AI-generatedAyvalık at a glance
- Best time
- May – Sep
- Warmest month
- Jul · 33°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 23.4°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,710 h
- Rain a year
- 757 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+3
- Elevation
- 8 m
Climate in Ayvalık
Ayvalık has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. July is the warmest month with average highs of 33 °C, while January is the coolest at 12 °C. With around 2,710 hours of sunshine a year, Ayvalık is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 12.2 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Ayvalık
The best time to visit Ayvalık is from May to September. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from June to September. 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 33 °C. The wettest month is December with 133 mm of precipitation.
Ayvalık through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Ayvalık in spring
Mar – May
Fair
- 16–26 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 7.8 h of sun a day
- 21 rainy days in all
Ayvalık in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 31–33 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 11.7 h of sun a day
- 3 rainy days in all
Ayvalık in autumn
Sep – Nov
Good
- 18–29 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 6.6 h of sun a day
- 19 rainy days in all
Ayvalık in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 12–14 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 3.5 h of sun a day
- 35 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jun – Sep
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
Rainy months
Dec
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: June, September
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: May – September
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 15°
- Midday, 13:00: about 23°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 23°
- Evening, 20:00: about 19°
- Night, 23:00: about 17°
07:2218:36
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 07:05–07:58 · evening 18:00–18:53
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:55–07:05 · evening 18:53–19:03
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 Ayvalık 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 21° to 19°. The days get 1.2 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 26° | 21° |
| Night-time low | 16° | 12° |
| Sea | 21° | 19° |
| Daylight | 11.8 h | 10.6 h |
What is the weather like in Ayvalık in October?
In October, Ayvalık is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 20.3 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 6.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 71 mm. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Ayvalık.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 14 min07:22 – 18:36
- UV index
- 4 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 1 daydew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 20 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 33 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+3offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %72 %
- Seaweight 25 %47 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %57 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %86 %
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 Ayvalık
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
September has the better holiday weather in Ayvalık: score 94 against 65. In September, days are 6 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 2 °C warmer in September. September has 3 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 3 hours longer a day in September.
| Month | October | September |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 65 | 94better |
| Daytime high | 23° | 29° |
| Night-time low | 14° | 18° |
| Sea | 20.3° | 22.2° |
| Sunshine | 6.4 h | 9.2 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 6 | 3better |
| Rainfall | 71 mm | 26 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 1better | 5 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Ayvalık month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
10January12° · Sea 16° · 3.3 h
In January, Ayvalık is cool: daytime highs average 12 °C, and nights cool down to about 5 °C. The sea averages 15.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.3 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 123 mm in total. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Ayvalık.
Ayvalık in January15February13° · Sea 15° · 4.3 h
In February, Ayvalık is cool: daytime highs average 13 °C, and nights cool down to about 5 °C. The sea averages 15.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 104 mm in total. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Ayvalık.
Ayvalık in February22March16° · Sea 15° · 6.0 h
In March, Ayvalık is cool: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 15.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 78 mm in total. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Ayvalık.
Ayvalık in March38April20° · Sea 16° · 7.7 h
In April, Ayvalık is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 16.1 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 60 mm. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Ayvalık.
Ayvalık in April80May26° · Sea 19° · 9.6 h
In May, Ayvalık is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 18.6 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 9.6 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 28 mm in total. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Ayvalık.
Ayvalık in May92June31° · Sea 22° · 11.5 h
In June, Ayvalık is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 21.8 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 11.5 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 14 mm in total. On about 17 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Ayvalık.
Ayvalık in June86July33° · Sea 23° · 12.2 h
In July, Ayvalık is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °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 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Ayvalık.
Ayvalık in July87August33° · Sea 23° · 11.5 h
In August, Ayvalık is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 23.4 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 11.5 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, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Ayvalık.
Ayvalık in August94September29° · Sea 22° · 9.2 h
In September, Ayvalık is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 22.2 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 9.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 26 mm in total. On about 9 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Ayvalık.
Ayvalık in September65October23° · Sea 20° · 6.4 h
In October, Ayvalık is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 20.3 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 6.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 71 mm. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Ayvalık.
Ayvalık in October20November18° · Sea 18° · 4.2 h
In November, Ayvalık is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 18.3 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 4.2 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 114 mm in total. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Ayvalık.
Ayvalık in November8December14° · Sea 17° · 2.8 h
In December, Ayvalık is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 16.8 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 2.8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 133 mm in total. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Ayvalık.
Ayvalık in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Ayvalık
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°
CoolOctober: nights around 14°. A duvet at night and a jumper for the evening. Muggy on about 1 day (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (5°), the warmest in August (23°). 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 in September. Nights fall below 8 °C on average from December to March, so the room should be heated.
