Turkey (Bodrum) · May
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Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 15° (59°)7– (45–)19 (66) | 16° (61°)8– (46–)20 (68) | 18° (64°)12– (54–)23 (73) | 22° (72°)16– (61–)27 (81) | 27° (81°)20– (68–)33 (91) | 32° (90°)25– (77–)37 (99) | 35° (95°)30– (86–)39 (102) | 35° (95°)30– (86–)39 (102) | 31° (88°)25– (77–)35 (95) | 26° (79°)20– (68–)30 (86) | 21° (70°)15– (59–)25 (77) | 17° (63°)10– (50–)21 (70) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 7° (45°)-1– (30–)14 (57) | 7° (45°)0– (32–)14 (57) | 9° (48°)2– (36–)14 (57) | 11° (52°)6– (43–)16 (61) | 15° (59°)10– (50–)19 (66) | 20° (68°)15– (59–)24 (75) | 22° (72°)18– (64–)26 (79) | 22° (72°)18– (64–)26 (79) | 19° (66°)14– (57–)23 (73) | 15° (59°)8– (46–)20 (68) | 11° (52°)5– (41–)17 (63) | 8° (46°)1– (34–)17 (63) |
☀️Sunshine | 6h | 7h | 9h | 11h | 11h | 13h | 13h | 12h | 11h | 9h | 7h | 6h |
🌊Water Temp | 18° (64°) | 17° (63°) | 17° (63°) | 18° (64°) | 20° (68°) | 23° (73°) | 25° (77°) | 26° (79°) | 26° (79°) | 24° (75°) | 22° (72°) | 20° (68°) |
🌧Rain Days | 12d169mm (6.6") | 7d75mm (3.0") | 6d62mm (2.4") | 3d26mm (1.0") | 2d23mm (0.9") | 1d5mm (0.2") | 0d1mm (0.1") | 0d2mm (0.1") | 1d9mm (0.4") | 3d33mm (1.3") | 7d101mm (4.0") | 11d154mm (6.1") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Travel season — mid-range prices, good availability.
May is one of the best months to visit Turkey (Bodrum) — with 11 sunshine hours per day and pleasant highs of 27°C (81°F).
Daytime highs average 27°C (81°F), cooling to 15°C (59°F) at night (daily average: 21°C (70°F)). Peaks reach around 33°C (91°F), the coldest nights around 10°C (50°F). With 11 sunshine hours per day, May is one of the sunniest months — 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain over 2 days. The sea is 20°C (68°F) — refreshing and manageable for confident swimmers.
Summer clothing and a light jacket for evenings is enough. Conditions are ideal for excursions, hikes, and sightseeing.
Spring: sailing season begins and the gulets (traditional wooden boats) set off on their Blue Cruises along the Turkish coast. The Bodrum peninsula with its white houses and blue bays in ideal temperatures.
Packing list for Turkey (Bodrum) in May
- T-shirts and shorts
- Light jacket for cool evenings
- Swimwear (the water is still a little fresh)
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is May a good time to visit Turkey (Bodrum)?
- Yes — May is one of the best months to visit Turkey (Bodrum) (Climate Score: 84/100). Pleasant temperatures (27°C (81°F)), good sunshine (11 h/day), and few rain days (2) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Turkey (Bodrum) in May?
- In May, Turkey (Bodrum) sees daily highs of 27°C (81°F). Nights cool to 15°C (59°F), with a daily average of 21°C (70°F). Peaks reach around 33°C (91°F), the coldest nights around 10°C (50°F).
- How much rain falls in Turkey (Bodrum) in May?
- In May, Turkey (Bodrum) receives an average of 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain over 2 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Turkey (Bodrum) get in May?
- Turkey (Bodrum) averages 11 sunshine hours per day in May — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Turkey (Bodrum) in May?
- Water temperature in Turkey (Bodrum) in May averages 20°C (68°F) — refreshing but slightly cool for sensitive swimmers.
