AI-generatedEphesus at a glance
- Best time
- Apr – May, Oct
- Warmest month
- Jul · 37°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,990 h
- Rain a year
- 776 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+3
- Elevation
- 35 m
Climate in Ephesus
Ephesus has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. July is the warmest month with average highs of 37 °C, while January is the coolest at 12 °C. With around 2,990 hours of sunshine a year, Ephesus is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 12.3 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Excellent
Best time to visit: April – May, October
Good forSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 15°
- Midday, 13:00: about 24°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 24°
- Evening, 20:00: about 20°
- Night, 23:00: about 17°
07:1818:35
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 07:01–07:53 · evening 17:59–18:51
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:51–07:01 · evening 18:51–19:01
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.
What is the weather like in Ephesus in October?
In October, Ephesus is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sun shines for around 8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 70 mm. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Ephesus.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 17 min07:18 – 18:35
- UV index
- 5 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 15 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 30 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 3 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+3Europe/Istanbul
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %77 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %91 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “City break”.
What to pack in October
- Sunscreen
- A jumper for the evenings
Sunshine hours in Ephesus
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 7.6 of 11.3 hours of daylight in Ephesus, 67 % of the day.
Sunshine hours: measured at the weather station 14 km away, averages 1991–2020 (WMO climate normals). Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
UV index in Ephesus
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 Ephesus: 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, Ephesus has about 5 rainy days with 70 mm of rain in total.
Wind and clouds in Ephesus
How breezy and how cloudy Ephesus 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 Ephesus typically peaks at 15 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, light breeze.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 30 % of the sky over Ephesus: mostly sunny, with about 7.6 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 Ephesus
How often the day gets hot in Ephesus (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, Ephesus has about 3 hot days, with an average daytime high of 25 °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
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Ephesus
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 13°. A duvet at night and a jumper for the evening.
The coolest nights are in January (3°), the warmest in August (22°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from July to August; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) in June 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 | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 40 | 12° | 3° | 4.5 h | 12 | 146 |
| FebruaryFeb | 52 | 14° | 4° | 5.2 h | 10 | 107 |
| MarchMar | 75 | 16° | 5° | 6.8 h | 8 | 78 |
| AprilApr | 92 | 21° | 9° | 8.3 h | 7 | 53 |
| MayMay | 100 | 27° | 14° | 10.0 h | 4 | 24 |
| JuneJun | 66 | 32° | 19° | 12.0 h | 2 | 8 |
| JulyJul | 50 | 37° | 22° | 12.3 h | 0 | 1 |
| AugustAug | 50 | 37° | 22° | 11.6 h | 1 | 1 |
| SeptemberSep | 73 | 31° | 18° | 9.9 h | 2 | 25 |
| OctoberOct | 93 | 25° | 13° | 7.6 h | 5 | 70 |
| NovemberNov | 78 | 19° | 9° | 5.6 h | 9 | 113 |
| DecemberDec | 45 | 14° | 5° | 4.2 h | 12 | 149 |
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). Sources & licences
37.95° N, 27.37° E · 35 m · Europe/Istanbul
Best time to visit Ephesus
The best time to visit Ephesus is from April to May and in 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 37 °C. The wettest month is December with 149 mm of precipitation.
Ephesus through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Ephesus in spring
Mar – May
Excellent
- 16–27 °C by day
- 8 h of sun a day
- 19 rainy days in all
Ephesus in summer
Jun – Aug
Fair
- 32–37 °C by day
- 12 h of sun a day
- 3 rainy days in all
Ephesus in autumn
Sep – Nov
Excellent
- 19–31 °C by day
- 8 h of sun a day
- 16 rainy days in all
Ephesus in winter
Dec – Feb
Fair
- 12–14 °C by day
- 5 h of sun a day
- 34 rainy days in all
Find your perfect month
Tell us what you like and we rate every month in Ephesus for you.
