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Is the weather good in Turkey in May 2025?
Good Weather
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SunnyFor the past few decades, the average daily temperatures in Turkey during May have been around +24°C.
The weather differs across the Turkey in May. You may encounter maximum temperatures of +24°C at noon in Hatay and +17°C in Trabzon. So plan your activities, and packing, based on the individual locations rather than the country as a whole.
Temperature, wind and humidity in May
Average
Adana
Ankara
Antalya
Bodrum
Dalaman
Denizli
Diyarbakir
Gaziantep
Gazipasa
Hatay
Istanbul
Izmir
Kayseri
Konya
Malatya
Mardin
Samsun
Trabzon
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+24°C
Avg. max. temperature
-3°C
Min.
+43°C
Max.
53 mm
Total precipitation
64%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
11 ☀️
Sunny Days
5 ⛅️
Cloudy
12 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Turkey has good weather in May.
Turkey in May – what city is the…
- rainiest? Trabzon, with an average of 5 mm of rain and humidity of 81%;
- warmest? Hatay, with daytime temperatures averaging +28°C;
- windiest? Bodrum, with an average of 5 m/s;
- coolest? Trabzon, with daytime temperatures averaging +17°C;
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How good is the weather in Turkey in May?
During May, the Turkey usually offers good weather overall, with air pressure around 1013 HPa. This means you may encounter some rainy weather too – May brings around 59 mm of rain and winds averaging 2 m/s. Humidity ranges between 50% in Mardin and 83% in Samsun. In general, it tends to be more humid near the sea and lake and drier inland.
How warm is it in Turkey during May?
The weather is usually pretty good this time of year, with daytime temperatures around +24°C.
This is how hot it usually is in May
The average daily temperatures above don't tell you everything about how hot it can be in Turkey. For example, cold nights can make a big difference for those staying in tents or unheated houses. Extra hot days, on the other hand, can make a big difference for those who plan to engage in demanding physical training or competition. So here are some more temperatures for May:
Average
Adana
Ankara
Antalya
Bodrum
Dalaman
Denizli
Diyarbakir
Gaziantep
Gazipasa
Hatay
Istanbul
Izmir
Kayseri
Konya
Malatya
Mardin
Samsun
Trabzon
- Average maximum temperature for the month: +24°C;
- Average minimum temperature for the month: +14°C;
- Highest monthly temperature: +26°C;
- Lowest monthly temperature: +12°C;
Monthly temperatures:
Average
Adana
Ankara
Antalya
Bodrum
Dalaman
Denizli
Diyarbakir
Gaziantep
Gazipasa
Hatay
Istanbul
Izmir
Kayseri
Konya
Malatya
Mardin
Samsun
Trabzon
- Warmest: July with an average +32°C during the day;
- Coldest: January with an average +10°C of the day;
- Hottest month in hottest city: July in Hatay;
- Coldest month in coolest city: January in Kayseri;
Can you swim in Turkey in May?
Here are the minimum and maximum water temperatures in cities in Turkey in May:
Antalya
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Comfortable19°C - 23°C
Gazipasa
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Comfortable19°C - 24°C
You can definitely swim in Antalya, Gazipasa in May, with the water temperature of +19°C and up.
Winds in Turkey during May
Wind speed in Turkey in May based on historical data:
Average
Adana
Ankara
Antalya
Bodrum
Dalaman
Denizli
Diyarbakir
Gaziantep
Gazipasa
Hatay
Istanbul
Izmir
Kayseri
Konya
Malatya
Mardin
Samsun
Trabzon
May tends to offer light winds averaging 2 m/s. However, coastal cities may experience breezes during the mornings and afternoons.
Comparison between cities in May:
- Highest average wind speed: Bodrum with 6 m/s;
- Lowest average wind speed: Denizli with 1 m/s;
- Windiest day of the month: Bodrum with 6 m/s;
- The least windy day of the month: Denizli with 0 m/s;
Humidity and precipitation in Turkey in May
Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Turkey based on historical data:
Average
Adana
Ankara
Antalya
Bodrum
Dalaman
Denizli
Diyarbakir
Gaziantep
Gazipasa
Hatay
Istanbul
Izmir
Kayseri
Konya
Malatya
Mardin
Samsun
Trabzon
May tends to be a humid month with 64% humidity and 59 mm rainfall
Comparison between cities in May:
Average
Adana
Ankara
Antalya
Bodrum
Dalaman
Denizli
Diyarbakir
Gaziantep
Gazipasa
Hatay
Istanbul
Izmir
Kayseri
Konya
Malatya
Mardin
Samsun
Trabzon
- Highest average rainfall: Trabzon with 160 mm;
- Lowest average rainfall: Bodrum with 14 mm;
- Most number of rainy days: Trabzon with 21 rainy days;
- Least number of rainy days: Bodrum with 5 rainy days;
- Highest risk of rain during the day: Trabzon with 68%;
- Least risk of rain during the day: Bodrum with 16%;
- Highest average humidity: Samsun with 83%;
- Lowest average humidity: Mardin with 50%;
Tips for traveling to Turkey in May
Looking for some tips for traveling to the sun, snow, or whatever you're aiming for Turkey? Activities, weather, and clothing are closely linked. In addition, it's important to pack only what you really need so you don't have to worry about heavy packing or paying extra baggage fees.
Here is some advice on what to pack and what kind of activities you can do in the Turkey based on the weather that May is expected to bring. The advice applies to the country as a whole – local weather and possible activities may differ somewhat.
Sunny, mild weather with light winds and high humidity in May
Pack right for May
The weather makes a difference when it comes to packing - especially which items should go in your suitcase. The tips below are designed to help you pack light and right without carrying more than necessary.
- Sunshine does give you a nice color and a boost of vitamin D. However, if you don't have a lot of skin pigment, you should sunbathe carefully to avoid burning yourself, getting sun rash and, in the worst case scenario, skin cancer. This is where sunscreens and opaque clothing work particularly well. Another safe way is to stay in the shade when the sun burns the most, roughly between 9 am and 3 pm.
- Cool weather is between warm and cold. This means you can bring long pants and/or a longer skirt and an extra sweater. Be aware that cool days can alternate with cold nights - it may be wise to also pack a hat, gloves and a scarf.
- Light winds are probably most comfortable in hot weather but is cooling in cool and cold weather. If it is hot (when the air temperature is about 30 degrees), the wind can have a warming effect. A thin, windproof jacket and long trousers help to counteract these effects.
- High humidity means that the air conducts heat to and from the skin more easily. For example, if the air is hot (above skin temperature), it will be harder to stay cool. On the other hand, if the air is cool or cold, it is more difficult to stay warm. In high humidity, the choice of clothing makes less of a difference. However, your physical activity plays a bigger role.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Turkey in May:
What can you do outside when it's warm in Turkey?
Bathing and sunbathing can be suitable. Warm (but not hot) days are also good for activities that are not so physically demanding: sightseeing on foot, by boat, on a scooter, camel riding. You can also exercise easily as long as you make sure to cool down and quench thirst.
Is May a good time to visit Turkey?
May is a really good time to go to Turkey. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check other months when is a good time to visit Turkey.
Monthly weather in Turkey
Source of the data
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Turkey, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
