AI-generatedGelibolu at a glance
- Best time
- Jun – Sep
- Warmest month
- Jul · 31°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 25.2°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,190 h
- Rain a year
- 641 mm
- Climate
- Temperate
- Time zone
- UTC+3
- Elevation
- 41 m
Climate in Gelibolu
Gelibolu has a temperate climate with warm summers and cool winters. July is the warmest month with average highs of 31 °C, while January is the coolest at 10 °C. With around 2,190 hours of sunshine a year, Gelibolu is moderately sunny; July is the sunniest month with 10.3 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Gelibolu
The best time to visit Gelibolu is from June 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 April to May and from September to November. The wettest month is December with 96 mm of precipitation.
Gelibolu through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Gelibolu in spring
Mar – May
Poor
- 14–24 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 6.3 h of sun a day
- 24 rainy days in all
Gelibolu in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 28–31 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 9.8 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days in all
Gelibolu in autumn
Sep – Nov
Fair
- 16–27 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 5.0 h of sun a day
- 19 rainy days in all
Gelibolu in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 10–12 °C by day
- Sea 13 °C
- 2.7 h of sun a day
- 31 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jun – Sep
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Apr – May, Sep – Nov
15–28 °C and not too much rain
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Your best months: June – August
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Fair
Best time to visit: June – September
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 14°
- Midday, 13:00: about 21°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 21°
- Evening, 20:00: about 18°
- Night, 23:00: about 16°
07:2318:35
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 07:06–08:00 · evening 17:58–18:52
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:55–07:06 · evening 18:52–19:03
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 Gelibolu compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 24° at the start of the month to 19° at the end. The sea cools from 21° to 18°. The days get 1.2 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 24° | 19° |
| Night-time low | 15° | 11° |
| Sea | 21° | 18° |
| Daylight | 11.8 h | 10.6 h |
What is the weather like in Gelibolu in October?
In October, Gelibolu is warm: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 20.0 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 4.7 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 70 mm. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Gelibolu.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 12 min07:23 – 18:35
- UV index
- 4 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 20 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 50 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 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 %35 %
- Seaweight 25 %43 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %28 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %82 %
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 Gelibolu
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
July has the better holiday weather in Gelibolu: score 100 against 45. In July, days are 10 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 5 °C warmer in July. July has 5 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 6 hours longer a day in July.
| Month | October | July |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 45 | 100better |
| Daytime high | 21° | 31° |
| Night-time low | 13° | 21° |
| Sea | 20.0° | 24.7° |
| Sunshine | 4.7 h | 10.3 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 7 | 2better |
| Rainfall | 70 mm | 13 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 0better | 10 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Gelibolu month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
11January10° · Sea 13° · 2.5 h
In January, Gelibolu is cold: daytime highs average 10 °C, and nights cool down to about 4 °C. The sea averages 12.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 2.5 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 84 mm in total. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Gelibolu.
Gelibolu in January14February11° · Sea 12° · 3.5 h
In February, Gelibolu is cool: daytime highs average 11 °C, and nights cool down to about 4 °C. The sea averages 12.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.5 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 75 mm in total. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Gelibolu.
Gelibolu in February16March14° · Sea 12° · 4.6 h
In March, Gelibolu is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 12.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 71 mm in total. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Gelibolu.
Gelibolu in March26April18° · Sea 14° · 6.4 h
In April, Gelibolu is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 14.1 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 53 mm. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Gelibolu.
Gelibolu in April64May24° · Sea 18° · 8.0 h
In May, Gelibolu is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 18.0 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.0 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 38 mm. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Gelibolu.
Gelibolu in May93June28° · Sea 22° · 9.6 h
In June, Gelibolu is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 22.3 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 9.6 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 26 mm in total. On about 9 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Gelibolu.
Gelibolu in June100July31° · Sea 25° · 10.3 h
In July, Gelibolu is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 24.7 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10.3 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 13 mm in total. On about 20 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Gelibolu.
Gelibolu in July100August31° · Sea 25° · 9.6 h
In August, Gelibolu is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 25.2 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 9.6 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, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Gelibolu.
Gelibolu in August90September27° · Sea 23° · 7.3 h
In September, Gelibolu is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 23.1 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.3 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 36 mm in total. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Gelibolu.
Gelibolu in September45October21° · Sea 20° · 4.7 h
In October, Gelibolu is warm: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 20.0 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 4.7 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 70 mm. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Gelibolu.
Gelibolu in October15November16° · Sea 17° · 3.1 h
In November, Gelibolu is mild: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 17.0 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.1 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 72 mm. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Gelibolu.
Gelibolu in November9December12° · Sea 15° · 2.2 h
In December, Gelibolu is cool: daytime highs average 12 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 14.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 2.2 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 96 mm in total. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Gelibolu.
