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Göcek weather & best time to visit

Sun, sea & sand

Göcek at a glance

Best time
May – Oct
Warmest month
Aug · 35°
Warmest sea
Aug · 27.5°
Sunshine a year
2,940 h
Rain a year
832 mm
Climate
Mediterranean
Time zone
UTC+3
Elevation
7 m

Climate in Göcek

Göcek 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 16 °C. With around 2,940 hours of sunshine a year, Göcek is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 11.9 hours a day.

Holiday weather through the year

Best time to visit

Best time to visit Göcek

The best time to visit Göcek 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 October to May. From July to August it can get very hot, with highs of up to 35 °C. The wettest month is January with 180 mm of precipitation.

Göcek through the seasons

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

Göcek in spring

Mar – May

56

Fair

  • 19–27 °C by day
  • Sea 18 °C
  • 8.3 h of sun a day
  • 24 rainy days in all

Göcek in summer

Jun – Aug

84

Excellent

  • 32–35 °C by day
  • Sea 25 °C
  • 11.4 h of sun a day
  • 7 rainy days in all

Göcek in autumn

Sep – Nov

84

Excellent

  • 22–32 °C by day
  • Sea 24 °C
  • 7.7 h of sun a day
  • 14 rainy days in all

Göcek in winter

Dec – Feb

22

Poor

  • 16–18 °C by day
  • Sea 19 °C
  • 4.7 h of sun a day
  • 31 rainy days in all

Which month for what?

Beach & swimming

Jun – Oct

Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry

Sightseeing & hiking

Oct – May

15–28 °C and not too much rain

Peak heat

Jul – Aug

Highs of 33 °C or more

Find your perfect month

Tell us what you like and we rate every month in Göcek for you.

Swimming in the sea
Sunshine
Little rain

Your best months: 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

94

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 16°
  2. Midday, 13:00: about 27°
  3. Afternoon, 16:00: about 27°
  4. Evening, 20:00: about 21°
  5. Night, 23:00: about 18°

07:1018:29

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 06:54–07:45 · evening 17:54–18:45
Blue hour
Morning 06:44–06:54 · evening 18:45–18:55

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 Göcek compared with home

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Early or late October?

In October, daytime highs fall from about 30° at the start of the month to 25° at the end. The sea cools from 25° to 23°. The days get 1.1 h shorter.

Early or late October?
October1 Oct31 Oct
Daytime high30°25°
Night-time low16°12°
Sea25°23°
Daylight11.9 h10.8 h

What is the weather like in Göcek in October?

In October, Göcek is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 24.4 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 62 mm. On about 7 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Göcek.

More details for October

Daylight
11 h 19 min07:10 – 18:29
UV index
5 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
Muggy days
1 daydew point 18 °C or moreAll months
Wind
12 km/haverage daily peakAll months
Cloud cover
25 %on averageAll months
Hot days
7 days30 °C or moreAll months
Time zone
UTC+3offset from UTC

How the score comes together

  • Temperatureweight 35 %100 %
  • Seaweight 25 %100 %
  • Sunshineweight 20 %78 %
  • Few rainy daysweight 20 %93 %

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 Göcek

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 September bring similar holiday weather to Göcek (score 94 and 95). In September, days are 4 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 2 °C warmer in September. September has 2 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 2 hours longer a day in September.

October vs September, Göcek
MonthOctoberSeptember
Holiday weather score9495
Daytime high28°32°
Night-time low14°18°
Sea24.4°26.6°
Sunshine7.7 h9.8 hbetter
Rainy days53better
Rainfall62 mm16 mmbetter
Muggy days1better10

Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.

Göcek month by month

The typical weather for every month at a glance.

19January16° · Sea 18° · 4.5 h

In January, Göcek is mild: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 18.3 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 4.5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 180 mm in total. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Göcek.

Göcek in January
22February17° · Sea 17° · 5.4 h

In February, Göcek is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 17.3 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 125 mm in total. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Göcek.

Göcek in February
29March19° · Sea 17° · 7.0 h

In March, Göcek is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 17.2 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 7.0 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 84 mm in total. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Göcek.

