The best time to visit Antalya is March, April, May, October and November, when average highs sit in the comfortable low-to-high 20s and rain stays light — April warms to 22.3 °C with just 7 rain days, and October reaches 27.3 °C with 5 rain days, both perfect for exploring Kaleiçi Old Town and the coast. July and August are peak season, with highs of 36.5 °C and 35.1 °C alongside school-holiday crowds and higher prices. Winter is the quiet, low season — mild but wetter, with 11 to 12 rain days in December and January.
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Antalya month by month
Average highs and lows (°C), 2016–2025. Highlighted bars are the best months.
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Sun / day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14.3 °C | 6.2 °C | 11 | 7.3 h |
| February | 15.7 °C | 6.4 °C | 8 | 8.4 h |
| March | 18.2 °C | 8.1 °C | 8 | 9.8 h |
| April | 22.3 °C | 11.1 °C | 7 | 11 h |
| May | 26.7 °C | 15.4 °C | 7 | 12.5 h |
| June | 31.8 °C | 20 °C | 5 | 13.7 h |
| July | 36.5 °C | 24.2 °C | 2 | 13.9 h |
| August | 35.1 °C | 24.2 °C | 2 | 12.8 h |
| September | 32.5 °C | 20.8 °C | 3 | 11.7 h |
| October | 27.3 °C | 16 °C | 5 | 10.2 h |
| November | 21.5 °C | 11.5 °C | 8 | 8.2 h |
| December | 16.3 °C | 8 °C | 12 | 6.9 h |
How the months are picked.A month qualifies when its average high sits in the comfortable 20–28 °C band (scored down towards 9 °C and 37 °C), rain days are few and sunshine hours are high — at least 78 % of the city's best-scoring month. July and August are then set aside as peak season (school-holiday crowds and prices) whenever at least three other months qualify; where summer is the only comfortable window they stay. Figures are ten-year averages (2016-01-01 to 2025-12-31) from ERA5 reanalysis data via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0) for the city centre coordinates.
When to go, and what to expect
Spring (Mar-May)
The ideal window for sightseeing, walking and warming seas — worth it.
Summer (Jun-Aug)
For committed beach and pool lovers who tolerate heat and crowds; skip if you want to explore.
Autumn (Sep-Nov)
October and November bring warm seas and comfortable days — excellent value time.
Winter (Dec-Feb)
Fine for low-key city breaks and museums, less so for beaches.
Notable events
- Autumn (usually October)
- Antalya Golden Orange Film Festival
- Summer season
- International Antalya Sand Sculpture Festival
- 29 October
- Republic Day
- Autumn
- Antalya Piano Festival
Frequently asked
Is Antalya too hot in August?
For many, yes — August highs average 35.1 °C, only just below July's 36.5 °C, making midday sightseeing draining. It's best if you plan to stay near water.
What is the rainiest month?
December, with 12 rain days and the lowest sunshine at 6.9 hours a day, closely followed by January with 11 rain days.
Is winter worth it in Antalya?
It's mild, with highs of 14.3 °C in January and 16.3 °C in December, and it's the quietest season — good for Old Town and museums, but expect 11-12 rain days and cool seas.
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Sources
- Open-Meteo historical weather API — monthly climate normals, 2016–2025 (CC BY 4.0)
- ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF / Copernicus) — the underlying temperature, precipitation and sunshine data
- ReasonStay methodology — how the best months are computed and checked
An independent guide to Antalya — honest, verified, no invented data. Climate figures: ERA5 via Open-Meteo, 2016–2025 averages; the best months are computed from them, not opinion.