Town in Antalya, Turkey
Side weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Side
May–June and Sep–Oct are warm and swimmable. Jul–Aug is hot, humid and busy; Nov–Mar is quiet, with many restaurants closed.
Side weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan14°182 mm
- Feb15°99 mm
- Mar19°70 mm
- Apr22°56 mm
- May27°42 mm
- Jun32°16 mm
- Jul37°6 mm
- Aug37°4 mm
- Sep33°28 mm
- Oct27°72 mm
- Nov21°98 mm
- Dec16°176 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14°C57°F | 7°C44°F | 182 mm | 76% | Rainy |
| February | 15°C60°F | 8°C46°F | 99 mm | 74% | Cool |
| March | 19°C66°F | 10°C49°F | 70 mm | 69% | Pleasant |
| April | 22°C72°F | 13°C55°F | 56 mm | 67% | Pleasant |
| May | 27°C81°F | 17°C63°F | 42 mm | 64% | Pleasant |
| June | 32°C90°F | 21°C70°F | 16 mm | 57% | Pleasant |
| July | 37°C99°F | 24°C76°F | 6 mm | 48% | Very hot |
| August | 37°C99°F | 25°C77°F | 4 mm | 47% | Very hot |
| September | 33°C92°F | 22°C71°F | 28 mm | 51% | Hot |
| October | 27°C81°F | 17°C62°F | 72 mm | 59% | Pleasant |
| November | 21°C70°F | 12°C53°F | 98 mm | 66% | Pleasant |
| December | 16°C61°F | 8°C47°F | 176 mm | 73% | Rainy |
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 Side?
May–Jun, Sep–Oct. May–June and Sep–Oct are warm and swimmable. Jul–Aug is hot, humid and busy; Nov–Mar is quiet, with many restaurants closed.
When is the rainy season in Side?
Rain peaks in January with about 182 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Dec–Jan.
What is the hottest month in Side?
August, with average highs of 37°C (99°F).
How cold does Side get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 7°C (44°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Side Ancient City (Turkish Ministry of Culture and Tourism)
- 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 3.4°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.