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Anamur weather & best time to visit

Sun, sea & sand

Anamur at a glance

Best time
May – Oct
Warmest month
Aug · 34°
Warmest sea
Aug · 28.7°
Sunshine a year
2,810 h
Rain a year
751 mm
Climate
Mediterranean
Time zone
UTC+3
Elevation
28 m

Climate in Anamur

Anamur has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 34 °C, while January is the coolest at 16 °C. With around 2,810 hours of sunshine a year, Anamur is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 10.3 hours a day.

Holiday weather through the year

Best time to visit

Best time to visit Anamur

The best time to visit Anamur is from May to October. 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 February to May and from October to December. From July to August it can get very hot, with highs of up to 34 °C. The wettest month is January with 147 mm of precipitation.

Anamur through the seasons

How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.

Anamur in spring

Mar – May

53

Fair

  • 19–26 °C by day
  • Sea 19 °C
  • 8.0 h of sun a day
  • 26 rainy days in all

Anamur in summer

Jun – Aug

91

Excellent

  • 30–34 °C by day
  • Sea 27 °C
  • 10.2 h of sun a day
  • 14 rainy days in all

Anamur in autumn

Sep – Nov

84

Excellent

  • 22–31 °C by day
  • Sea 26 °C
  • 7.7 h of sun a day
  • 20 rainy days in all

Anamur in winter

Dec – Feb

21

Poor

  • 16–18 °C by day
  • Sea 19 °C
  • 4.8 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

Feb – May, Oct – Dec

15–28 °C and not too much rain

Peak heat

Jul – Aug

Highs of 33 °C or more

Rainy months

Jan

Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days

Find your perfect month

Tell us what you like and we rate every month in Anamur for you.

Swimming in the sea
Sunshine
Little rain

Your best months: June, September – October

Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.

Your holiday weather, at a glance

Weather in October

Weather in October

92

Holiday weather in October

Excellent

Best time to visit: May – October

Good forBeach & swimmingSightseeing & walks

A typical day in October

  1. Morning, 08:00: about 20°
  2. Midday, 13:00: about 27°
  3. Afternoon, 16:00: about 27°
  4. Evening, 20:00: about 23°
  5. Night, 23:00: about 21°

06:5418:14

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 06:38–07:29 · evening 17:40–18:30
Blue hour
Morning 06:28–06:38 · evening 18:30–18:40

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 Anamur compared with home

Home:

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Early or late October?

In October, daytime highs fall from about 29° at the start of the month to 25° at the end. The sea cools from 27° to 24°. The days get 1.1 h shorter.

Early or late October?
October1 Oct31 Oct
Daytime high29°25°
Night-time low20°16°
Sea27°24°
Daylight11.9 h10.8 h

What is the weather like in Anamur in October?

In October, Anamur is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 25.7 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 39 mm. On about 6 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Anamur.

More details for October

Daylight
11 h 20 min06:54 – 18:14
UV index
5 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
Muggy days
1 daydew point 18 °C or moreAll months
Wind
9 km/haverage daily peakAll months
Cloud cover
28 %on averageAll months
Hot days
6 days30 °C or moreAll months
Time zone
UTC+3offset from UTC

How the score comes together

  • Temperatureweight 35 %100 %
  • Seaweight 25 %100 %
  • Sunshineweight 20 %78 %
  • Few rainy daysweight 20 %80 %

Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.

What to pack in October

  • Swimwear
  • Sunscreen
  • Light, breathable clothes

Compare two months in Anamur

Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.

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June has the better holiday weather in Anamur: score 98 against 92. In June, days are 2 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 1 °C cooler in June. June has one rainy day fewer. The sun shines 2 hours longer a day in June.

October vs June, Anamur
MonthOctoberJune
Holiday weather score9298better
Daytime high28°30°
Night-time low18°21°
Sea25.7°24.4°
Sunshine7.7 h10.1 hbetter
Rainy days76better
Rainfall39 mm19 mmbetter
Muggy days1better8

Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.

Anamur month by month

The typical weather for every month at a glance.

18January16° · Sea 18° · 4.5 h

In January, Anamur is cool: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 18.3 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 4.5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 147 mm in total. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Anamur.

Anamur in January
21February16° · Sea 17° · 5.6 h

In February, Anamur is mild: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 17.3 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 108 mm in total. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Anamur.

Anamur in February
25March19° · Sea 17° · 6.9 h

In March, Anamur is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 17.3 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 6.9 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 86 mm in total. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Anamur.

Anamur in March
50April22° · Sea 18° · 8.2 h

In April, Anamur is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 18.1 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.2 hours a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 54 mm. All in all, April is a so-so month for a holiday in Anamur.

Anamur in April
85May26° · Sea 21° · 9.0 h

In May, Anamur is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 20.9 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 9.0 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 35 mm. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Anamur.

