Turkey (Fethiye) · 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 | 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 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 among the best months in Turkey (Fethiye): only 2 rain days, 27°C (81°F) highs, and good sunshine make for ideal holiday conditions.
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 — 24 mm (0.9 in) of rain over 2 days. The sea is 21°C (70°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.
Packing list for Turkey (Fethiye) 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 (Fethiye)?
- Yes — May is one of the best months to visit Turkey (Fethiye) (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 (Fethiye) in May?
- In May, Turkey (Fethiye) 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 (Fethiye) in May?
- In May, Turkey (Fethiye) receives an average of 24 mm (0.9 in) of rain over 2 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Turkey (Fethiye) get in May?
- Turkey (Fethiye) averages 11 sunshine hours per day in May — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Turkey (Fethiye) in May?
- Water temperature in Turkey (Fethiye) in May averages 21°C (70°F) — refreshing but slightly cool for sensitive swimmers.
