Turkey (Cappadocia) · August
Best travel monthPeak seasonTurkey · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 5° (41°)-5– (23–)13 (55) | 8° (46°)-4– (25–)17 (63) | 12° (54°)2– (36–)21 (70) | 18° (64°)7– (45–)25 (77) | 23° (73°)13– (55–)31 (88) | 28° (82°)19– (66–)33 (91) | 31° (88°)24– (75–)37 (99) | 32° (90°)25– (77–)36 (97) | 27° (81°)17– (63–)33 (91) | 20° (68°)9– (48–)28 (82) | 13° (55°)4– (39–)20 (68) | 8° (46°)-1– (30–)15 (59) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | -3° (27°)-15– (5–)3 (37) | -2° (28°)-12– (10–)6 (43) | 2° (36°)-6– (21–)9 (48) | 6° (43°)-2– (28–)11 (52) | 10° (50°)3– (37–)15 (59) | 14° (57°)8– (46–)18 (64) | 16° (61°)11– (52–)20 (68) | 16° (61°)11– (52–)21 (70) | 12° (54°)5– (41–)17 (63) | 7° (45°)0– (32–)14 (57) | 2° (36°)-6– (21–)9 (48) | -1° (30°)-8– (18–)6 (43) |
☀️Sunshine | 6h UV 4 | 8h UV 6 | 9h UV 7 | 10h UV 8 | 10h UV 9 | 11h UV 9 | 13h UV 9 | 12h UV 9 | 11h UV 8 | 9h UV 6 | 7h UV 5 | 6h UV 4 |
🌧Rain Days | 6d48mm (1.9") | 4d31mm (1.2") | 7d51mm (2.0") | 5d40mm (1.6") | 6d49mm (1.9") | 5d46mm (1.8") | 1d7mm (0.3") | 1d10mm (0.4") | 2d15mm (0.6") | 3d25mm (1.0") | 3d29mm (1.2") | 5d37mm (1.5") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Peak season — flights and hotels at their annual highest. Book early.
August is one of the best months to visit Turkey (Cappadocia) — with 12 sunshine hours per day and pleasant highs of 32°C (90°F).
Daytime highs average 32°C (90°F), cooling to 16°C (61°F) at night (daily average: 25°C (77°F)). Peaks reach around 36°C (97°F), the coldest nights around 11°C (52°F). With 12 sunshine hours per day, August is one of the sunniest months — 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain over 1 day.
Light, breathable clothing and sun protection are essential. Early mornings and evenings are good for excursions when it's a little cooler.
Packing list for Turkey (Cappadocia) in August
- Light summer clothes
- Thin cardigan for cool evenings
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is August a good time to visit Turkey (Cappadocia)?
- Yes — August is one of the best months to visit Turkey (Cappadocia) (Climate Score: 94/100). Pleasant temperatures (32°C (90°F)), good sunshine (12 h/day), and few rain days (1) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Turkey (Cappadocia) in August?
- In August, Turkey (Cappadocia) sees daily highs of 32°C (90°F). Nights cool to 16°C (61°F), with a daily average of 25°C (77°F). Peaks reach around 36°C (97°F), the coldest nights around 11°C (52°F).
- How much rain falls in Turkey (Cappadocia) in August?
- In August, Turkey (Cappadocia) receives an average of 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain over 1 rain day. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Turkey (Cappadocia) get in August?
- Turkey (Cappadocia) averages 12 sunshine hours per day in August — above the annual average.
