Best time to visit
Best Time to Visit Marmaris
A resort in a sheltered bay where the Aegean meets the Mediterranean, backed by pine-covered hills.
Best time to visit: May–June and September–October for warm, sunny weather without the midsummer heat.
Local tip: Daily boat trips visit several coves; they're the best way to see the coastline.
Getting around: Dalaman airport is about 90 minutes away; dolmuş minibuses link nearby villages.
Good to know: Winters are mild but wet; almost all the year's rain falls between November and March.
What to plan your trip around
- Marmaris Castle
A small castle above the harbour with a museum.
- Marina
A busy marina with boat trips around the bay.
- Turunç
A quieter beach village reached by water taxi.
- Dalyan
Rock tombs, mud baths and a turtle beach, on a day trip.
Marmaris weather by month
Marmaris weather by month
Average temperatures and rainfall Marmaris gets in each month (2011–2020). Tap a month for the full breakdown.
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12°C | 6°C | 199 mm | 80% |
| February | 13°C | 7°C | 123 mm | 80% |
| March | 16°C | 8°C | 82 mm | 77% |
| April | 20°C | 11°C | 49 mm | 72% |
| May | 24°C | 15°C | 38 mm | 67% |
| June | 30°C | 19°C | 15 mm | 55% |
| July | 35°C | 23°C | 5 mm | 43% |
| August | 35°C | 24°C | 6 mm | 44% |
| September | 32°C | 20°C | 20 mm | 49% |
| October | 25°C | 16°C | 60 mm | 59% |
| November | 20°C | 12°C | 90 mm | 68% |
| December | 14°C | 8°C | 161 mm | 76% |
Marmaris through the year
January · 12° / 6°C · 199 mm
- Expect more cloud than at any other time of year.
- Rain is above Marmaris's usual level, by about 182%.
April · 20° / 11°C · 49 mm
- Good walking weather for combining Dalyan and Marmaris Castle in one day.
- Temperatures are climbing — May is around 5°C warmer.
July · 35° / 23°C · 5 mm
- Just 50 km apart, but Marmaris runs about 7°C warmer than Datça this month.
- Rain is well below Marmaris's usual level (around 93% less).
October · 25° / 16°C · 60 mm
- Seasonally, October counts as mid-autumn in Marmaris.
- Temperatures are falling — expect highs around 6°C lower by November.
The best time to visit Marmaris is April, May and October, when average highs are 20–25°C and rainfall is around 49 mm a month.
At a glance
When to go to Marmaris, season by season
December – February
Rainy13° / 7°C · 161 mm
The wettest part of the year. Showers are likely, so pack a rain jacket and keep plans flexible.
March – May
Best time20° / 11°C · 56 mm
Pleasant temperatures and relatively little rain: the best window for sightseeing and time outdoors.
June – August
Hot34° / 22°C · 9 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 Marmaris?
- For pleasant, fairly dry weather, go to Marmaris in April, May and October. Average highs are then 20–25°C.
- Why is April a good time to visit Marmaris?
- In April, Marmaris averages 20°C by day and 11°C at night, with about 49 mm of rain and 37% cloud cover: warm enough to be outdoors without the peak heat or the wettest weather.
- What is the warmest month in Marmaris?
- July is the warmest month in Marmaris, with average highs of 35°C and lows of 23°C.
- What is the coldest month in Marmaris?
- January is the coldest month in Marmaris: average highs of 12°C, dropping to 6°C at night.
- When does it rain the most in Marmaris?
- January is the wettest month in Marmaris with about 199 mm of rain. The driest is July, with around 5 mm.
- When is the worst time to visit Marmaris?
- January is the least pleasant month in Marmaris, 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 Marmaris?
- Yes. March and June sit just outside the best months for Marmaris, with average highs of 16–30°C and about 49 mm of rain a month. Weather-wise, they are a good alternative to the peak months.
- How can I check the weather in Marmaris before I travel?
- Compare the live forecast for Marmaris from three independent weather services on WeatherCompare. When they agree, the forecast is more reliable.
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