Turkey (Fethiye)
Turkey · Europe
The best time to visit Turkey (Fethiye) is May, June, July, August, September, and October. In summer, daytime highs average 35°C (95°F), with peaks around 39°C (102°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 (Fethiye) – What you should know
Fethiye has the driest midsummer of all the Turkish destinations covered here: statistically no measurable rain falls in July, and 1 mm (< 0.1 in) in August. In return, highs of 35°C (95°F) in both months are the highest on the Turkish coast. The bay is enclosed by mountains on all sides, which slows the wind and leaves the heat standing.
The counterpart is a wet winter with 217 mm (8.5 in) in January and 167 mm (6.6 in) in December. The actual travel months lie between these extremes. For the Blue Lagoon at Ölüdeniz and boat trips through the offshore islands, June and September are ideal — 31–32°C (88–90°F) air and 24–26°C (75–79°F) water, without the August heat.
Fethiye is also the western trailhead of the Lycian Way, a 540-kilometre (336-mile) long-distance path along the coast. Summer is unsuitable for it: no shade, 35°C (95°F) and little water en route. The walking season runs from March to May and from October to November, when temperatures sit at 19–27°C (66–81°F) and the landscape is green after the winter rains.
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°)10– (50–)20 (68) | 17° (63°)11– (52–)22 (72) | 19° (66°)14– (57–)24 (75) | 23° (73°)16– (61–)28 (82) | 27° (81°)20– (68–)33 (91) | 32° (90°)26– (79–)38 (100) | 35° (95°)30– (86–)39 (102) | 35° (95°)31– (88–)39 (102) | 32° (90°)27– (81–)37 (99) | 27° (81°)22– (72–)31 (88) | 22° (72°)16– (61–)27 (81) | 18° (64°)12– (54–)22 (72) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 7° (45°)1– (34–)12 (54) | 8° (46°)1– (34–)12 (54) | 9° (48°)4– (39–)13 (55) | 12° (54°)7– (45–)16 (61) | 15° (59°)10– (50–)19 (66) | 20° (68°)14– (57–)24 (75) | 23° (73°)18– (64–)26 (79) | 23° (73°)19– (66–)25 (77) | 20° (68°)14– (57–)23 (73) | 15° (59°)10– (50–)20 (68) | 11° (52°)6– (43–)16 (61) | 8° (46°)2– (36–)13 (55) |
☀️Sunshine | 6h UV 4 | 8h UV 6 | 9h UV 7 | 11h UV 8 | 11h UV 9 | 12h UV 9 | 13h UV 10 | 12h UV 9 | 11h UV 8 | 9h UV 6 | 7h UV 5 | 6h UV 4 |
🌊Water Temp | 18° (64°) | 17° (63°) | 17° (63°) | 18° (64°) | 21° (70°) | 24° (75°) | 26° (79°) | 28° (82°) | 27° (81°) | 25° (77°) | 22° (72°) | 20° (68°) |
🌧Rain Days | 10d217mm (8.5") | 7d114mm (4.5") | 5d70mm (2.8") | 3d36mm (1.4") | 2d24mm (0.9") | 1d10mm (0.4") | 0d0mm (<0.1") | 0d1mm (0.1") | 1d29mm (1.1") | 3d71mm (2.8") | 5d124mm (4.9") | 9d167mm (6.6") |
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 (Fethiye) reach 10 — very high on the WHO scale. High-SPF sunscreen and shade around midday are essential.
April offers great weather in Turkey (Fethiye) with fewer tourists and lower prices — ideal for those who want to avoid the peak season crowds.
Frequently Asked Questions
- When is the best time to visit Turkey (Fethiye)?
- The best time to visit Turkey (Fethiye) 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 (Fethiye)?
- In summer, daytime highs in Turkey (Fethiye) average 35°C (95°F), with peaks around 39°C (102°F); in winter, nights average 7°C (45°F), dropping to around 1°C (34°F) on the coldest.
- How much rain does Turkey (Fethiye) get?
- Turkey (Fethiye) 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 (Fethiye)?
- Water temperature in Turkey (Fethiye) ranges from 17°C (63°F) (March) to 28°C (82°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
