Turkey (Cappadocia) · December
Low seasonTurkey · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MAXMAX | 5° | 8° | 12° | 18° | 23° | 28° | 31° | 32° | 27° | 20° | 13° | 8° |
MINMIN | -3° | -2° | 2° | 6° | 10° | 14° | 16° | 16° | 12° | 7° | 2° | -1° |
☀️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 | 6d46mm | 4d30mm | 7d49mm | 5d38mm | 6d46mm | 5d43mm | 1d6mm | 1d10mm | 2d15mm | 3d24mm | 3d28mm | 5d36mm |
Best travel time current monthMonthly averages 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
December in Turkey (Cappadocia) is on the cool side — with highs around 7°C it's less suited for a beach holiday, but good for sightseeing away from the high season.
Temperatures reach a maximum of 7°C during the day and drop to -2°C at night — warm layers recommended. With 5 sunshine hours per day and 5 rain days (36 mm), this is one of the cloudier months.
Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.
Packing list for Turkey (Cappadocia) in December
- Winterjacke
- Thermokleidung und warme Lagen
- Mütze, Schal und Handschuhe
- Warme, wasserfeste Schuhe
- Sonnencreme
- Sonnenbrille
- Kleiner Regenschirm (vereinzelte Schauer möglich)
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is December a good time to visit Turkey (Cappadocia)?
- December is not an optimal month for Turkey (Cappadocia) (Score: 35/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Turkey (Cappadocia) in December?
- In December, Turkey (Cappadocia) sees daily highs of 7°C. Nights cool to -2°C, with a daily average of 3°C.
- How much rain falls in Turkey (Cappadocia) in December?
- In December, Turkey (Cappadocia) receives an average of 36 mm of rain over 5 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Turkey (Cappadocia) get in December?
- Turkey (Cappadocia) averages 5 sunshine hours per day in December — below the annual average.