Anamur in May
98June30° · Sea 24° · 10.1 h

In June, Anamur is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 24.4 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 19 mm. On about 15 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Anamur.

Anamur in June
89July33° · Sea 28° · 10.3 h

In July, Anamur is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 27.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 10.3 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 11 mm in total. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Anamur.

Anamur in July
85August34° · Sea 29° · 10.1 h

In August, Anamur is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 28.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 10.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 17 mm. On about 30 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 Anamur.

Anamur in August
95September31° · Sea 28° · 9.5 h

In September, Anamur is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 28.0 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 9.5 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 24 mm. On about 21 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Anamur.

Anamur in September
92October28° · Sea 26° · 7.7 h

In October, Anamur is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 25.7 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 39 mm. On about 6 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Anamur.

Anamur in October
65November22° · Sea 23° · 6.0 h

In November, Anamur is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 22.8 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 6.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 73 mm. All in all, November is a good month for a holiday in Anamur.

Anamur in November
25December18° · Sea 20° · 4.4 h

In December, Anamur is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 20.1 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 4.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 138 mm in total. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Anamur.

Anamur in December

Climate in detail

Year & climate table

Climate through the year

Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.

Best time to visit

Nights and sleep in Anamur

How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.

  • Cool 8–15°
  • Pleasant 15–20°
  • Warm 20–24°
  • Hot 24° and more
  • muggy month (15+ muggy days)

PleasantOctober: nights around 18°. Ideal for sleeping, often with the window open. Muggy on about 1 day (dew point 18 °C or more).

The coolest nights are in January (9°), the warmest in August (25°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from June to September; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) in May and in October. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 69 days a year, mostly from July to August.

Temperatures through the year

Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.

OctoberDay 28°Night 18°Sea 26°
DayNightSea
MonthScoreDayNightSeaSunRain daysRain mm
JanuaryJan1816°9°18.3°4.5 h12147
FebruaryFeb2116°9°17.3°5.6 h10108
MarchMar2519°10°17.3°6.9 h1086
AprilApr5022°13°18.1°8.2 h954
MayMay8526°17°20.9°9.0 h735
JuneJun9830°21°24.4°10.1 h619
JulyJul8933°24°27.6°10.3 h411
AugustAug8534°25°28.7°10.1 h517
SeptemberSep9531°22°28.0°9.5 h624
OctoberOct9228°18°25.7°7.7 h739
NovemberNov6522°14°22.8°6.0 h773
DecemberDec2518°10°20.1°4.4 h12138

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
Swimming calendar

Sea temperature in Anamur

Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.

Sea in October25.7°Cpleasant

8 in 10 years: 25.0 – 26.5 °C

Swimming season: May – Dec

  • cold
  • fresh
  • refreshing
  • pleasant
  • warm
  • very warm
OctoberMean sea temperature 25.7°8 in 10 years 25.0° – 26.5°
20°
Mean sea temperature8 in 10 years20 °C – comfortable for swimming

The sea temperature in Anamur ranges from 17.3 °C in February to 28.7 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from May to December.

From November 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 28.3 and 29.3 °C.

Sea temperature by month
MonthAverageCool yearWarm yearFeels
JanuaryJan18.3°17.4°19.1°fresh
FebruaryFeb17.3°16.5°18.1°fresh
MarchMar17.3°16.6°18.0°fresh
AprilApr18.1°17.7°18.8°fresh
MayMay20.9°20.3°21.8°refreshing
JuneJun24.4°23.8°25.1°pleasant
JulyJul27.6°27.0°28.1°warm
AugustAug28.7°28.3°29.3°warm
SeptemberSep28.0°27.2°28.7°warm
OctoberOct25.7°25.0°26.5°pleasant
NovemberNov22.8°21.9°23.4°refreshing
DecemberDec20.1°19.3°21.1°refreshing
Sunshine
Sunshine

Sunshine hours in Anamur

Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.

Per year
2,810 hours
Sunniest month
Jul · 10.3 h a day
Least sunshine
Dec · 4.4 h a day
OctoberSunshine 7.7 hDaylight 11.3 hShare of daylight 68 %
SunshineDaylight

In October, the sun shines for about 7.7 of 11.3 hours of daylight in Anamur, 68 % of the daylight hours.

Sunshine hours: measured at the weather station 3 km away, averages 1991–2020 (WMO climate normals). Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.

Rain
Rain

Rain in Anamur: 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.

Per year
751 mm on 95 days
Wettest month
Jan · 147 mm
Driest month
Jul · 11 mm
OctoberRainy days 7Rainfall 39 mm

In October, Anamur has about 7 rainy days with 39 mm of rain in total.

UV index
Sun protection

UV index in Anamur

How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.

