Best time to visit
Best time to visit Türkiye
Our pick: September and OctoberBest valueChecked 22 October 2026
Best value: Mar–Apr, Sep–Oct. Busy and pricier: May–Aug. Quiet: Nov–Feb.
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The Turquoise Coast resorts run from May to October, with the sea warmest in August and September. Istanbul is best in spring, when tulips cover the city in April, and in autumn.
Month by month in Antalya
- J7°
- F8°
- M11°
- A15°
- M19°
- J24°
- J29°
- A29°
- S25°
- O19°
- N14°
- D9°
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Average temperature each month (NASA POWER, 2001 to 2025), coloured by season.
Before you go
- Ramadan changes opening hours in some places. Its dates move about 11 days earlier each year.
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Questions people ask
When is the best time to visit Istanbul?
April, May, September and October. Summer is hot and crowded, and winter is cold and wet.
What is the warmest month in Antalya?
July, averaging 29°C. The coolest is January, at 7°C.
When is peak season in Türkiye?
May–Aug, when prices are highest. For better value, try Mar–Apr, Sep–Oct.