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Demre weather & best time to visit

Sun, sea & sand

Demre at a glance

Best time
May – Oct
Warmest month
Aug · 35°
Warmest sea
Aug · 28.5°
Sunshine a year
2,940 h
Rain a year
744 mm
Climate
Mediterranean
Time zone
UTC+3
Elevation
9 m

Climate in Demre

Demre has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 35 °C, while January is the coolest at 17 °C. With around 2,940 hours of sunshine a year, Demre is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 11.7 hours a day.

Holiday weather through the year

Best time to visit

Best time to visit Demre

The best time to visit Demre 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 November. From July to August it can get very hot, with highs of up to 35 °C. Rain is frequent from December to January; the wettest month is January with 163 mm.

Demre through the seasons

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

Demre in spring

Mar – May

54

Fair

  • 19–27 °C by day
  • Sea 19 °C
  • 8.3 h of sun a day
  • 25 rainy days in all

Demre in summer

Jun – Aug

87

Excellent

  • 31–35 °C by day
  • Sea 27 °C
  • 11.3 h of sun a day
  • 11 rainy days in all

Demre in autumn

Sep – Nov

84

Excellent

  • 22–32 °C by day
  • Sea 25 °C
  • 7.8 h of sun a day
  • 16 rainy days in all

Demre in winter

Dec – Feb

20

Poor

  • 17–18 °C by day
  • Sea 19 °C
  • 4.9 h of sun a day
  • 37 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 – Nov

15–28 °C and not too much rain

Peak heat

Jul – Aug

Highs of 33 °C or more

Rainy months

Dec – Jan

Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days

Find your perfect month

Tell us what you like and we rate every month in Demre 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

93

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 17°
  2. Midday, 13:00: about 26°
  3. Afternoon, 16:00: about 27°
  4. Evening, 20:00: about 21°
  5. Night, 23:00: about 19°

07:0618:26

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 06:50–07:40 · evening 17:51–18:41
Blue hour
Morning 06:40–06:50 · evening 18:41–18:51

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 Demre 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 26° to 24°. The days get 1.1 h shorter.

Early or late October?
October1 Oct31 Oct
Daytime high29°25°
Night-time low17°13°
Sea26°24°
Daylight11.9 h10.8 h

What is the weather like in Demre in October?

In October, Demre is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 25.0 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 45 mm. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Demre.

More details for October

Daylight
11 h 20 min07:06 – 18:26
UV index
5 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
Muggy days
3 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
Wind
13 km/haverage daily peakAll months
Cloud cover
27 %on averageAll months
Hot days
4 days30 °C or moreAll months
Snow days
0 days1 cm or more of fresh snow
Time zone
UTC+3offset from UTC

How the score comes together

  • Temperatureweight 35 %100 %
  • Seaweight 25 %100 %
  • Sunshineweight 20 %80 %
  • Few rainy daysweight 20 %87 %

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
  • A jumper for the evenings

Compare two months in Demre

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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October and June bring similar holiday weather to Demre (score 93 and 96). In June, days are 4 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 1 °C cooler in June. The sun shines 4 hours longer a day in June.

October vs June, Demre
MonthOctoberJune
Holiday weather score9396
Daytime high27°31°
Night-time low15°19°
Sea25.0°23.9°
Sunshine7.8 h11.3 hbetter
Rainy days66
Rainfall45 mm24 mmbetter
Muggy days3better11

Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.

Demre month by month

The typical weather for every month at a glance.

16January17° · Sea 18° · 4.6 h

In January, Demre is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 18.2 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 4.6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 163 mm in total. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Demre.

Demre in January
20February17° · Sea 17° · 5.6 h

In February, Demre is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 17.2 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 99 mm in total. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Demre.

Demre in February
26March19° · Sea 17° · 6.9 h

In March, Demre is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 17.2 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 6.9 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 70 mm in total. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Demre.

Demre in March
54April22° · Sea 18° · 8.3 h

In April, Demre is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 18.0 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.3 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 43 mm. All in all, April is a so-so month for a holiday in Demre.

