Capital city, Turkey
Ankara weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Ankara
Spring and early autumn are mild and dry. Jul–Aug is hot; Dec–Feb is cold, with snow and heating smog.
Ankara weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan4°50 mm
- Feb7°36 mm
- Mar12°42 mm
- Apr17°39 mm
- May22°51 mm
- Jun28°44 mm
- Jul32°13 mm
- Aug32°14 mm
- Sep27°19 mm
- Oct20°33 mm
- Nov12°32 mm
- Dec6°46 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4°C39°F | -5°C24°F | 50 mm | 87% | Cold |
| February | 7°C44°F | -3°C27°F | 36 mm | 81% | Cold |
| March | 12°C53°F | 0°C32°F | 42 mm | 73% | Cool |
| April | 17°C63°F | 4°C39°F | 39 mm | 67% | Cool |
| May | 22°C72°F | 9°C48°F | 51 mm | 64% | Pleasant |
| June | 28°C82°F | 13°C55°F | 44 mm | 59% | Pleasant |
| July | 32°C90°F | 16°C60°F | 13 mm | 49% | Pleasant |
| August | 32°C90°F | 16°C61°F | 14 mm | 47% | Pleasant |
| September | 27°C81°F | 12°C54°F | 19 mm | 51% | Pleasant |
| October | 20°C68°F | 7°C45°F | 33 mm | 63% | Pleasant |
| November | 12°C54°F | 1°C34°F | 32 mm | 73% | Cool |
| December | 6°C43°F | -3°C27°F | 46 mm | 84% | Cold |
Best months across Turkey
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Istanbul | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Aug (29°C) |
| Antalya | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (38°C) |
| Cappadocia | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Aug (32°C) |
| Bodrum | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (32°C) |
| Fethiye | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (37°C) |
| Alanya | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (33°C) |
| Izmir | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (34°C) |
| Kaş | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (30°C) |
| Ölüdeniz | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (35°C) |
| Marmaris | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (37°C) |
| Pamukkale | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (38°C) |
| Ankara | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (32°C) |
| Kuşadası | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (39°C) |
| Side | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (37°C) |
| Çeşme | May–Jul, Sep | Aug (30°C) |
| Kemer | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (35°C) |
| Kalkan | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (37°C) |
| Dalyan | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (40°C) |
| Trabzon | Jun–Sep | Aug (27°C) |
| Bursa | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Aug (33°C) |
| Belek | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (37°C) |
| Didim | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (38°C) |
| Selçuk | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (39°C) |
| Gaziantep | Apr–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (37°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Ankara?
May–Jun, Sep–Oct. Spring and early autumn are mild and dry. Jul–Aug is hot; Dec–Feb is cold, with snow and heating smog.
When is the rainy season in Ankara?
Rain peaks in May with about 51 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Ankara?
August, with average highs of 32°C (90°F).
How cold does Ankara get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging -5°C (24°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- EGO Genel Müdürlüğü (Ankara transit)
- Esenboğa Airport (DHMI)
- TCDD Taşımacılık
- Go Türkiye
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 1.7°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.