Weather in Side in November

How November compares

November is the 8th warmest month of the year in Side. Within Turkey it is 16th of 18 (Turkey in November). Against London's average high of 10.4°C in November, Side is 4.8°C warmer by day and 3.5°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in November

The typical November day in Side peaks at 15.2°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 20.9°C or more. Roughly 1 in 125 days top 25°C. Nights average 8.4°C; one night in ten drops to 3.8°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 25.9°C (2016-11-09) and the coldest night -2.8°C (2001-11-23).

Rain in November

Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 11 days with 1 mm or more, 113 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest November was 2012 with 204 mm, the driest 2010 with 6 mm. Humidity averages 78%.

Sea temperature in November

The sea averages 15.6°C - too cold for most (under 18°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 14.3°C to 17.0°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (25.5°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 4.0 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 9.7 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 07:18 and sets about 17:12 local time in mid-November. Average cloud cover is 58%.

Is November a good time to visit Side?

November is not the strongest month here: mild days and frequent rain. The best months for Side on our scoring are July, August, June; months averaging 25°C or more: Jul, Aug.

Mild afternoons, chilly evenings

Pack for changing temperatures rather than summer heat. A light jumper or jacket should be part of your daytime outfit, with a warmer layer for sitting outside after dark. The warmest 10% of days reach 20.9°C or more, so a pleasantly warm afternoon is possible, but it is not the baseline to plan around. At the other end, the coldest 10% of nights drop to 3.8°C or lower. That makes closed shoes and warmer evening clothing more useful than a suitcase focused on beachwear. November suits travellers who prefer being active in mild air to spending the day seeking strong sunshine.

Leave room for rain and shorter days

Rain is a meaningful part of the November trade-off, so keep outdoor plans flexible and pack a waterproof jacket. About 11 days have measurable rain, which is enough to make a holiday dependent on dry weather a gamble. That does not mean every wet day is a washout, but you should be comfortable changing plans when rain arrives. Sunshine averages about 4.0 hours within 9.7 hours of daylight, so make use of dry spells during the day rather than leaving outdoor time until late. This is a better fit for an adaptable break than for a fixed routine of long days in the sun.

The sea is the main catch

An average sea temperature of 15.6°C puts swimming firmly in cold-water territory. Even the warmer end of the year-to-year range, 17°C, remains cold, so do not book expecting comfortable, leisurely sea swims. Time beside the water is a more realistic priority than time in it, with a layer ready for when you stop moving. If warm water and dependable heat define your holiday, November is a poor match. July, August and June rate better overall here. November makes more sense if swimming is optional and you value mild daytime conditions enough to accept rain, cool evenings and limited sunshine.