Demre in April
83May27° · Sea 21° · 9.6 h

In May, Demre is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 20.5 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 9.6 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 Demre.

Demre in May
96June31° · Sea 24° · 11.3 h

In June, Demre is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 23.9 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 11.3 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 24 mm. On about 19 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Demre.

Demre in June
83July34° · Sea 27° · 11.7 h

In July, Demre is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 27.2 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 11.7 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 7 mm in total. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Demre.

Demre in July
81August35° · Sea 29° · 10.9 h

In August, Demre is very hot: daytime highs average 35 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 28.5 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 10.9 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 9 mm in total. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Demre.

Demre in August
96September32° · Sea 28° · 9.6 h

In September, Demre is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 27.5 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 9.6 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 16 mm in total. On about 23 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Demre.

Demre in September
93October27° · Sea 25° · 7.8 h

In October, Demre is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 25.0 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 45 mm. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Demre.

Demre in October
64November22° · Sea 22° · 5.9 h

In November, Demre is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 22.3 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 5.9 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 Demre.

Demre in November
23December18° · Sea 20° · 4.4 h

In December, Demre is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 20.0 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 4.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 160 mm in total. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Demre.

Demre 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 Demre

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 3 days (dew point 18 °C or more).

The coolest nights are in January (6°), the warmest in August (23°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from July to September; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from May to June and in October. Nights fall below 8 °C on average from December to February, so the room should be heated. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 82 days a year, mostly from July to September.

Temperatures through the year

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

OctoberDay 27°Night 15°Sea 25°
DayNightSea
MonthScoreDayNightSeaSunRain daysRain mm
JanuaryJan1617°6°18.2°4.6 h13163
FebruaryFeb2017°6°17.2°5.6 h1199
MarchMar2619°8°17.2°6.9 h970
AprilApr5422°11°18.0°8.3 h843
MayMay8327°15°20.5°9.6 h735
JuneJun9631°19°23.9°11.3 h624
JulyJul8334°23°27.2°11.7 h27
AugustAug8135°23°28.5°10.9 h39
SeptemberSep9632°20°27.5°9.6 h416
OctoberOct9327°15°25.0°7.8 h645
NovemberNov6422°10°22.3°5.9 h773
DecemberDec2318°7°20.0°4.4 h13160

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 Demre

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

Sea in October25.0°Cpleasant

8 in 10 years: 24.1 – 25.9 °C

Swimming season: May – Dec

  • cold
  • fresh
  • refreshing
  • pleasant
  • warm
  • very warm
OctoberMean sea temperature 25.0°8 in 10 years 24.1° – 25.9°
20°
Mean sea temperature8 in 10 years20 °C – comfortable for swimming

The sea temperature in Demre ranges from 17.2 °C in February to 28.5 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from May to December.

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 28.0 and 29.0 °C.

Sea temperature by month
MonthAverageCool yearWarm yearFeels
JanuaryJan18.2°17.3°19.0°fresh
FebruaryFeb17.2°16.4°18.0°fresh
MarchMar17.2°16.6°17.8°fresh
AprilApr18.0°17.3°18.6°fresh
MayMay20.5°19.8°21.1°refreshing
JuneJun23.9°23.3°25.0°pleasant
JulyJul27.2°26.4°28.0°warm
AugustAug28.5°28.0°29.0°warm
SeptemberSep27.5°26.7°28.4°warm
OctoberOct25.0°24.1°25.9°pleasant
NovemberNov22.3°21.5°23.2°refreshing
DecemberDec20.0°19.2°20.8°refreshing
Sunshine
Sunshine

Sunshine hours in Demre

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

Per year
2,940 hours
Sunniest month
Jul · 11.7 h a day
Least sunshine
Dec · 4.4 h a day
OctoberSunshine 7.8 hDaylight 11.3 hShare of daylight 69 %
SunshineDaylight

In October, the sun shines for about 7.8 of 11.3 hours of daylight in Demre, 69 % of the daylight hours.

