Climate (Turkey)

We recommend you check weather conditions before you depart. The region generally has a dry, hot summer and wet, mild winters. Freak weather conditions could result in delays, changes or in rare cases cancellations to sections of your itinerary.  

Visit our See suggested Packing List (Europe) article for further details on what to pack. 

Turkey is a country located at the crossroads of Europe and Asia. It is bordered by the Mediterranean & the Aegean Sea & to the north lies the Black Sea. Turkey shares borders with several countries and serves as a geographic and cultural bridge between the Middle East and Europe.

The average temperature in Turkey varies depending on the region and the time of year. Summers, especially inland and southeastern areas, can be hot and dry, with temperatures often exceeding 38 degrees Celsius in July and August. Winters are colder, particularly in the eastern and mountainous regions, where temperatures can drop significantly in December and January.

Please see the average temperature and rainfall in Turkey:

January

February

March

April

May

June

July

August

September

October

November 

December