Turkey is a real paradise for tourists coming to rest from all over the world. The successful location of the country at the junction of Asia and Europe made it a wonderful resort. Attracts numerous travelers not only moderate cost of services. Turkey is a territory that in the past was inhabited by great civilizations, which left behind amazing cities in their architecture. In addition, the snow-capped mountains of the country are a great holiday destination for lovers of skiing.
Tourist season
Turkey is located on a large territory belonging to the Asia Minor Peninsula. It also includes resort areas located on the shores of the Black and Mediterranean Seas.
There are also near the Aegean and Sea of Marmara. The weather in Turkey for months in different resort areas has certain differences. Nevertheless, climatic conditions throughout the country have similar characteristics. In general, in Turkey, the start of the tourist season is in April, and its end in October. However, it officially lasts from mid-May to mid-September.
"High season
Active leisure of tourists from Europe and Russia falls on the period lasting two months - July and August. In this country, many prefer to spend their summer holidays. The air temperature in this period sometimes reaches forty degrees. At the same time, prices for tours also rise, they reach their maximum mark.
Low season
During the official tourist season, the operation of all pools, restaurants, as well as the entire staff of the service staff, is guaranteed. However, the rest of the time, rest in Turkey will be simply magnificent. It should be borne in mind that in the "low" season, which lasts from mid-October to early April, not all hotels are open to tourists. The weather in Turkey for the months of the "low" season does not differ in high air temperature. In addition, it often rains during this period. However, many tourists visit the country in order to breathe in the mountain and sea air, as well as enjoy the comfort and excellent cuisine. The best months of the “low” season are October (its second half), early November, March, and April. During this period, it is already warm enough, and with a successful scenario, it will be possible to swim.
Beach season
This period lasts six months in Turkey. The country is washed by four seas. In their list is the Mediterranean, Marmara, Aegean and Black. The weather in Turkey for months in its various territories has some differences. In this regard, at different times, the swimming season begins. By the first summer month, the water temperature is set at plus twenty-one to twenty-four degrees.
At the same time, the swimming season in the Black and Marmara Seas begins two weeks later, and ends a little earlier than in resort areas located in the south of the country. Diverse in the exotic country of Turkey, the weather is monthly. May in its southern areas is characterized by the opening of the bathing season. However, the water temperature in this last month of spring is not very comfortable. The highest humidity is typical for the Black Sea coast. Weather in Turkey for the months of the "high" season (July, August) in the Mediterranean is characterized by elevated air temperature. But on the coast of the Aegean Sea, tourists can feel somewhat more comfortable.
The Velvet season
This period of pleasant relaxation lasts from September to the end of October. In early autumn, you can have a great time by the sea. Tour prices are starting to decline, and the weather is much nicer. The velvet season is characterized by the absence of summer heat and a pleasantly refreshing sea.
It so happens that already in mid-October it begins to rain. It all depends on the surprises of the weather. So, going to a resort in Turkey, keep this in mind.
The velvet season is wonderful not only in comfortable weather conditions. During this period, you can safely explore all the sights of the country, which in Turkey are a huge number.
Climate
Natural conditions in Turkey are favorable for health. The country’s territory is located in five climatic zones. That is why in any of the seasons of the year a tourist will be able to choose the program of rest that interests him. For travel to Istanbul, fall or spring is suitable. For lovers of ski resorts - the period from April to October. Different weather conditions allow the water of the Mediterranean Sea to heat up faster and cool longer, and in the resort areas of the Aegean Sea - to maintain a more comfortable air temperature in July and August.
Spring
During this period, Turkey is especially beautiful and fresh. Already in summer it becomes warm in the middle of spring, and in May some tourists open the swimming season.
It rains throughout Turkey throughout March. In the first spring month, the weather in the country is not stable. So, today it may rain, and tomorrow the sun will warm and shine all day. Good weather during this period most often occurs on the southern shores of the Mediterranean and Aegean Seas. But in Istanbul, March is characterized by precipitation in the form of snow or rain. However, here quite often sunny days allow you to calmly walk along the streets of the city. There are tourists who prefer to visit Cappadocia and Istanbul only in March. This month, boutique hotels offer affordable rooms, and the surrounding landscape pleases with the flowering of numerous plants.
At the end of March, the weather becomes somewhat more comfortable, and dolphins can be observed in the Sea of Marmara. During this period, animals migrate to the Black Sea. As for the eastern regions of Turkey, in March it is snowy and cold. But in the south on some days the air temperature already exceeds the mark of plus fifteen. The water in the Mediterranean Sea in March is cool. Its temperature is generally not higher than seventeen degrees.
The second spring month - April - is characterized by frequent rains. However, the weather can bring pleasant surprises. It is worth noting the fact that cherries and wild flowers on the shores of the Mediterranean, Aegean and Marmara seas, as well as in Central Anatolia, begin to bloom in April. Some tourists tend to visit Turkey during this period to enjoy the beautiful landscapes.