Sunshine hours: measured at the weather station 16 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 Demre: 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
744 mm on 88 days
Wettest month
Jan · 163 mm
Driest month
Jul · 7 mm
OctoberRainy days 6Rainfall 45 mm

In October, Demre has about 6 rainy days with 45 mm of rain in total.

UV index
Sun protection

UV index in Demre

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 Demre

How breezy and how cloudy Demre 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
14 km/h · gentle breeze
Windiest month
Mar · 16 km/h
Calmest month
Nov · 12 km/h
OctoberWind 13 km/hBeaufort 3
20
WindBeaufort 4

In October, the wind in Demre typically peaks at 13 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.

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
30 % · mostly sunny
Clearest month
Jul · 6 %
Cloudiest month
Jan · 54 %
OctoberCloud cover 27 %Sunshine 7.8 h

In October, cloud covers on average 27 % of the sky over Demre: mostly sunny, with about 7.8 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 Demre

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

Hot days a year
112 days
Hottest month
Aug · 35 °C
Hot months
Jun – Sep

Heat calendar

  • pleasant
  • some hot or muggy days
  • often muggy
  • often hot
  • hot and muggy
OctoberHot days (30 °C+) 4Daytime high 27 °C

In October, Demre has about 4 hot days, with an average daytime high of 27 °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 Demre

Weather for your travel dates

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

Demre 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.

Demre has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 93) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 20).

  • Easter holidays

    Mar – Apr

    46

    Fair

    • 21 °C by day
    • Sea 18 °C
    • 7.9 h of sun a day
    • 8 rainy days a month

    Good for: Sightseeing & walks

  • May half-term

    May – Jun

    86

    Excellent

    • 27 °C by day
    • Sea 21 °C
    • 9.9 h of sun a day
    • 7 rainy days a month

    Good for: Sightseeing & walks

  • Summer holidays

    Jul – Aug

    82

    Excellent

    • 35 °C by day
    • Sea 28 °C
    • 11.2 h of sun a day
    • 3 rainy days a month

    Good for: Beach & swimming

    Keep in mind: Peak heat

  • October half-term

    Oct

    93

    ExcellentBest holidays

    • 27 °C by day
    • Sea 25 °C
    • 7.8 h of sun a day
    • 6 rainy days a month

    Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks

  • Christmas holidays

    Dec – Jan

    20

    Poor

    • 17 °C by day
    • Sea 19 °C
    • 4.5 h of sun a day
    • 13 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
Distance
2,940 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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Demre vs Kaş

In October the holiday weather in Demre and Kaş is about equally good (score 93 vs 93). During the day it is about as warm in Kaş as in Demre. The sea is about equally warm.

Demre vs Kaş, in October
in OctoberDemreKaş
Holiday weather score9393
Daytime high27°27°
Sea25°25°
Sunshine8 h8 h
Rainy days66
Best timeMay – OctMay – Oct

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OctoberDemre 27°Kaş 27°
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In October, Demre ranks 11 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.

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  9. 11DemreThis page27°25°93
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Frequently asked questions about Demre

When is the best time to visit Demre?

The best time to visit Demre 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 Demre?

The sea temperature in Demre ranges from 17.2 °C in February to 28.5 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from May to December.

Can you swim in Demre in October?

Yes. In October the sea averages 25.0 °C – pleasant for swimming.

What is the warmest month in Demre?

August is the warmest month, with average highs of 35 °C and nights around 23 °C. January is the coolest month at 17 °C.

When does it rain most in Demre?

Rain is frequent from December to January; the wettest month is January with 163 mm. The driest month is July with 7 mm.

How many hours of sunshine does Demre get?

Demre gets around 2,940 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 11.7 hours a day; in December there are 4.4 hours a day.

What time zone is Demre in?

Demre is on UTC+3 all year.

How long is the flight from London to Demre?

A nonstop flight from London to Demre takes about 4 h, for a straight-line distance of about 2,940 km.

Which school holidays are best for Demre?

Demre has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 93) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 20). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 46, May half-term 86, summer holidays 82, October half-term 93, Christmas holidays 20.