Göcek in March
56April23° · Sea 18° · 8.3 h

In April, Göcek is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 17.9 °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 62 mm. All in all, April is a so-so month for a holiday in Göcek.

Göcek in April
83May27° · Sea 20° · 9.7 h

In May, Göcek is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 20.1 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 9.7 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 33 mm. On about 5 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Göcek.

Göcek in May
90June32° · Sea 23° · 11.5 h

In June, Göcek is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 22.9 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 11.5 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 15 mm in total. On about 22 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Göcek.

Göcek in June
81July35° · Sea 26° · 11.9 h

In July, Göcek is very hot: daytime highs average 35 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 25.9 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 11.9 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. 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 Göcek.

Göcek in July
81August35° · Sea 28° · 10.9 h

In August, Göcek is very hot: daytime highs average 35 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 27.5 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 10.9 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. 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 Göcek.

Göcek in August
95September32° · Sea 27° · 9.8 h

In September, Göcek is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 26.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 9.8 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 16 mm in total. On about 24 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Göcek.

Göcek in September
94October28° · Sea 24° · 7.7 h

In October, Göcek is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 24.4 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 62 mm. On about 7 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Göcek.

Göcek in October
64November22° · Sea 22° · 5.7 h

In November, Göcek is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 22.1 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 5.7 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 95 mm. All in all, November is a good month for a holiday in Göcek.

Göcek in November
25December18° · Sea 20° · 4.1 h

In December, Göcek is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 19.9 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 4.1 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 154 mm in total. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Göcek.

Göcek 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 Göcek

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)

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 (6°), 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. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 60 days a year, mostly from July to August.

Temperatures through the year

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

OctoberDay 28°Night 14°Sea 24°
DayNightSea
MonthScoreDayNightSeaSunRain daysRain mm
JanuaryJan1916°6°18.3°4.5 h11180
FebruaryFeb2217°6°17.3°5.4 h9125
MarchMar2919°7°17.2°7.0 h984
AprilApr5623°10°17.9°8.3 h862
MayMay8327°14°20.1°9.7 h733
JuneJun9032°18°22.9°11.5 h415
JulyJul8135°21°25.9°11.9 h13
AugustAug8135°22°27.5°10.9 h25
SeptemberSep9532°18°26.6°9.8 h316
OctoberOct9428°14°24.4°7.7 h562
NovemberNov6422°10°22.1°5.7 h695
DecemberDec2518°7°19.9°4.1 h10154

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 Göcek

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

Sea in October24.4°Cpleasant

8 in 10 years: 23.4 – 25.3 °C

Swimming season: May – Nov

  • cold
  • fresh
  • refreshing
  • pleasant
  • warm
  • very warm
OctoberMean sea temperature 24.4°8 in 10 years 23.4° – 25.3°
20°
Mean sea temperature8 in 10 years20 °C – comfortable for swimming

The sea temperature in Göcek ranges from 17.2 °C in March to 27.5 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from May to November.

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 26.9 and 28.2 °C.

Sea temperature by month
MonthAverageCool yearWarm yearFeels
JanuaryJan18.3°17.4°19.0°fresh
FebruaryFeb17.3°16.4°17.9°fresh
MarchMar17.2°16.5°17.8°fresh
AprilApr17.9°17.2°18.6°fresh
MayMay20.1°19.6°20.6°refreshing
JuneJun22.9°22.0°24.0°refreshing
JulyJul25.9°24.7°26.8°pleasant
AugustAug27.5°26.9°28.2°warm
SeptemberSep26.6°26.0°27.4°warm
OctoberOct24.4°23.4°25.3°pleasant
NovemberNov22.1°21.1°23.0°refreshing
DecemberDec19.9°19.1°20.8°fresh
Sunshine
Sunshine

Sunshine hours in Göcek

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 · 11.9 h a day
Least sunshine
Dec · 4.1 h a day
OctoberSunshine 7.7 hDaylight 11.3 hShare of daylight 68 %
SunshineDaylight

In October, the sun shines for about 7.7 of 11.3 hours of daylight in Göcek, 68 % of the daylight hours.

