AI-generatedAlaçatı at a glance
- Best time
- Jun – Sep
- Warmest month
- Aug · 31°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 23.8°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,870 h
- Rain a year
- 613 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+3
- Elevation
- 11 m
Climate in Alaçatı
Alaçatı has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 31 °C, while January is the coolest at 14 °C. With around 2,870 hours of sunshine a year, Alaçatı is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 12.2 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Alaçatı
The best time to visit Alaçatı is from June to September. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from June to October. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from March to May and from October to December. The wettest month is December with 133 mm of precipitation.
Alaçatı through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Alaçatı in spring
Mar – May
Fair
- 17–25 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 8.2 h of sun a day
- 16 rainy days in all
Alaçatı in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 29–31 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 11.8 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day in all
Alaçatı in autumn
Sep – Nov
Good
- 19–28 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 7.3 h of sun a day
- 15 rainy days in all
Alaçatı in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 14–15 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 4.1 h of sun a day
- 34 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jun – Oct
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Mar – May, Oct – Dec
15–28 °C and not too much rain
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Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Good
Best time to visit: June – September
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forBeach & swimmingSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 16°
- Midday, 13:00: about 23°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 24°
- Evening, 20:00: about 20°
- Night, 23:00: about 18°
07:2218:38
Pleasant evenings; a light layer can help.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 07:06–07:58 · evening 18:03–18:55
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:55–07:06 · evening 18:55–19:05
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Alaçatı compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 26° at the start of the month to 21° at the end. The sea cools from 22° to 20°. The days get 1.2 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 26° | 21° |
| Night-time low | 17° | 13° |
| Sea | 22° | 20° |
| Daylight | 11.8 h | 10.7 h |
What is the weather like in Alaçatı in October?
In October, Alaçatı is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 21.0 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.3 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 45 mm in total. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Alaçatı.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 16 min07:22 – 18:38
- UV index
- 4 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 4 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 26 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 29 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+3offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %82 %
- Seaweight 25 %57 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %72 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %96 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- A jumper for the evenings
Compare two months in Alaçatı
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
August has the better holiday weather in Alaçatı: score 99 against 76. In August, days are 7 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 3 °C warmer in August. August has 5 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 4 hours longer a day in August.
| Month | October | August |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 76 | 99better |
| Daytime high | 24° | 31° |
| Night-time low | 15° | 22° |
| Sea | 21.0° | 23.8° |
| Sunshine | 7.3 h | 11.5 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 5 | 0better |
| Rainfall | 45 mm | 1 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 4better | 20 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Alaçatı month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
11January14° · Sea 17° · 3.8 h
In January, Alaçatı is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 16.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 121 mm in total. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 31 km/h. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Alaçatı.
Alaçatı in January18February15° · Sea 16° · 5.0 h
In February, Alaçatı is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 16.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 92 mm in total. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 32 km/h. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Alaçatı.
Alaçatı in February26March17° · Sea 16° · 6.5 h
In March, Alaçatı is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 15.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 66 mm. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 30 km/h. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Alaçatı.
Alaçatı in March43April20° · Sea 17° · 8.2 h
In April, Alaçatı is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 16.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 8.2 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 37 mm. All in all, April is a so-so month for a holiday in Alaçatı.
Alaçatı in April80May25° · Sea 19° · 9.9 h
In May, Alaçatı is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 18.8 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 9.9 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 13 mm in total. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Alaçatı.
Alaçatı in May92June29° · Sea 22° · 11.6 h
In June, Alaçatı is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 21.8 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 11.6 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 11 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Alaçatı.
Alaçatı in June97July31° · Sea 23° · 12.2 h
In July, Alaçatı is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 23.2 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 12.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 22 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 28 km/h. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Alaçatı.
Alaçatı in July99August31° · Sea 24° · 11.5 h
In August, Alaçatı is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 23.8 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 11.5 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 23 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Alaçatı.
Alaçatı in August96September28° · Sea 23° · 9.4 h
In September, Alaçatı is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 22.8 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 9.4 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 6 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Alaçatı.
Alaçatı in September76October24° · Sea 21° · 7.3 h
In October, Alaçatı is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 21.0 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.3 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 45 mm in total. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Alaçatı.
Alaçatı in October29November19° · Sea 19° · 5.1 h
In November, Alaçatı is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 19.0 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.1 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 85 mm. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Alaçatı.
Alaçatı in November13December15° · Sea 18° · 3.5 h
In December, Alaçatı is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 17.7 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.5 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 133 mm in total. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 31 km/h. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Alaçatı.