Gelibolu in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate table
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Gelibolu
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 (4°), the warmest in August (21°). 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 | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 11 | 10° | 4° | 12.9° | 2.5 h | 11 | 84 |
| FebruaryFeb | 14 | 11° | 4° | 12.3° | 3.5 h | 9 | 75 |
| MarchMar | 16 | 14° | 6° | 12.4° | 4.6 h | 10 | 71 |
| AprilApr | 26 | 18° | 9° | 14.1° | 6.4 h | 8 | 53 |
| MayMay | 64 | 24° | 13° | 18.0° | 8.0 h | 6 | 38 |
| JuneJun | 93 | 28° | 18° | 22.3° | 9.6 h | 4 | 26 |
| JulyJul | 100 | 31° | 21° | 24.7° | 10.3 h | 2 | 13 |
| AugustAug | 100 | 31° | 21° | 25.2° | 9.6 h | 2 | 8 |
| SeptemberSep | 90 | 27° | 17° | 23.1° | 7.3 h | 5 | 36 |
| OctoberOct | 45 | 21° | 13° | 20.0° | 4.7 h | 7 | 70 |
| NovemberNov | 15 | 16° | 9° | 17.0° | 3.1 h | 8 | 72 |
| DecemberDec | 9 | 12° | 6° | 14.6° | 2.2 h | 12 | 96 |
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
Sea temperature in Gelibolu
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 18.7 – 21.2 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Oct
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Gelibolu ranges from 12.3 °C in February to 25.2 °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 24.3 and 25.9 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 12.9° | 11.7° | 14.1° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 12.3° | 11.6° | 13.3° | cold |
| MarchMar | 12.4° | 11.7° | 13.1° | cold |
| AprilApr | 14.1° | 12.9° | 14.9° | cold |
| MayMay | 18.0° | 16.8° | 19.2° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 22.3° | 21.7° | 22.8° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 24.7° | 23.5° | 25.4° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 25.2° | 24.3° | 25.9° | pleasant |
| SeptemberSep | 23.1° | 22.5° | 24.1° | pleasant |
| OctoberOct | 20.0° | 18.7° | 21.2° | refreshing |
| NovemberNov | 17.0° | 15.7° | 18.3° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 14.6° | 13.4° | 15.6° | cold |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Gelibolu
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 4.7 of 11.2 hours of daylight in Gelibolu, 42 % of the daylight hours.
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.
Rain
Rain in Gelibolu: 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, Gelibolu has about 7 rainy days with 70 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Gelibolu
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 35 min
- Fair skin
- about 40 min
- Light brown skin
- about 60 min
- Olive skin
- about 75 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 and clouds in Gelibolu
How breezy and how cloudy Gelibolu 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 Gelibolu 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 – Mar.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 50 % of the sky over Gelibolu: variable cloud, with about 4.7 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 and humidity in Gelibolu
How often the day gets hot in Gelibolu (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, Gelibolu has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 21 °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 Gelibolu
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Gelibolu 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.
Gelibolu has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 100) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 10).
- 23
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 17 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 5.9 h of sun a day
- 9 rainy days a month
- 70
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 24 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 8.3 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 100
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 9.8 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 45
October half-term
Oct
Fair
- 21 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 4.7 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 10
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 11 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 2.4 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days a month
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 3 h 25 min
- Distance
- 2,410 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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Gelibolu vs Çanakkale
In October Çanakkale has the better holiday weather (score 51 vs 45). During the day it is about as warm in Çanakkale as in Gelibolu. The sea is about equally warm. Çanakkale gets one more hour of sunshine a day.
| in October | Gelibolu | Çanakkale |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 45 | 51 |
| Daytime high | 21° | 21° |
| Sea | 20° | 20° |
| Sunshine | 5 h | 6 h |
| Rainy days | 7 | 5 |
| Best time | Jun – Sep | Jun – Sep |
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Frequently asked questions about Gelibolu
When is the best time to visit Gelibolu?
The best time to visit Gelibolu 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 Gelibolu?
The sea temperature in Gelibolu ranges from 12.3 °C in February to 25.2 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
Can you swim in Gelibolu in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 20.0 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Gelibolu?
July is the warmest month, with average highs of 31 °C and nights around 21 °C. January is the coolest month at 10 °C.
When does it rain most in Gelibolu?
The wettest month is December with 96 mm of precipitation. The driest month is August with 8 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Gelibolu get?
Gelibolu gets around 2,190 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 10.3 hours a day; in December there are 2.2 hours a day.
What time zone is Gelibolu in?
Gelibolu is on UTC+3 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Gelibolu?
A nonstop flight from London to Gelibolu takes about 3 h 25 min, for a straight-line distance of about 2,410 km.
Which school holidays are best for Gelibolu?
Gelibolu has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 100) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 10). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 23, May half-term 70, summer holidays 100, October half-term 45, Christmas holidays 10.