AI-generatedAntalya at a glance
- Best time
- May – Jun, Aug – Oct
- Warmest month
- Jul · 35°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 29.2°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,790 h
- Rain a year
- 785 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+3
- Elevation
- 61 m
Climate in Antalya
Antalya has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. July is the warmest month with average highs of 35 °C, while January is the coolest at 13 °C. With around 2,790 hours of sunshine a year, Antalya is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 11.5 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Excellent
Best time to visit: May – June, August – October
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 17°
- Midday, 13:00: about 24°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 24°
- Evening, 20:00: about 20°
- Night, 23:00: about 18°
07:0318:22
Pleasant evenings; a light layer can help.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
What is the weather like in Antalya in October?
In October, Antalya is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 25.3 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 64 mm in total. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Antalya.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 19 min07:03 – 18:22
- UV index
- 5 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 1 daydew point 18 °C or more
- Wind
- 12 km/haverage daily peak
- Cloud cover
- 26 %on average
- Hot days
- 1 day30 °C or more
- Time zone
- UTC+3Europe/Istanbul
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %95 %
- Seaweight 25 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %72 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %99 %
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
Sea temperature in Antalya
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 24.5 – 26.1 °C
Swimming season: May – Dec
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Antalya ranges from 17.1 °C in February to 29.2 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from May to December.
The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in August, while the air already peaks in July. From October to March 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 28.6 and 29.9 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 18.1° | 17.3° | 19.0° | fresh |
| FebruaryFeb | 17.1° | 16.4° | 17.8° | fresh |
| MarchMar | 17.1° | 16.5° | 17.7° | fresh |
| AprilApr | 18.3° | 17.7° | 18.8° | fresh |
| MayMay | 21.3° | 20.6° | 22.1° | refreshing |
| JuneJun | 25.0° | 24.2° | 25.8° | pleasant |
| JulyJul | 28.1° | 27.5° | 28.7° | warm |
| AugustAug | 29.2° | 28.6° | 29.9° | very warm |
| SeptemberSep | 28.0° | 27.3° | 28.8° | warm |
| OctoberOct | 25.3° | 24.5° | 26.1° | pleasant |
| NovemberNov | 22.4° | 21.6° | 23.0° | refreshing |
| DecemberDec | 20.0° | 19.3° | 20.9° | refreshing |
Sunshine hours in Antalya
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 Antalya, 65 % of the day.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
UV index in Antalya
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 30 min
- Fair skin
- about 35 min
- Light brown skin
- about 50 min
- Olive skin
- about 65 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen it, 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.
Rain in Antalya: 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, Antalya has about 4 rainy days with 64 mm of rain in total.
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
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 | 17 | 13° | 6° | 18.1° | 4.0 h | 11 | 179 |
| FebruaryFeb | 20 | 14° | 6° | 17.1° | 4.9 h | 8 | 102 |
| MarchMar | 28 | 16° | 7° | 17.1° | 6.6 h | 7 | 69 |
| AprilApr | 43 | 20° | 10° | 18.3° | 7.7 h | 7 | 48 |
| MayMay | 90 | 25° | 15° | 21.3° | 9.2 h | 4 | 31 |
| JuneJun | 100 | 31° | 20° | 25.0° | 11.0 h | 2 | 8 |
| JulyJul | 83 | 35° | 23° | 28.1° | 11.5 h | 1 | 2 |
| AugustAug | 85 | 34° | 24° | 29.2° | 10.8 h | 1 | 3 |
| SeptemberSep | 100 | 30° | 20° | 28.0° | 9.4 h | 2 | 16 |
| OctoberOct | 92 | 25° | 15° | 25.3° | 7.3 h | 4 | 64 |
| NovemberNov | 45 | 19° | 11° | 22.4° | 5.4 h | 7 | 99 |
| DecemberDec | 23 | 14° | 8° | 20.0° | 3.7 h | 11 | 165 |
Climate averages 1996–2025, 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)
36.91° N, 30.70° E · 61 m · Europe/Istanbul
Best time to visit Antalya
The best time to visit Antalya is from May to June and from August to October. For a beach holiday with the sea above 21 °C, go from May to October. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from March to May and from October to November. From July to August it can get very hot, with highs of up to 35 °C. The wettest month is January with 179 mm of precipitation.