Sunshine hours: measured at the weather station 21 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 Göcek: 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
832 mm on 75 days
Wettest month
Jan · 180 mm
Driest month
Jul · 3 mm
OctoberRainy days 5Rainfall 62 mm

In October, Göcek has about 5 rainy days with 62 mm of rain in total.

UV index
Sun protection

UV index in Göcek

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 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 Göcek

How breezy and how cloudy Göcek 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
13 km/h · gentle breeze
Windiest month
Jul · 15 km/h
Calmest month
Dec · 11 km/h
OctoberWind 12 km/hBeaufort 3
20
WindBeaufort 4

In October, the wind in Göcek typically peaks at 12 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
29 % · mostly sunny
Clearest month
Jul · 4 %
Cloudiest month
Jan · 50 %
OctoberCloud cover 25 %Sunshine 7.7 h

In October, cloud covers on average 25 % of the sky over Göcek: mostly sunny, with about 7.7 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 & humidity

Heat and humidity in Göcek

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

Hot days a year
120 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+) 7Daytime high 28 °C

In October, Göcek has about 7 hot days, with an average daytime high of 28 °C: some hot or muggy days. Single hot or muggy days are possible; a hat and water bottle are enough.

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 Göcek

Weather for your travel dates

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

Göcek 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.

Göcek has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 94) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 22).

  • Easter holidays

    Mar – Apr

    48

    Fair

    • 22 °C by day
    • Sea 18 °C
    • 7.9 h of sun a day
    • 9 rainy days a month

    Good for: Sightseeing & walks

  • May half-term

    May – Jun

    84

    Excellent

    • 28 °C by day
    • Sea 21 °C
    • 10.1 h of sun a day
    • 6 rainy days a month

    Good for: Sightseeing & walks

  • Summer holidays

    Jul – Aug

    81

    Excellent

    • 35 °C by day
    • Sea 27 °C
    • 11.3 h of sun a day
    • 1 rainy day a month

    Good for: Beach & swimming

    Keep in mind: Peak heat

  • October half-term

    Oct

    94

    ExcellentBest holidays

    • 28 °C by day
    • Sea 24 °C
    • 7.7 h of sun a day
    • 5 rainy days a month

    Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks

  • Christmas holidays

    Dec – Jan

    22

    Poor

    • 17 °C by day
    • Sea 19 °C
    • 4.3 h of sun a day
    • 11 rainy days a month

    Good for: Sightseeing & walks

Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.

Getting there

Flying from

Nonstop flight
about 3 h 55 min
Distance
2,830 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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Göcek vs Dalaman

In October the holiday weather in Göcek and Dalaman is about equally good (score 94 vs 95). During the day it is about as warm in Dalaman as in Göcek.

Göcek vs Dalaman, in October
in OctoberGöcekDalaman
Holiday weather score9495
Daytime high28°28°
Sea24°no sea nearby
Sunshine8 h8 h
Rainy days55
Best timeMay – OctMar – May, Oct – Nov

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In October, Göcek ranks 7 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.

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  7. 7GöcekThis page28°24°94
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Frequently asked questions about Göcek

When is the best time to visit Göcek?

The best time to visit Göcek 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 Göcek?

The sea temperature in Göcek ranges from 17.2 °C in March to 27.5 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from May to November.

Can you swim in Göcek in October?

Yes. In October the sea averages 24.4 °C – pleasant for swimming.

What is the warmest month in Göcek?

August is the warmest month, with average highs of 35 °C and nights around 22 °C. January is the coolest month at 16 °C.

When does it rain most in Göcek?

The wettest month is January with 180 mm of precipitation. The driest month is July with 3 mm.

How many hours of sunshine does Göcek get?

Göcek gets around 2,940 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 11.9 hours a day; in December there are 4.1 hours a day.

What time zone is Göcek in?

Göcek is on UTC+3 all year.

How long is the flight from London to Göcek?

A nonstop flight from London to Göcek takes about 3 h 55 min, for a straight-line distance of about 2,830 km.

Which school holidays are best for Göcek?

Göcek has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 94) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 22). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 48, May half-term 84, summer holidays 81, October half-term 94, Christmas holidays 22.