Region in Nevsehir, Turkey
Cappadocia weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Cappadocia
April–June and September–October are mild; July–August is hot; winters are cold with snow. Balloons fly most mornings; check wind and cancellations.
Cappadocia weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan5°43 mm
- Feb8°35 mm
- Mar12°43 mm
- Apr18°39 mm
- May23°45 mm
- Jun28°31 mm
- Jul32°9 mm
- Aug32°7 mm
- Sep27°15 mm
- Oct21°27 mm
- Nov13°34 mm
- Dec7°40 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5°C41°F | -4°C25°F | 43 mm | 79% | Cold |
| February | 8°C46°F | -3°C27°F | 35 mm | 75% | Cold |
| March | 12°C54°F | 0°C33°F | 43 mm | 68% | Cool |
| April | 18°C64°F | 4°C40°F | 39 mm | 62% | Cool |
| May | 23°C73°F | 9°C49°F | 45 mm | 59% | Pleasant |
| June | 28°C82°F | 13°C56°F | 31 mm | 52% | Pleasant |
| July | 32°C89°F | 16°C60°F | 9 mm | 44% | Pleasant |
| August | 32°C90°F | 16°C61°F | 7 mm | 42% | Pleasant |
| September | 27°C81°F | 13°C55°F | 15 mm | 44% | Pleasant |
| October | 21°C69°F | 8°C46°F | 27 mm | 55% | Pleasant |
| November | 13°C55°F | 2°C35°F | 34 mm | 66% | Cool |
| December | 7°C45°F | -2°C28°F | 40 mm | 75% | 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 Cappadocia?
Apr–May, Sep–Oct. April–June and September–October are mild; July–August is hot; winters are cold with snow. Balloons fly most mornings; check wind and cancellations.
When is the rainy season in Cappadocia?
Rain peaks in May with about 45 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Cappadocia?
August, with average highs of 32°C (90°F).
How cold does Cappadocia get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging -4°C (25°F).
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Sources
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 1.8°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.