Antalya through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Antalya in spring
Mar – May
Fair
- 16–25 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 8 h of sun a day
- 18 rainy days in all
Antalya in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 31–35 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 11 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days in all
Antalya in autumn
Sep – Nov
Good
- 19–30 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 7 h of sun a day
- 13 rainy days in all
Antalya in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 13–14 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 4 h of sun a day
- 31 rainy days in all
Find your perfect month
Tell us what you like and we rate every month in Antalya for you.
Your best months: June, September
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
May – Oct
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Mar – May, Oct – Nov
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Peak heat
Jul – Aug
Highs of 33 °C or more
Antalya month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
17January13° · Sea 18° · 4 h
In January, Antalya is cool: daytime highs average 13 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 18.1 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 179 mm in total. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Antalya.
Antalya in January20February14° · Sea 17° · 5 h
In February, Antalya is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 17.1 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 102 mm. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Antalya.
Antalya in February28March16° · Sea 17° · 7 h
In March, Antalya is mild: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 17.1 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 69 mm. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Antalya.
Antalya in March43April20° · Sea 18° · 8 h
In April, Antalya is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 18.3 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 48 mm. All in all, April is a so-so month for a holiday in Antalya.
Antalya in April90May25° · Sea 21° · 9 h
In May, Antalya is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 21.3 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 9 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 31 mm in total. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Antalya.
Antalya in May100June31° · Sea 25° · 11 h
In June, Antalya is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and nights cool down to about 20 °C. The sea averages 25.0 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 11 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 8 mm in total. On about 16 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Antalya.
Antalya in June83July35° · Sea 28° · 12 h
In July, Antalya is very hot: daytime highs average 35 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 28.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 12 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Antalya.
Antalya in July85August34° · Sea 29° · 11 h
In August, Antalya is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.2 °C – almost as warm as a bath. With around 11 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. 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 Antalya.
Antalya in August100September30° · Sea 28° · 9 h
In September, Antalya is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and nights cool down to about 20 °C. The sea averages 28.0 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 9 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 16 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Antalya.
Antalya in September92October25° · Sea 25° · 7 h
In October, Antalya is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 25.3 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 64 mm in total. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Antalya.
Antalya in October45November19° · Sea 22° · 5 h
In November, Antalya is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 22.4 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 99 mm. All in all, November is a so-so month for a holiday in Antalya.
Antalya in November23December14° · Sea 20° · 4 h
In December, Antalya is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 20.0 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun is scarce, with only about 4 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 165 mm in total. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Antalya.
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Antalya vs. Belek
In October the holiday weather in Antalya and Belek is about equally good (score 92 vs. 95). During the day Belek is 1 °C warmer than Antalya. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Antalya | Belek |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday score | 92 | 95 |
| Daytime high | 25° | 26° |
| Sea | 25° | 25° |
| Sunshine | 7 h | 7 h |
| Rainy days | 4 | 4 |
| Best time | May – Jun, Aug – Oct | May – Jun, Sep – Oct |
Through the year
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Planning a trip to Antalya
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Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 4 h
- Distance
- 2,930 km
- Time zone
- UTC+3
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Frequently asked questions about Antalya
When is the best time to visit Antalya?
The best time to visit Antalya is from May to June and from August to October. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Antalya?
The sea temperature in Antalya ranges from 17.1 °C in February to 29.2 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from May to December.
Can you swim in Antalya in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 25.3 °C – pleasant for swimming.
What is the warmest month in Antalya?
July is the warmest month, with average highs of 35 °C and nights around 23 °C. January is the coolest month at 13 °C.
When does it rain most in Antalya?
The wettest month is January with 179 mm of precipitation. The driest month is July with 2 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Antalya get?
Antalya gets around 2,790 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 11.5 hours a day; in December there are 3.7 hours a day.
What time zone is Antalya in?
Antalya uses the time zone Europe/Istanbul, at UTC+3 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Antalya?
A nonstop flight from London to Antalya takes about 4 h, for a straight-line distance of about 2,930 km.
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