Antalya Weather by Month – Temperature, Sea & Rain

Antalya weather by month from 10 years of data: 14°C by day in January, 36°C in July, sea up to 30°C. Rain, daylight and the best time to visit.

Antalya lies on a wide bay between the Taurus Mountains and the Mediterranean. Summers are long, hot and almost completely dry, while most of the year's rain falls between November and February – in short, heavy showers followed by sunny days.

Antalya climate at a glance

Hottest month: July (36°C by day)
Coldest month: January (14°C by day, 6°C at night)
Swimming season: June to November (sea 22°C or warmer); warmest sea in August at about 30°C
Wettest month: January (226 mm); yearly total about 993 mm

Antalya climate table

Month	Day / night	Sea	Rain mm (days)	Daylight
January	14° / 6°	19°	226 (11)	10.0 h
February	16° / 7°	17°	117 (9)	10.8 h
March	18° / 8°	17°	108 (9)	12.0 h
April	22° / 11°	19°	45 (6)	13.2 h
May	27° / 15°	22°	63 (8)	14.2 h
June	31° / 20°	25°	25 (5)	14.7 h
July	36° / 24°	28°	8 (2)	14.4 h
August	35° / 24°	30°	8 (2)	13.5 h
September	32° / 21°	29°	26 (3)	12.4 h
October	27° / 16°	26°	72 (5)	11.2 h
November	21° / 12°	23°	104 (8)	10.2 h
December	16° / 8°	20°	191 (12)	9.7 h

Day / night: average daily maximum / minimum air temperature (°C). Sea: average sea surface temperature off the coast. Rain: monthly total; in brackets, days with at least 1 mm of rain.

Best time to visit Antalya

Beach holiday: June to October, when the air is warm and the sea is 22°C or warmer.
Sightseeing and active holidays: April to May and November – pleasant temperatures and few rainy days.
Hottest period: July to August – expect frequent days above 35°C.
Quiet season: December to February – the coolest and wettest time, with fewer visitors and lower prices.

The Taurus peaks behind the city often carry snow from December to March – on a clear winter day you can swim in a heated pool by the sea and look at snowy mountains.

Antalya weather month by month

Antalya weather in January: 14°C / 6°C

Antalya averages 14°C during the day and 6°C at night in January. The sea is cool at around 19°C, so most visitors swim in heated indoor pools. This is one of the wetter months, with about 11 rainy days and 226 mm of rain – pack a rain jacket. Pack a warm jacket, a sweater and waterproof shoes. Daylight lasts about 10.0 hours.

Saklıkent ski centre on the Bakırlı mountain, about an hour from the city, usually has snow in January and February.

Antalya weather in February: 16°C / 7°C

Antalya averages 16°C during the day and 7°C at night in February. The sea is cool at around 17°C, so most visitors swim in heated indoor pools. This is one of the wetter months, with about 9 rainy days and 117 mm of rain – pack a rain jacket. Pack a warm jacket, a sweater and waterproof shoes. Daylight lasts about 10.8 hours.

Antalya weather in March: 18°C / 8°C

Antalya averages 18°C during the day and 8°C at night in March. The sea is cool at around 17°C, so most visitors swim in heated indoor pools. This is one of the wetter months, with about 9 rainy days and 108 mm of rain – pack a rain jacket. Bring layers: T-shirt weather on sunny afternoons, a sweater or light jacket in the evening. Daylight lasts about 12.0 hours.

Antalya weather in April: 22°C / 11°C

Antalya averages 22°C during the day and 11°C at night in April. The sea is cool at around 19°C, so most visitors swim in heated indoor pools. Expect around 6 rainy days (45 mm), mostly short showers. Bring layers: T-shirt weather on sunny afternoons, a sweater or light jacket in the evening. Daylight lasts about 13.2 hours.