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 | 10 | 12° | 5° | 15.6° | 3.3 h | 12 | 123 |
| FebruaryFeb | 15 | 13° | 5° | 15.0° | 4.3 h | 10 | 104 |
| MarchMar | 22 | 16° | 7° | 15.2° | 6.0 h | 9 | 78 |
| AprilApr | 38 | 20° | 11° | 16.1° | 7.7 h | 7 | 60 |
| MayMay | 80 | 26° | 15° | 18.6° | 9.6 h | 5 | 28 |
| JuneJun | 92 | 31° | 20° | 21.8° | 11.5 h | 2 | 14 |
| JulyJul | 86 | 33° | 22° | 23.2° | 12.2 h | 1 | 2 |
| AugustAug | 87 | 33° | 23° | 23.4° | 11.5 h | 1 | 3 |
| SeptemberSep | 94 | 29° | 18° | 22.2° | 9.2 h | 3 | 26 |
| OctoberOct | 65 | 23° | 14° | 20.3° | 6.4 h | 6 | 71 |
| NovemberNov | 20 | 18° | 10° | 18.3° | 4.2 h | 10 | 114 |
| DecemberDec | 8 | 14° | 7° | 16.8° | 2.8 h | 13 | 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 Ayvalık
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 19.3 – 21.4 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Oct
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Ayvalık ranges from 15.0 °C in February to 23.4 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in August, while the air already peaks in July. 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 22.4 and 24.6 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 15.6° | 14.7° | 16.8° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 15.0° | 14.2° | 15.6° | cold |
| MarchMar | 15.2° | 14.5° | 15.9° | cold |
| AprilApr | 16.1° | 15.3° | 16.7° | cold |
| MayMay | 18.6° | 17.9° | 19.3° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 21.8° | 21.3° | 22.4° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 23.2° | 22.1° | 24.0° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 23.4° | 22.4° | 24.6° | pleasant |
| SeptemberSep | 22.2° | 21.0° | 23.0° | refreshing |
| OctoberOct | 20.3° | 19.3° | 21.4° | refreshing |
| NovemberNov | 18.3° | 17.1° | 19.4° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 16.8° | 16.0° | 17.8° | cold |
Sunshine hours in Ayvalık
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 6.4 of 11.2 hours of daylight in Ayvalık, 57 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: measured at the weather station 1 km away, averages 1991–2020 (WMO climate normals). Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Ayvalık: 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, Ayvalık has about 6 rainy days with 71 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Ayvalık
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 Ayvalık
How breezy and how cloudy Ayvalık 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 Ayvalık typically peaks at 20 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: Jul – Aug, Oct – Mar.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 33 % of the sky over Ayvalık: mostly sunny, with about 6.4 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 Ayvalık
How often the day gets hot in Ayvalık (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, Ayvalık has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 23 °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 Ayvalık
Weather for your travel dates
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Ayvalık 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.
Ayvalık has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 87) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 9).
- 33
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 19 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 7.2 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 82
May half-term
May – Jun
Excellent
- 27 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 10.0 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 87
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 33 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 11.7 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 65
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 23 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 6.4 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 9
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 13 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 3.1 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 3 h 30 min
- Distance
- 2,490 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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Ayvalık vs Mytilene
In October the holiday weather in Ayvalık and Mytilene is about equally good (score 65 vs 63). During the day it is about as warm in Mytilene as in Ayvalık. The sea in Mytilene is 1 °C warmer. Mytilene gets one more hour of sunshine a day.
| in October | Ayvalık | Mytilene |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 65 | 63 |
| Daytime high | 23° | 23° |
| Sea | 20° | 21° |
| Sunshine | 6 h | 7 h |
| Rainy days | 6 | 6 |
| Best time | May – Sep | Jun – Sep |
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Frequently asked questions about Ayvalık
When is the best time to visit Ayvalık?
The best time to visit Ayvalık is from May to September. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Ayvalık?
The sea temperature in Ayvalık ranges from 15.0 °C in February to 23.4 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
Can you swim in Ayvalık in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 20.3 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Ayvalık?
July is the warmest month, with average highs of 33 °C and nights around 22 °C. January is the coolest month at 12 °C.
When does it rain most in Ayvalık?
The wettest month is December with 133 mm of precipitation. The driest month is July with 2 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Ayvalık get?
Ayvalık gets around 2,710 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 12.2 hours a day; in December there are 2.8 hours a day.
What time zone is Ayvalık in?
Ayvalık is on UTC+3 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Ayvalık?
A nonstop flight from London to Ayvalık takes about 3 h 30 min, for a straight-line distance of about 2,490 km.
Which school holidays are best for Ayvalık?
Ayvalık has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 87) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 9). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 33, May half-term 82, summer holidays 87, October half-term 65, Christmas holidays 9.