Clear-sky UV in October
5 · 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 25 min
Fair skin
about 35 min
Light brown skin
about 45 min
Olive skin
about 60 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 & clouds
Wind & clouds

Wind and clouds in Anamur

How breezy and how cloudy Anamur 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.

Year average
10 km/h · light breeze or less
Windiest month
Mar · 10 km/h
Calmest month
Nov · 9 km/h
OctoberWind 9 km/hBeaufort 2
20
WindBeaufort 4

In October, the wind in Anamur typically peaks at 9 km/h during the day: Beaufort 2, light breeze or less.

Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting

The daily breeze rarely reaches Beaufort 4 (20 km/h), so wind sports depend on single windy days.

Clouds

Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.

Year average
32 % · mostly sunny
Clearest month
Jul · 10 %
Cloudiest month
Jan · 51 %
OctoberCloud cover 28 %Sunshine 7.7 h

In October, cloud covers on average 28 % of the sky over Anamur: mostly sunny, with about 7.7 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 & humidity
Heat & humidity

Heat and humidity in Anamur

How often the day gets hot in Anamur (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.

Hot days a year
106 days
Hottest month
Aug · 34 °C
Hot months
Jun – Sep

Heat calendar

  • pleasant
  • some hot or muggy days
  • often muggy
  • often hot
  • hot and muggy
OctoberHot days (30 °C+) 6Daytime high 28 °C

In October, Anamur has about 6 hot days, with an average daytime high of 28 °C: some hot or muggy days. Single hot or muggy days are possible; a hat and water bottle are enough.

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 Anamur

Weather for your travel dates

Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.

Anamur 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.

Anamur has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 92) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 22).

  • Easter holidays

    Mar – Apr

    43

    Fair

    • 21 °C by day
    • Sea 18 °C
    • 7.8 h of sun a day
    • 9 rainy days a month

    Good for: Sightseeing & walks

  • May half-term

    May – Jun

    88

    Excellent

    • 27 °C by day
    • Sea 22 °C
    • 9.2 h of sun a day
    • 7 rainy days a month

    Good for: Sightseeing & walks

  • Summer holidays

    Jul – Aug

    86

    Excellent

    • 34 °C by day
    • Sea 28 °C
    • 10.2 h of sun a day
    • 5 rainy days a month

    Good for: Beach & swimming

    Keep in mind: Peak heat

  • October half-term

    Oct

    92

    ExcellentBest holidays

    • 28 °C by day
    • Sea 26 °C
    • 7.7 h of sun a day
    • 7 rainy days a month

    Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks

  • Christmas holidays

    Dec – Jan

    22

    Poor

    • 17 °C by day
    • Sea 19 °C
    • 4.5 h of sun a day
    • 12 rainy days a month

    Keep in mind: Frequent rain

Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.

Getting there

Flying from

Nonstop flight
about 4 h 15 min
Distance
3,130 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.

Good to know: Turkey

Currency
Turkish Lira (TRY)
Language
Turkish
Sockets
Type C, F · 230 V
Traffic
Drives on the right
Dialling code
+90
Emergency number
112

UK plugs need a travel adapter

Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.

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Anamur vs Gazipaşa

In October the holiday weather in Anamur and Gazipaşa is about equally good (score 92 vs 93). During the day Gazipaşa is 1 °C cooler than Anamur. The sea is about equally warm.

Anamur vs Gazipaşa, in October
in OctoberAnamurGazipaşa
Holiday weather score9293
Daytime high28°27°
Sea26°26°
Sunshine8 h8 h
Rainy days77
Best timeMay – OctMay – Oct

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OctoberAnamur 28°Gazipaşa 27°
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In October, Anamur ranks 19 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.

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  9. 19AnamurThis page28°26°92
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Frequently asked questions about Anamur

When is the best time to visit Anamur?

The best time to visit Anamur is from May to October. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.

How warm is the sea in Anamur?

The sea temperature in Anamur ranges from 17.3 °C in February to 28.7 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from May to December.

Can you swim in Anamur in October?

Yes. In October the sea averages 25.7 °C – pleasant for swimming.

What is the warmest month in Anamur?

August is the warmest month, with average highs of 34 °C and nights around 25 °C. January is the coolest month at 16 °C.

When does it rain most in Anamur?

The wettest month is January with 147 mm of precipitation. The driest month is July with 11 mm.

How many hours of sunshine does Anamur get?

Anamur gets around 2,810 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 10.3 hours a day; in December there are 4.4 hours a day.

What time zone is Anamur in?

Anamur is on UTC+3 all year.

How long is the flight from London to Anamur?

A nonstop flight from London to Anamur takes about 4 h 15 min, for a straight-line distance of about 3,130 km.

Which school holidays are best for Anamur?

Anamur has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 92) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 22). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 43, May half-term 88, summer holidays 86, October half-term 92, Christmas holidays 22.