Bodrum at a glance
- Best time
- Jun – Sep
- Warmest month
- Aug · 29°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 25.0°
- Sunshine a year
- 3,350 h
- Rain a year
- 816 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+3
- Elevation
- 11 m
Climate in Bodrum
Bodrum has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 29 °C, while January is the coolest at 14 °C. With around 3,350 hours of sunshine a year, Bodrum is very sunny; July is the sunniest month with 13.0 hours a day.
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Good
Best time to visit: June – September
What is the weather like in Bodrum in October?
In October, Bodrum is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 22.3 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 8 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 62 mm in total. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Bodrum.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 18 min07:17 – 18:35
- UV index
- 5 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)
- Muggy days
- 4 daysdew point 18 °C or more
- Wind
- 18 km/haverage daily peak
- Cloud cover
- 27 %on average
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or more
- Time zone
- UTC+3Europe/Istanbul
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %58 %
- Seaweight 25 %76 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %88 %
- 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
- Sunglasses & sun hat
Sea temperature in Bodrum
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 21.2 – 23.3 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Nov
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Bodrum ranges from 16.6 °C in February to 25.0 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to November.
From November 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 24.1 and 26.1 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 17.3° | 16.4° | 18.4° | fresh |
| FebruaryFeb | 16.6° | 15.7° | 17.2° | cold |
| MarchMar | 16.6° | 16.0° | 17.1° | cold |
| AprilApr | 17.3° | 16.7° | 17.9° | fresh |
| MayMay | 19.6° | 18.9° | 20.3° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 22.4° | 21.7° | 23.2° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 23.9° | 23.3° | 25.0° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 25.0° | 24.1° | 26.1° | pleasant |
| SeptemberSep | 24.2° | 22.8° | 25.1° | pleasant |
| OctoberOct | 22.3° | 21.2° | 23.3° | refreshing |
| NovemberNov | 20.5° | 19.8° | 21.4° | refreshing |
| DecemberDec | 18.9° | 18.3° | 19.7° | fresh |
Sunshine hours in Bodrum
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 8.3 of 11.3 hours of daylight in Bodrum, 73 % of the day.
Sunshine hours count the time with bright, direct sunshine (WMO definition, estimated from model data); daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Bodrum: 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, Bodrum has about 5 rainy days with 62 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 | 20 | 14° | 10° | 17.3° | 6.1 h | 12 | 165 |
| FebruaryFeb | 24 | 14° | 10° | 16.6° | 7.0 h | 11 | 116 |
| MarchMar | 31 | 15° | 11° | 16.6° | 8.0 h | 8 | 78 |
| AprilApr | 37 | 18° | 14° | 17.3° | 8.9 h | 7 | 53 |
| MayMay | 64 | 22° | 17° | 19.6° | 10.7 h | 4 | 21 |
| JuneJun | 94 | 26° | 21° | 22.4° | 12.4 h | 1 | 6 |
| JulyJul | 100 | 28° | 24° | 23.9° | 13.0 h | 0 | 1 |
| AugustAug | 100 | 29° | 24° | 25.0° | 12.3 h | 0 | 1 |
| SeptemberSep | 100 | 26° | 22° | 24.2° | 10.6 h | 2 | 19 |
| OctoberOct | 76 | 23° | 18° | 22.3° | 8.3 h | 5 | 62 |
| NovemberNov | 39 | 19° | 15° | 20.5° | 6.9 h | 9 | 122 |
| DecemberDec | 24 | 15° | 12° | 18.9° | 5.7 h | 12 | 171 |
Climate averages 1996–2025, not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, GeoNames (CC BY 4.0)
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Best time to visit Bodrum
The best time to visit Bodrum is from June to September. For a beach holiday with the sea above 21 °C, go from June to September. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from March to June and from September to November. Rain is most frequent from December to January; the wettest month is December with 171 mm.
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Your best months: July – September
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jun – Sep
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Mar – Jun, Sep – Nov
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Dec – Jan
12 or more rainy days
Bodrum month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
20January14° · Sea 17° · 6 h
In January, Bodrum is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 17.3 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 165 mm in total. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Bodrum.
Bodrum in January24February14° · Sea 17° · 7 h
In February, Bodrum is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 16.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 116 mm in total. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Bodrum.
Bodrum in February31March15° · Sea 17° · 8 h
In March, Bodrum is cool: daytime highs average 15 °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 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 78 mm. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Bodrum.
Bodrum in March37April18° · Sea 17° · 9 h
In April, Bodrum is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 17.3 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 9 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 53 mm. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Bodrum.
Bodrum in April64May22° · Sea 20° · 11 h
In May, Bodrum is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 19.6 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 11 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 21 mm in total. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Bodrum.
Bodrum in May94June26° · Sea 22° · 12 h
In June, Bodrum is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 22.4 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 12 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Bodrum.
Bodrum in June100July28° · Sea 24° · 13 h
In July, Bodrum is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 23.9 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 13 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. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Bodrum.
Bodrum in July100August29° · Sea 25° · 12 h
In August, Bodrum is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 25.0 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 12 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. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Bodrum.
Bodrum in August100September26° · Sea 24° · 11 h
In September, Bodrum is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 24.2 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 11 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 19 mm in total. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Bodrum.
Bodrum in September76October23° · Sea 22° · 8 h
In October, Bodrum is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 22.3 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 8 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 62 mm in total. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Bodrum.
Bodrum in October39November19° · Sea 21° · 7 h
In November, Bodrum is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 20.5 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 122 mm. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Bodrum.
Bodrum in November24December15° · Sea 19° · 6 h
In December, Bodrum is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 18.9 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 171 mm in total. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Bodrum.
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Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 3 h 45 min
- Distance
- 2,710 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 Bodrum
When is the best time to visit Bodrum?
The best time to visit Bodrum 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 Bodrum?
The sea temperature in Bodrum ranges from 16.6 °C in February to 25.0 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to November.
Can you swim in Bodrum in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 22.3 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Bodrum?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 29 °C and nights around 24 °C. January is the coolest month at 14 °C.
When does it rain most in Bodrum?
Rain is most frequent from December to January; the wettest month is December with 171 mm. The driest month is August with 1 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Bodrum get?
Bodrum gets around 3,350 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 13.0 hours a day; in December there are 5.7 hours a day.
What time zone is Bodrum in?
Bodrum uses the time zone Europe/Istanbul, at UTC+3 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Bodrum?
A nonstop flight from London to Bodrum takes about 3 h 45 min, for a straight-line distance of about 2,710 km.
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