Alaçatı in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Alaçatı
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cold 0–8°
- Cool 8–15°
- Pleasant 15–20°
- Warm 20–24°
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
PleasantOctober: nights around 15°. Ideal for sleeping, often with the window open. Muggy on about 4 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (6°), the warmest in August (22°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from June to August; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) in May and from September to October. Nights fall below 8 °C on average from January to February, so the room should be heated. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 59 days a year, mostly from July to August.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 11 | 14° | 6° | 16.6° | 3.8 h | 12 | 121 |
| FebruaryFeb | 18 | 15° | 7° | 16.0° | 5.0 h | 10 | 92 |
| MarchMar | 26 | 17° | 8° | 15.9° | 6.5 h | 8 | 66 |
| AprilApr | 43 | 20° | 11° | 16.6° | 8.2 h | 6 | 37 |
| MayMay | 80 | 25° | 15° | 18.8° | 9.9 h | 3 | 13 |
| JuneJun | 92 | 29° | 20° | 21.8° | 11.6 h | 1 | 4 |
| JulyJul | 97 | 31° | 22° | 23.2° | 12.2 h | 0 | 0 |
| AugustAug | 99 | 31° | 22° | 23.8° | 11.5 h | 0 | 1 |
| SeptemberSep | 96 | 28° | 19° | 22.8° | 9.4 h | 2 | 17 |
| OctoberOct | 76 | 24° | 15° | 21.0° | 7.3 h | 5 | 45 |
| NovemberNov | 29 | 19° | 11° | 19.0° | 5.1 h | 8 | 85 |
| DecemberDec | 13 | 15° | 8° | 17.7° | 3.5 h | 12 | 133 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sea temperature in Alaçatı
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 19.9 – 21.9 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Oct
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Alaçatı ranges from 15.9 °C in March to 23.8 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
From December to February the sea is even warmer than the afternoon air. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 22.8 and 25.0 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 16.6° | 15.6° | 17.9° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 16.0° | 15.1° | 16.6° | cold |
| MarchMar | 15.9° | 15.2° | 16.5° | cold |
| AprilApr | 16.6° | 15.8° | 17.1° | cold |
| MayMay | 18.8° | 18.1° | 19.4° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 21.8° | 21.2° | 22.6° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 23.2° | 22.3° | 24.1° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 23.8° | 22.8° | 25.0° | pleasant |
| SeptemberSep | 22.8° | 21.6° | 23.8° | refreshing |
| OctoberOct | 21.0° | 19.9° | 21.9° | refreshing |
| NovemberNov | 19.0° | 17.9° | 20.0° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 17.7° | 17.1° | 18.7° | fresh |
Sunshine hours in Alaçatı
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 7.3 of 11.3 hours of daylight in Alaçatı, 65 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: measured at the weather station 2 km away, averages 1991–2020 (WMO climate normals). Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Alaçatı: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Alaçatı has about 5 rainy days with 45 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Alaçatı
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 4 · moderateAround midday seek shade; use sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in June (UV 10).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 30 min
- Fair skin
- about 40 min
- Light brown skin
- about 55 min
- Olive skin
- about 70 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind and clouds in Alaçatı
How breezy and how cloudy Alaçatı is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Alaçatı typically peaks at 26 km/h during the day: Beaufort 4, moderate breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting, and here it is that strong all year.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 29 % of the sky over Alaçatı: mostly sunny, with about 7.3 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat and humidity in Alaçatı
How often the day gets hot in Alaçatı (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Alaçatı has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 24 °C: pleasant. Heat plays no part this month.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Alaçatı
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Alaçatı in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Alaçatı has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 98) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 12).
- 38
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 19 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 7.7 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 82
May half-term
May – Jun
Excellent
- 26 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 10.2 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 98
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 11.7 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 76
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 24 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 7.3 h of sun a day
- 5 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
- 12
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 14 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 3.7 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days a month
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 3 h 35 min
- Distance
- 2,550 km
- Time zone
- UTC+3
- Jet lag
- Hardly any (under 3 h)
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
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Alaçatı vs Çeşme
In October the holiday weather in Alaçatı and Çeşme is about equally good (score 76 vs 76). During the day it is about as warm in Çeşme as in Alaçatı. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Alaçatı | Çeşme |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 76 | 76 |
| Daytime high | 24° | 24° |
| Sea | 21° | 21° |
| Sunshine | 7 h | 7 h |
| Rainy days | 5 | 5 |
| Best time | Jun – Sep | Jun – Sep |
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Frequently asked questions about Alaçatı
When is the best time to visit Alaçatı?
The best time to visit Alaçatı is from June to September. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Alaçatı?
The sea temperature in Alaçatı ranges from 15.9 °C in March to 23.8 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
Can you swim in Alaçatı in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 21.0 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Alaçatı?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 31 °C and nights around 22 °C. January is the coolest month at 14 °C.
When does it rain most in Alaçatı?
The wettest month is December with 133 mm of precipitation. The driest month is July with 0 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Alaçatı get?
Alaçatı gets around 2,870 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 12.2 hours a day; in December there are 3.5 hours a day.
What time zone is Alaçatı in?
Alaçatı is on UTC+3 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Alaçatı?
A nonstop flight from London to Alaçatı takes about 3 h 35 min, for a straight-line distance of about 2,550 km.
Which school holidays are best for Alaçatı?
Alaçatı has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 98) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 12). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 38, May half-term 82, summer holidays 98, October half-term 76, Christmas holidays 12.