In mid-spring, water in the Aegean and Mediterranean seas warms up. This allows us to talk about the approaching swimming season. In the western and southern regions of the country, air temperature reaches a point of sixteen degrees. At the same time, rains become quite rare and short-lived. They go once or twice a week for no more than two hours. Of course, for those who like warmth, this temperature is still quite low. However, for a normal vacation in another country and sightseeing, this period is the best suited. Eastern territories in this period are not yet encouraging with warmth, but you will not see snow there either. Here is the weather in Turkey (April).
May brings warmth to almost the entire territory of the country. And already on the Mediterranean coast it can be described as summer. Turkey opens the swimming season at the end of May. The weather is quite favorable for this. However, some tourists tend to plunge into the sea at the beginning of the month.
Spring in Side
In Turkey, you can find a place that is considered a small paradise. This is a small town of Side, located on the Mediterranean coast. In the spring, its foothill areas begin to be covered with amazing greenery, which pleases the eye in conditions where the amount of precipitation is moderate.
Gorgeous during this period for tourists Turkey. Side (the weather for the months is slightly higher than for the whole country) in May can please twenty-five degrees in the afternoon. However, it is still cool in the evening and at night. The column of the thermometer drops to a mark of seventeen to twenty degrees. In mid-May, the beach season opens. Although the water temperature is twenty-one to twenty-two degrees, the resort is filled with numerous tourists. The end of May pleases with a comfortable temperature, which in the daytime is twenty-five to twenty-nine degrees. At the same time, the water warms up to twenty-twenty-two degrees.
Spring in Marmaris
In the south-west of Turkey is a Europeanized youth resort. Marmaris, this name he bears, lies on the banks of a picturesque bay. Here you can watch how a narrow strip of land separates the Mediterranean and Aegean seas. This city is very green and at the same time cosmopolitan and vibrant. The magnificent country of Turkey invites numerous tourists to this resort.
Monthly weather (Marmaris attracts travelers in the spring) in anticipation of the summer season is characterized by a decrease in rainfall. During this period, buds bloom on the trees, bougainvillea blooms. If in March the air in the daytime only gets a few degrees warm, then in April it is already warm in spring. Its temperature reaches a mark of 20 degrees. This time is great for getting close to nature and numerous excursions. In the middle of May, the swimming season opens at this resort, and by the end of the last spring month, evenings become warm.
Summer
Before going to the resort, anyone will want to know what the weather is like in Turkey. May, June is a rather warm and comfortable period. The first summer month is considered an excellent time for planning a vacation in one of the Turkish resorts. It is during this period that it is still not very hot, but already warm enough.
A wonderful holiday destination is Turkey in early June. The weather this month will please even the most fastidious tourists. In early summer, daytime temperatures are rapidly approaching twenty-eight degrees. The nights are getting warm. They are comfortable for sleeping, and for romantic leisurely walks. This is the time when there is no heat yet, and the amount of rain is already noticeably declining.
One of the best places to stay is Turkey in June. Weather, reviews of tourists about which they say about its maximum comfort for almost everyone, allows you to enjoy your vacation. Water in the Mediterranean becomes warmer, heating up to 25 degrees. In the Aegean Sea, it is somewhat colder. The water temperature at these resorts is 23 degrees. But the Black Sea warms up in June only to the level of 21 degrees.
The hottest resort in Turkey is Antalya. The same climate is characteristic of those areas that are adjacent to it. This area for its unique weather conditions and landscape is called the Turkish Riviera. From the beginning of July to the end of August, the air temperature in this area can reach forty degrees. Water warms up to twenty seven.
For a more comfortable stay, it is recommended to choose tours to Bodrum, Izmir and Kusadasi. It's not so hot here. On the coasts of Turkey, adjacent to the mountain peaks, the wind is almost completely absent. At the same time, high humidity remains in the air. Those who need drier air should not visit Kemer, Belek, as well as other mountainous areas until the end of summer.
Summer in Side
Tens of thousands of tourists are attracted by Turkey for leisure. Side (the weather is slightly different for months from other southern cities of this amazing country) pleases visitors with a bright sun and a cloudless sky. In the summer, in this resort area, air temperature often rises to a mark of 40 degrees. Precipitation during the hottest season is a very rare phenomenon. On average, their norm reaches one to three millimeters. It’s warm in the nights (about plus twenty). This time can be used with pleasure for romantic walks by the sea and evening exercises. A magnificent vacation offers its guests Turkey. Side (the weather in this city is suitable not only for getting a tan) pleases travelers with a comfortable sea temperature. In the summer, it is 26-29 degrees.
Summer in Marmaris
For a long period of time, tourists from all over the world have been attracted by this resort town. Marmaris, located on the luxurious coast, pleases vacationers with a mild marine climate. This resort area is ideal for spending summer holidays, because even at high temperatures (33-34 degrees) the air pleases with its freshness. Thanks to this, heat does not exhaust a person. The formation of such a microclimate is facilitated by mountain ranges. They keep air humidity at thirty-five percent. Comfortable in Marmaris and the water temperature. Its value is at the level of 21-22 degrees.
