Çeşme is at the western tip of the Izmir peninsula, surrounded by sea on three sides. It is noticeably windier and less hot than the rest of the coast: summer days rarely feel stifling, and the sea stays refreshingly cool.
Çeşme climate at a glance
- Hottest month: July (31°C by day)
- Coldest month: January (13°C by day, 9°C at night)
- Swimming season: June to September (sea 22°C or warmer); warmest sea in August at about 24°C
- Wettest month: January (133 mm); yearly total about 600 mm
- Driest months: July to August – rain is very rare
Çeşme climate table
| Month | Day / night | Sea | Rain mm (days) | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13° / 9° | 17° | 133 (12) | 9.8 h |
| February | 14° / 10° | 16° | 79 (9) | 10.8 h |
| March | 16° / 11° | 16° | 70 (10) | 12.0 h |
| April | 19° / 14° | 17° | 35 (5) | 13.2 h |
| May | 24° / 17° | 19° | 16 (4) | 14.3 h |
| June | 28° / 21° | 22° | 8 (2) | 14.8 h |
| July | 31° / 24° | 24° | 1 (0) | 14.5 h |
| August | 30° / 24° | 24° | 1 (0) | 13.6 h |
| September | 27° / 21° | 23° | 18 (2) | 12.4 h |
| October | 22° / 18° | 21° | 35 (4) | 11.2 h |
| November | 18° / 14° | 19° | 96 (9) | 10.1 h |
| December | 15° / 11° | 18° | 108 (10) | 9.6 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 Çeşme
- Beach holiday: June to September, when the air is warm and the sea is 22°C or warmer.
- Sightseeing and active holidays: April to May and October – pleasant temperatures and few rainy days.
- Quiet season: December to February – the coolest and wettest time, with fewer visitors and lower prices.
The strong summer wind makes Alaçatı one of the best windsurfing and kitesurfing spots in the Mediterranean – the windiest months are July and August.
Çeşme weather month by month
Çeşme weather in January: 13°C / 9°C
Çeşme averages 13°C during the day and 9°C at night in January. 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 12 rainy days and 133 mm of rain – pack a rain jacket. Pack a warm jacket, a sweater and waterproof shoes. Daylight lasts about 9.8 hours.
Çeşme weather in February: 14°C / 10°C
Çeşme averages 14°C during the day and 10°C at night in February. The sea is cool at around 16°C, so most visitors swim in heated indoor pools. This is one of the wetter months, with about 9 rainy days and 79 mm of rain – pack a rain jacket. Pack a warm jacket, a sweater and waterproof shoes. Daylight lasts about 10.8 hours.
Çeşme weather in March: 16°C / 11°C
Çeşme averages 16°C during the day and 11°C at night in March. The sea is cool at around 16°C, so most visitors swim in heated indoor pools. This is one of the wetter months, with about 10 rainy days and 70 mm of rain – pack a rain jacket. Pack a warm jacket, a sweater and waterproof shoes. Daylight lasts about 12.0 hours.
Çeşme weather in April: 19°C / 14°C
Çeşme averages 19°C during the day and 14°C at night in April. The sea is cool at around 17°C, so most visitors swim in heated indoor pools. Expect around 5 rainy days (35 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.
In spring the Alaçatı Herb Festival celebrates the wild greens of the Aegean, and the stone streets fill with visitors.
Çeşme weather in May: 24°C / 17°C
Çeşme averages 24°C during the day and 17°C at night in May. The sea is cool at around 19°C, so most visitors swim in heated indoor pools. Expect around 4 rainy days (16 mm), mostly short showers. Bring layers: T-shirt weather on sunny afternoons, a sweater or light jacket in the evening. Daylight lasts about 14.3 hours.
Çeşme weather in June: 28°C / 21°C
Çeşme averages 28°C during the day and 21°C at night in June. At around 22°C, the sea is pleasant for swimming. There are only about 2 rainy days in the month. Summer clothes are fine during the day; a light layer is handy for the evening. Daylight lasts about 14.8 hours.
Çeşme weather in July: 31°C / 24°C
Çeşme averages 31°C during the day and 24°C at night in July. At around 24°C, the sea is pleasant for swimming. Rain is very rare. Light, breathable clothing, a hat and high-factor sun cream are essential. Daylight lasts about 14.5 hours.
Çeşme weather in August: 30°C / 24°C
Çeşme averages 30°C during the day and 24°C at night in August. At around 24°C, the sea is pleasant for swimming. Rain is very rare. Light, breathable clothing, a hat and high-factor sun cream are essential. Daylight lasts about 13.6 hours.
Çeşme weather in September: 27°C / 21°C
Çeşme averages 27°C during the day and 21°C at night in September. At around 23°C, the sea is pleasant for swimming. There are only about 2 rainy days in the month. Summer clothes are fine during the day; a light layer is handy for the evening. Daylight lasts about 12.4 hours.
Çeşme weather in October: 22°C / 18°C
Çeşme averages 22°C during the day and 18°C at night in October. The sea is refreshing at around 21°C – fine for a quick swim on sunny days. Expect around 4 rainy days (35 mm), mostly short showers. Bring layers: T-shirt weather on sunny afternoons, a sweater or light jacket in the evening. Daylight lasts about 11.2 hours.
Çeşme weather in November: 18°C / 14°C
Çeşme averages 18°C during the day and 14°C at night in November. 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 9 rainy days and 96 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 10.1 hours.
Çeşme weather in December: 15°C / 11°C
Çeşme averages 15°C during the day and 11°C at night in December. The sea is cool at around 18°C, so most visitors swim in heated indoor pools. This is one of the wetter months, with about 10 rainy days and 108 mm of rain – pack a rain jacket. Pack a warm jacket, a sweater and waterproof shoes. Daylight lasts about 9.6 hours.
Getting to Çeşme
The nearest airport for Çeşme is Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB). 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 Çeşme?
For a beach holiday, June to September is ideal. For sightseeing and hiking, choose April to May and October, when it is warm but not hot.
When is the sea warm enough to swim in Çeşme?
The sea is 22°C or warmer from June to September. It is warmest in August, at about 24°C.
What is the hottest month in Çeşme?
July, with an average daytime high of 31°C and nights around 24°C.
What is the weather like in Çeşme in winter?
From December to February days average about 14°C and nights about 10°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.