 25.0°C | 16.7°C | 24.2°C | 8.0 h | 5 | 4 h 12 min |
| 5 | Antalya | 24.8°C | 15.2°C | 25.1°C | 7.7 h | 6 | 4 h 24 min |
| 6 | Marmaris | 24.8°C | 17.6°C | 23.9°C | 8.0 h | 5 | 4 h 12 min |
| 7 | Lara Beach | 24.8°C | 15.2°C | 25.1°C | 7.7 h | 6 | 4 h 24 min |
| 8 | Alanya | 24.4°C | 16.0°C | 25.4°C | 8.1 h | 6 | 4 h 30 min |
| 9 | Sarigerme | 24.3°C | 17.0°C | 24.3°C | 8.1 h | 5 | 4 h 12 min |
| 10 | Kusadasi | 24.3°C | 15.6°C | 21.3°C | 7.5 h | 5 | 4 h |
| 11 | Icmeler | 23.7°C | 19.0°C | 24.0°C | 8.0 h | 5 | 4 h 12 min |
| 12 | Oludeniz | 22.8°C | 13.0°C | 24.4°C | 8.2 h | 5 | 4 h 18 min |
| 13 | Bodrum | 22.7°C | 18.4°C | 22.4°C | 7.9 h | 5 | 4 h 6 min |
| 14 | Gumbet | 22.7°C | 18.4°C | 22.4°C | 7.9 h | 5 | 4 h 6 min |
| 15 | Kemer | 21.4°C | 13.6°C | 20.1°C | 6.6 h | 6 | 3 h 48 min |
| 16 | Side | 19.5°C | 13.3°C | 19.6°C | 4.3 h | 15 | 4 h 36 min |
| 17 | Istanbul | 19.2°C | 14.5°C | 18.9°C | 5.3 h | 9 | 3 h 54 min |
| 18 | Hisaronu | 19.2°C | 12.8°C | 19.4°C | 5.2 h | 10 | 4 h 6 min |
18 destinations shownClimate averages, not a forecast.
October climate overview
Daytime highs across Turkey in October run from 19.2°C (Hisaronu) to 26.0°C (Belek). In Belek about 63% of October days reach 25°C. Nights average 15.7°C; the coldest 10% of nights in Hisaronu fall to 9°C or below.
Rainfall in October
Expect around 6 rainy days (1 mm or more) in October, with Bodrum the driest (5 days) and Side the wettest (15 days). The wettest October at Belek between 1991 and 2020 was 1997 with 246 mm; the driest was 2016 with 6 mm.
Sea temperature
The sea averages 23.0°C around Turkey in October - warmest at Alanya (25.4°C). That is comfortable for swimming.
Sunshine and daylight
Around 7.4 hours of sunshine a day on average, out of 11.0 hours of daylight (sunshine estimated from cloud cover).
October against the rest of the year in Turkey
October is the 5th warmest month of the twelve in Turkey. It is 4.6°C cooler than September and 5.2°C cooler in November. The hottest month here is August (31°C) and the coolest January (12°C).
Which part of Turkey in October?
- Most sunshine: Oludeniz, 8.2 h a day.
- Driest: Bodrum, about 5 rainy days.
- Warmest sea: Alanya, 25°C.
- Hottest: Belek, 26°C by day.
- Coolest (better for walking and cities): Istanbul, 19°C.
What to pack for Turkey in October
Based on the averages: light layers - warm in the sun, cooler in the shade; a light jumper for evenings (16°C at night); a light waterproof for the odd shower; swimwear - the sea is 23°C.
Similar weather elsewhere in October
Within 1.5°C of Turkey's October daytime average: Bermuda (25°C, sea 26°C), Tenerife (25°C, sea 24°C), Hammamet (24°C, sea 24°C), Crete (24°C, sea 23°C), Fuerteventura (24°C, sea 23°C). See the full ranking for October.
Choose the warmer coast for swimming
For a holiday built around warm weather and swimming, the Antalya coast is a strong choice. Belek reaches 26°C by day, while Antalya and Lara Beach average 25°C; all have sea temperatures of 25°C. That makes them a better fit for sea swimming than Kusadasi, where the water averages 21°C despite a pleasant daytime temperature of 24°C. Around Fethiye, Dalaman and Dalyan, daytime averages of 25°C and sea temperatures of 24°C offer a useful balance of warmth on land and in the water. Marmaris has similar daytime and sea temperatures, with nights averaging 18°C, making it a useful option if milder evenings matter as much as swimming.
Pack for warm afternoons, cooler evenings and some rain
Light clothing is a sensible starting point for the warmer destinations, but bring a jumper and a light waterproof rather than packing only for the beach. Antalya and Fethiye drop to an average of 15°C at night, so sitting outside can feel quite different from being out in the afternoon. Hisaronu is the coolest destination listed, at 19°C by day, and is less suited to travellers prioritising heat. Turkey averages 6 rainy days in October, so allow room to change outdoor plans. The warmer coast still calls for sun protection and shade when the midday sun feels strong; October warmth should not be mistaken for uniformly cool autumn weather.
A little more detail
Turkey in October FAQs
Plain answers, grounded in the averages.
Where is the hottest place in Turkey in October?
Belek is the warmest of the 18 places we track in Turkey in October with an average high of 26.0°C; Hisaronu is the coolest at 19.2°C.
Is the sea warm in Turkey in October?
The sea averages 22°C or more at Belek (25°C), Fethiye (24°C), Dalaman (24°C), Dalyan (24°C), Antalya (25°C) in October.
Where is hottest in Turkey in October?
Belek is the hottest destination listed, with an average daytime temperature of 26°C. Days above 25°C account for 63% of October days there, making it a strong choice for warmth, though not a guarantee that every afternoon will be hot.
Is Turkey warmer than London in October?
Yes. Turkey averages 23°C by day in October, compared with 15°C in London. The warmer coastal destinations offer a clearer contrast, but location matters: Hisaronu averages 19°C, so do not assume the whole country feels like the warmest coast.
About these averages
ERA5-Land climate reanalysis via Open-Meteo (11 km grid), 1991-2020
Averages computed from daily values at 18 destination points.Records are the highest and lowest daily values in that 30-year period, not all-time records. These are climate averages, not a forecast for your trip. How we measure holiday weather
- Hot · 25°C+
- Warm · 20°C to below 25°C
- Mild · 15°C to below 20°C
- Cool · below 15°C