Antalya weather in May: 27°C / 15°C

Antalya averages 27°C during the day and 15°C at night in May. The sea is refreshing at around 22°C – fine for a quick swim on sunny days. Expect around 8 rainy days (63 mm), mostly short showers. Summer clothes are fine during the day; a light layer is handy for the evening. Daylight lasts about 14.2 hours.

Antalya weather in June: 31°C / 20°C

Antalya averages 31°C during the day and 20°C at night in June. At around 25°C, the sea is pleasant for swimming. Expect around 5 rainy days (25 mm), mostly short showers. Light, breathable clothing, a hat and high-factor sun cream are essential. Daylight lasts about 14.7 hours.

Antalya weather in July: 36°C / 24°C

Antalya averages 36°C during the day and 24°C at night in July. The sea is very warm at around 28°C – perfect for long swims. There are only about 2 rainy days in the month. Heat waves are common: on average 20 days reach 35°C or more, so plan sightseeing for the morning and evening. Light, breathable clothing, a hat and high-factor sun cream are essential. Daylight lasts about 14.4 hours.

Lara and Konyaaltı beaches are busiest in the afternoon; locals swim early in the morning and after 5 pm, when the sun is less intense.

Antalya weather in August: 35°C / 24°C

Antalya averages 35°C during the day and 24°C at night in August. The sea is very warm at around 30°C – perfect for long swims. There are only about 2 rainy days in the month. Heat waves are common: on average 14 days reach 35°C or more, so plan sightseeing for the morning and evening. Light, breathable clothing, a hat and high-factor sun cream are essential. Daylight lasts about 13.5 hours.

Antalya weather in September: 32°C / 21°C

Antalya averages 32°C during the day and 21°C at night in September. The sea is very warm at around 29°C – perfect for long swims. There are only about 3 rainy days in the month. Light, breathable clothing, a hat and high-factor sun cream are essential. Daylight lasts about 12.4 hours.

Antalya weather in October: 27°C / 16°C

Antalya averages 27°C during the day and 16°C at night in October. At around 26°C, the sea is pleasant for swimming. Expect around 5 rainy days (72 mm), mostly short showers. Summer clothes are fine during the day; a light layer is handy for the evening. Daylight lasts about 11.2 hours.

Antalya weather in November: 21°C / 12°C

Antalya averages 21°C during the day and 12°C at night in November. At around 23°C, the sea is pleasant for swimming. Expect around 8 rainy days (104 mm), mostly short showers. Bring layers: T-shirt weather on sunny afternoons, a sweater or light jacket in the evening. Daylight lasts about 10.2 hours.

Antalya weather in December: 16°C / 8°C

Antalya averages 16°C during the day and 8°C at night in December. The sea is refreshing at around 20°C – fine for a quick swim on sunny days. This is one of the wetter months, with about 12 rainy days and 191 mm of rain – pack a rain jacket. Bring layers: T-shirt weather on sunny afternoons, a sweater or light jacket in the evening. Daylight lasts about 9.7 hours.

Getting to Antalya

The nearest airport for Antalya is Antalya Airport (AYT). 4 Seasons Transfer offers private airport transfers at a fixed price per vehicle, with air-conditioned cars, flight tracking and meet & greet – whatever the weather.

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Antalya?
For a beach holiday, June to October is ideal. For sightseeing and hiking, choose April to May and November, when it is warm but not hot.

When is the sea warm enough to swim in Antalya?
The sea is 22°C or warmer from June to November. It is warmest in August, at about 30°C.

What is the hottest month in Antalya?
July, with an average daytime high of 36°C and nights around 24°C.

What is the weather like in Antalya in winter?
From December to February days average about 15°C and nights about 7°C. Expect around 32 rainy days over the three months, with plenty of sunny days in between.

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Source: averages for 2015–2024 calculated by 4 Seasons Transfer. Air temperature, rain and daylight: ERA5 reanalysis (Copernicus / ECMWF) via Open-Meteo, licence CC BY 4.0. Sea temperature: NOAA OISST v2.1 monthly means (NOAA PSL). The weather in a given year can differ from these averages.