Middle East · Climate guide
Best time to visit Turkey
The best time to visit Turkey is Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. Mar, Jul–Aug, Nov are also good.
Turkey weather by month
Warm coasts and comfortable city days.
- Jan: Not ideal
- Feb: Not ideal
- Mar: Good
- Apr: Ideal
- May: Ideal
- Jun: Ideal
- Jul: Good
- Aug: Good
- Sep: Ideal
- Oct: Ideal
- Nov: Good
- Dec: Not ideal
| Month | Weather | Ideal elsewhere |
|---|---|---|
| January | Not ideal | 62 countries |
| February | Not ideal | 67 countries |
| March | Good | 64 countries |
| April | Ideal | 62 countries |
| May | Ideal | 83 countries |
| June | Ideal | 85 countries |
| July | Good | 51 countries |
| August | Good | 52 countries |
| September | Ideal | 84 countries |
| October | Ideal | 53 countries |
| November | Good | 50 countries |
| December | Not ideal | 51 countries |
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Cost of a month in Turkey
Budget-friendly. A rough guide for one person staying a month: $1,200–$1,800 for rent, food and getting around. Book the best months early; prices climb with the weather.
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Questions about visiting Turkey
When is the best time to visit Turkey?
The best time to visit Turkey for weather is Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. Warm coasts and comfortable city days.
Which months should I avoid in Turkey?
Dec–Feb are the least comfortable months in Turkey, usually because of heat, heavy rain, storms or cold. Prices can be lower then, so it depends on what you care about most.
Is it worth visiting Turkey outside the best months?
Often, yes. Mar, Jul–Aug, Nov are still good months in Turkey, with a little more rain or heat but usually fewer crowds and better prices.
How much does a month in Turkey cost?
Turkey is budget-friendly for long stays. A rough guide for one person living there for a month is $1,200–$1,800, including rent, food and getting around. Your style matters more than the country.
Where else has great weather at the same time as Turkey?
Nearby countries with ideal weather in the same months include Israel, Jordan.
General guidance based on typical seasonal weather, not a forecast. Big countries have several climates. Always check current travel advisories and entry rules before you book.