City, Turkey
Gaziantep weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Gaziantep
Apr–May and Oct–Nov are mild. Jul–Aug is very hot (38°C+); winters are cold and wet. Pistachio harvest runs Aug–Sep.
Gaziantep weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan6°78 mm
- Feb9°69 mm
- Mar14°54 mm
- Apr19°46 mm
- May25°26 mm
- Jun32°9 mm
- Jul37°2 mm
- Aug37°3 mm
- Sep32°10 mm
- Oct24°32 mm
- Nov15°53 mm
- Dec8°80 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6°C43°F | -3°C27°F | 78 mm | 80% | Cold |
| February | 9°C48°F | -1°C30°F | 69 mm | 78% | Cold |
| March | 14°C58°F | 2°C36°F | 54 mm | 72% | Cool |
| April | 19°C67°F | 6°C44°F | 46 mm | 66% | Pleasant |
| May | 25°C78°F | 11°C52°F | 26 mm | 59% | Pleasant |
| June | 32°C90°F | 16°C61°F | 9 mm | 45% | Pleasant |
| July | 37°C99°F | 20°C67°F | 2 mm | 35% | Very hot |
| August | 37°C98°F | 20°C68°F | 3 mm | 38% | Very hot |
| September | 32°C89°F | 16°C61°F | 10 mm | 41% | Pleasant |
| October | 24°C75°F | 11°C52°F | 32 mm | 50% | Pleasant |
| November | 15°C59°F | 3°C38°F | 53 mm | 64% | Cool |
| December | 8°C47°F | -1°C30°F | 80 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 Gaziantep?
Apr–May, Oct–Nov. Apr–May and Oct–Nov are mild. Jul–Aug is very hot (38°C+); winters are cold and wet. Pistachio harvest runs Aug–Sep.
When is the rainy season in Gaziantep?
Rain peaks in December with about 80 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Gaziantep?
July, with average highs of 37°C (99°F).
How cold does Gaziantep get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging -3°C (27°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Gaziantep Airport (DHMI)
- Turkish e-Visa
- Zeugma Mosaic Museum (Ministry of Culture)
- Havaş airport shuttle
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 0.7°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.