Your best months: April – May, October
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Compare two months in Ephesus
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May has the better holiday weather in Ephesus: score 100 against 93. In May, days are 2 °C warmer than in October. May has one rainy day fewer. The sun shines 2 hours longer a day in May.
| Month | October | May |
|---|---|---|
| Weather score | 93 | 100better |
| Day high | 25° | 27° |
| Night low | 13° | 14° |
| Sunshine | 7.6 h | 10.0 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 5 | 4better |
| Rainfall | 70 mm | 24 mmbetter |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No sea nearby
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
12 or more rainy days
Ephesus month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
40January12° · 5 h
In January, Ephesus is cool: daytime highs average 12 °C, and nights cool down to about 3 °C. Expect around 5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 146 mm in total. All in all, January is a so-so month for a holiday in Ephesus.
Ephesus in January52February14° · 5 h
In February, Ephesus is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 4 °C. Expect around 5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 107 mm in total. All in all, February is a so-so month for a holiday in Ephesus.
Ephesus in February75March16° · 7 h
In March, Ephesus is mild: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 5 °C. The sun shines for around 7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 78 mm. All in all, March is a good month for a holiday in Ephesus.
Ephesus in March92April21° · 8 h
In April, Ephesus is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sun shines for around 8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 53 mm. All in all, April is an excellent month for a holiday in Ephesus.
Ephesus in April100May27° · 10 h
In May, Ephesus is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. With around 10 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 24 mm in total. On about 6 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Ephesus.
Ephesus in May66June32° · 12 h
In June, Ephesus is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. With around 12 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 21 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, June is a good month for a holiday in Ephesus.
Ephesus in June50July37° · 12 h
In July, Ephesus is very hot: daytime highs average 37 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. With around 12 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 31 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, July is a so-so month for a holiday in Ephesus.
Ephesus in July50August37° · 12 h
In August, Ephesus is very hot: daytime highs average 37 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. With around 12 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 31 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, August is a so-so month for a holiday in Ephesus.
Ephesus in August73September31° · 10 h
In September, Ephesus is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. With around 10 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 25 mm in total. On about 19 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Ephesus.
Ephesus in September93October25° · 8 h
In October, Ephesus is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sun shines for around 8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 70 mm. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Ephesus.
Ephesus in October78November19° · 6 h
In November, Ephesus is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. Expect around 6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 113 mm. All in all, November is a good month for a holiday in Ephesus.
Ephesus in November45December14° · 4 h
In December, Ephesus is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 5 °C. Expect around 4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 149 mm in total. All in all, December is a so-so month for a holiday in Ephesus.
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Ephesus vs. Kuşadası
In October the holiday weather in Ephesus and Kuşadası is about equally good (score 93 vs. 95). During the day Kuşadası is 1 °C cooler than Ephesus.
| in October | Ephesus | Kuşadası |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday score | 93 | 95 |
| Daytime high | 25° | 24° |
| Sea | – | 21° |
| Sunshine | 8 h | 8 h |
| Rainy days | 5 | 5 |
| Best time | Apr – May, Oct | May – Jun, Sep |
Through the year
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Planning a trip to Ephesus
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Ephesus 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.
Ephesus has its best school-holiday weather during May half-term (score 93) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 43).
- 87
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Excellent
- 19 °C by day
- 7.9 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 93
May half-term
May – Jun
ExcellentBest holidays
- 28 °C by day
- 10.4 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 50
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Fair
- 37 °C by day
- 11.8 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 93
October half-term
Oct
Excellent
- 25 °C by day
- 7.6 h of sun a day
- 5 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 43
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Fair
- 13 °C by day
- 4.4 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 40 min
- Distance
- 2,640 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.
Frequently asked questions about Ephesus
When is the best time to visit Ephesus?
The best time to visit Ephesus is from April to May and in October. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
What is the warmest month in Ephesus?
July is the warmest month, with average highs of 37 °C and nights around 22 °C. January is the coolest month at 12 °C.
When does it rain most in Ephesus?
The wettest month is December with 149 mm of precipitation. The driest month is July with 1 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Ephesus get?
Ephesus gets around 2,990 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 12.3 hours a day; in December there are 4.2 hours a day.
What time zone is Ephesus in?
Ephesus uses the time zone Europe/Istanbul, at UTC+3 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Ephesus?
A nonstop flight from London to Ephesus takes about 3 h 40 min, for a straight-line distance of about 2,640 km.
Which school holidays are best for Ephesus?
Ephesus has its best school-holiday weather during May half-term (score 93) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 43). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 87, May half-term 93, Summer holidays 50, October half-term 93, Christmas holidays 43.
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