Turkey (Belek)
Turkey · Europe
The best time to visit Turkey (Belek) is May, June, July, August, September, and October. In summer, daytime highs average 35°C (95°F), with peaks around 41°C (106°F); in winter, nights average 7°C (45°F), dropping to around 1°C (34°F) on the coldest. During the best travel months, the sun shines up to 11 hours per day — ideal for beach and outdoor activities.
Turkey (Belek) – What you should know
Belek is first and foremost a golf destination, and the climate explains why: between October and May highs sit at 15–26°C (59–79°F), so it is playable when courses in central Europe are closed. High summer is not suited to it — 35°C (95°F) in July with 25°C (77°F) at night is too much for eighteen holes.
Rainfall is sharply divided: June to September together bring 40 mm (1.6 in), while December and January deliver 213 and 222 mm (8.4 and 8.7 in). Anyone coming to golf in winter must reckon with rain days — nine in January — but with very mild, sunny spells in between. The courses among the pine woods are built around that winter season.
For beach holidays the same applies as in Side a few kilometres east: the Mediterranean reaches 29°C (84°F) in August and stays above 22°C (72°F) into November. October is the most balanced month at 27°C (81°F) air, 25°C (77°F) water and 8.5 hours of sunshine. The ancient city of Aspendos, with its exceptionally well-preserved theatre, lies half an hour away by car and rewards a trip outside the midday heat.
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 16° (61°)9– (48–)19 (66) | 17° (63°)10– (50–)21 (70) | 19° (66°)13– (55–)23 (73) | 22° (72°)17– (63–)28 (82) | 26° (79°)21– (70–)33 (91) | 31° (88°)25– (77–)38 (100) | 35° (95°)29– (84–)41 (106) | 35° (95°)30– (86–)40 (104) | 32° (90°)26– (79–)38 (100) | 27° (81°)21– (70–)32 (90) | 22° (72°)15– (59–)27 (81) | 18° (64°)10– (50–)21 (70) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 7° (45°)1– (34–)12 (54) | 8° (46°)2– (36–)13 (55) | 10° (50°)5– (41–)14 (57) | 13° (55°)8– (46–)16 (61) | 17° (63°)12– (54–)21 (70) | 22° (72°)16– (61–)26 (79) | 25° (77°)21– (70–)29 (84) | 26° (79°)22– (72–)28 (82) | 22° (72°)17– (63–)26 (79) | 18° (64°)13– (55–)22 (72) | 13° (55°)7– (45–)16 (61) | 9° (48°)4– (39–)13 (55) |
☀️Sunshine | 5h UV 4 | 7h UV 6 | 9h UV 7 | 10h UV 8 | 11h UV 9 | 12h UV 9 | 13h UV 9 | 12h UV 9 | 10h UV 8 | 9h UV 6 | 7h UV 5 | 5h UV 4 |
🌊Water Temp | 17° (63°) | 17° (63°) | 17° (63°) | 19° (66°) | 22° (72°) | 25° (77°) | 28° (82°) | 29° (84°) | 28° (82°) | 25° (77°) | 22° (72°) | 19° (66°) |
🌧Rain Days | 9d222mm (8.7") | 6d107mm (4.2") | 5d78mm (3.1") | 3d32mm (1.3") | 3d42mm (1.7") | 1d11mm (0.4") | 0d3mm (0.1") | 0d2mm (0.1") | 2d24mm (1.0") | 3d71mm (2.8") | 5d87mm (3.4") | 9d213mm (8.4") |
Best travel timeØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Travel Tips
In July and August, temperatures can exceed 34°C (93°F) — during physical activity or with children, it's best to stick to morning and evening hours.
From April to August, UV levels in Turkey (Belek) reach 9 — very high on the WHO scale. High-SPF sunscreen and shade around midday are essential.
April offers great weather in Turkey (Belek) with fewer tourists and lower prices — ideal for those who want to avoid the peak season crowds.
The travel year in Turkey (Belek)
December – February
Off-season on the Riviera: 15 to 16°C (59 to 61°F) and the wettest stretch of the year with up to nine rain days. The golf courses are open and empty — which is exactly why most winter guests come.
March – May
The best time for everything except swimming: the pine forests smell of resin, ancient Aspendos and Perge can be visited without a heat battle, and the rafting season starts in the Köprülü canyon. From May the sea becomes usable at 21°C (70°F).
June – August
High summer at 34°C (93°F) with zero rain days. The sea reaches 27 to 29°C (81 to 84°F) — bath-warm. By day you stay at the pool or in the shade of the resort; excursions only pay off in the morning.
September – November
September and October are the strongest stretch: still 27 to 31°C (81 to 88°F), the water at its annual peak, the heat broken. In November the weather turns and the rain days come back.
Events & Festivals
October
- Republic Day (Cumhuriyet Bayramı)· 29 October
Turkey's national holiday, marked with parades and fireworks in the coastal towns too. It falls in the Riviera's most pleasant season — 27°C (81°F) air, the sea still at 25°C (77°F) — and makes a long weekend for domestic travellers.
Frequently Asked Questions
- When is the best time to visit Turkey (Belek)?
- The best time to visit Turkey (Belek) is May, June, July, August, September, and October. These months offer the most favourable combination of sunshine, temperatures, and low rainfall.
- How warm does it get in Turkey (Belek)?
- In summer, daytime highs in Turkey (Belek) average 35°C (95°F), with peaks around 41°C (106°F); in winter, nights average 7°C (45°F), dropping to around 1°C (34°F) on the coldest.
- How much rain does Turkey (Belek) get?
- Turkey (Belek) has a relatively even rainfall pattern with an average of 4 rain days per month. The driest months are June, July, and August.
- How warm is the water in Turkey (Belek)?
- Water temperature in Turkey (Belek) ranges from 17°C (63°F) (February) to 29°C (84°F) (August). During the best travel months (May, June, July, August, September, and October), the water is most pleasant for swimming.
Best Travel Time by Vacation Type
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Beach Holiday
Warm, sunny, little rain
MayJunSep
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City Trip
Pleasantly mild, not too hot
AprMayOct
