Best time to visit
Best Time to Visit Antalya
The main gateway to the Turkish Riviera, with a historic walled harbour (Kaleiçi), waterfalls and nearby beach resorts like Lara, Belek and Kemer.
Best time to visit: May–June and September–October for warm weather; July and August are very hot.
Local tip: Summer afternoons are very hot — plan sightseeing for early morning and evening.
Getting around: Trams and buses serve the city; resorts are reached by shuttle, bus or taxi.
Good to know: Spring and autumn are good for combining beaches with ancient sites.
What to plan your trip around
- Kaleiçi
Antalya's old town with Ottoman houses and a Roman harbour.
- Düden Waterfalls
Waterfalls dropping into the sea near the city.
- Aspendos
A remarkably preserved Roman theatre east of the city.
- Konyaaltı Beach
A long pebble beach backed by mountains.
Antalya weather by month
Antalya weather by month
Average temperatures and rainfall Antalya gets in each month (2011–2020). Tap a month for the full breakdown.
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12°C | 3°C | 172 mm | 76% |
| February | 14°C | 5°C | 90 mm | 75% |
| March | 17°C | 6°C | 72 mm | 71% |
| April | 21°C | 10°C | 41 mm | 67% |
| May | 25°C | 14°C | 51 mm | 65% |
| June | 30°C | 18°C | 23 mm | 56% |
| July | 36°C | 22°C | 5 mm | 44% |
| August | 36°C | 23°C | 7 mm | 43% |
| September | 33°C | 20°C | 29 mm | 48% |
| October | 26°C | 14°C | 63 mm | 56% |
| November | 20°C | 9°C | 61 mm | 64% |
| December | 14°C | 5°C | 144 mm | 73% |
Antalya through the year
January · 12° / 3°C · 172 mm
- Expect more cloud than at any other time of year.
- Rain is above Antalya's usual level, by about 172%.
April · 21° / 10°C · 41 mm
- Seasonally, April counts as mid-spring in Antalya.
- Good walking weather for combining Düden Waterfalls and Kaleiçi in one day.
July · 36° / 22°C · 5 mm
- Only one month is warmer in Antalya than July.
- Rain is well below Antalya's usual level (around 92% less).
October · 26° / 14°C · 63 mm
- Temperatures are falling — expect highs around 6°C lower by November.
- Antalya is usually about 2°C warmer than Side, 60 km away, in October.
The best time to visit Antalya is April, May and November, when average highs are 20–25°C and rainfall is around 51 mm a month.
At a glance
When to go to Antalya, season by season
December – February
Rainy13° / 5°C · 135 mm
The wettest part of the year. Showers are likely, so pack a rain jacket and keep plans flexible.
March – May
Best time21° / 10°C · 55 mm
Pleasant temperatures and relatively little rain: the best window for sightseeing and time outdoors.
June – August
Hot34° / 21°C · 12 mm
Very hot days. Plan sightseeing for mornings and evenings and keep the afternoon for shade or the beach.
Frequently asked questions
- When is the best time to visit Antalya?
- For pleasant, fairly dry weather, go to Antalya in April, May and November. Average highs are then 20–25°C.
- Why is April a good time to visit Antalya?
- In April, Antalya averages 21°C by day and 10°C at night, with about 41 mm of rain and 54% cloud cover: warm enough to be outdoors without the peak heat or the wettest weather.
- What is the warmest month in Antalya?
- August is the warmest month in Antalya, with average highs of 36°C and lows of 23°C.
- What is the coldest month in Antalya?
- January is the coldest month in Antalya: average highs of 12°C, dropping to 3°C at night.
- When does it rain the most in Antalya?
- January is the wettest month in Antalya with about 172 mm of rain. The driest is July, with around 5 mm.
- When is the worst time to visit Antalya?
- January is the least pleasant month in Antalya, with average highs of just 12°C. It's still fine for museums and fewer crowds.
- Is the shoulder season a good time to visit Antalya?
- Yes. March, June and October sit just outside the best months for Antalya, with average highs of 17–30°C and about 53 mm of rain a month. Weather-wise, they are a good alternative to the peak months.
- How can I check the weather in Antalya before I travel?
- Compare the live forecast for Antalya from three independent weather services on WeatherCompare. When they agree, the forecast is more reliable.
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