AI-generatedHopa at a glance
- Best time
- Jun – Sep
- Warmest month
- Aug · 28°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 26.4°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,000 h
- Rain a year
- 1,449 mm
- Climate
- Temperate
- Time zone
- UTC+3
- Elevation
- 13 m
Climate in Hopa
Hopa has a temperate climate with warm summers and cool winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 28 °C, while January is the coolest at 12 °C. With around 2,000 hours of sunshine a year, Hopa is moderately sunny; June is the sunniest month with 8.1 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Hopa
The best time to visit Hopa is from June to September. The sea reaches 26.4 °C in August, but rain or cool air gets in the way of a classic beach holiday. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from April to May and from October to November. Rain is frequent from December to March; the wettest month is October with 172 mm.
Hopa through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Hopa in spring
Mar – May
Poor
- 14–21 °C by day
- Sea 13 °C
- 5.7 h of sun a day
- 36 rainy days in all
Hopa in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 26–28 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 7.9 h of sun a day
- 41 rainy days in all
Hopa in autumn
Sep – Nov
Fair
- 17–26 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 5.3 h of sun a day
- 35 rainy days in all
Hopa in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 12–14 °C by day
- Sea 11 °C
- 2.9 h of sun a day
- 38 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No month
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Apr – May, Oct – Nov
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Dec – Mar
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
Snow
Feb
Snow on 2 or more days
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Your best months: July – September
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 16°
- Midday, 13:00: about 22°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 21°
- Evening, 20:00: about 17°
- Night, 23:00: about 16°
06:2517:35
Cool evenings: pack a jumper or a jacket.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 06:08–07:02 · evening 16:58–17:52
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:57–06:08 · evening 17:52–18:03
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 Hopa 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 23° to 19°. The days get 1.3 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 24° | 19° |
| Night-time low | 15° | 11° |
| Sea | 23° | 19° |
| Daylight | 11.8 h | 10.5 h |
What is the weather like in Hopa in October?
In October, Hopa is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 21.1 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 5.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 172 mm in total. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Hopa.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 11 min06:25 – 17:35
- UV index
- 4 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 13 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 55 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 1 day30 °C or moreAll months
- Snow days
- 0 days1 cm or more of fresh snowAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+3offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %47 %
- Seaweight 25 %59 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %38 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %44 %
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
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Hopa
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
September has the better holiday weather in Hopa: score 82 against 47. In September, days are 4 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 4 °C warmer in September. The sun shines 2 hours longer a day in September.
| Month | October | September |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 47 | 82better |
| Daytime high | 22° | 26° |
| Night-time low | 13° | 17° |
| Sea | 21.1° | 24.8° |
| Sunshine | 5.3 h | 7.2 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 12 | 12 |
| Rainfall | 172 mm | 154 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 0better | 10 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Hopa month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
7January12° · Sea 11° · 2.7 h
In January, Hopa is cool: daytime highs average 12 °C, and nights cool down to about 4 °C. The sea averages 10.8 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 2.7 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 124 mm in total. Snow falls on about 2 days. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Hopa.
Hopa in January10February12° · Sea 9° · 3.5 h
In February, Hopa is cool: daytime highs average 12 °C, and nights cool down to about 4 °C. The sea averages 9.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.5 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 104 mm in total. Snow falls on about 2 days. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Hopa.
Hopa in February10March14° · Sea 9° · 4.5 h
In March, Hopa is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 5 °C. The sea averages 9.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.5 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 15 days, adding up to 120 mm. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Hopa.
Hopa in March18April18° · Sea 12° · 5.5 h
In April, Hopa is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 11.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 76 mm in total. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Hopa.
Hopa in April38May21° · Sea 17° · 7.2 h
In May, Hopa is warm: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 16.8 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.2 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 75 mm in total. All in all, May is not an ideal month for a holiday in Hopa.
Hopa in May79June26° · Sea 22° · 8.1 h
In June, Hopa is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 22.3 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 8.1 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 99 mm in total. All in all, June is a good month for a holiday in Hopa.
Hopa in June81July28° · Sea 25° · 7.8 h
In July, Hopa is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 25.3 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. It rains often – on about 15 days, adding up to 113 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Hopa.
Hopa in July81August28° · Sea 26° · 7.7 h
In August, Hopa is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 26.4 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. It rains often – on about 14 days, adding up to 138 mm. 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 Hopa.
Hopa in August82September26° · Sea 25° · 7.2 h
In September, Hopa is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 24.8 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.2 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 154 mm in total. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Hopa.
Hopa in September47October22° · Sea 21° · 5.3 h
In October, Hopa is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 21.1 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 5.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 172 mm in total. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Hopa.
Hopa in October12November17° · Sea 17° · 3.4 h
In November, Hopa is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 17.0 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.4 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 136 mm in total. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Hopa.
Hopa in November8December14° · Sea 13° · 2.6 h
In December, Hopa is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 13.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 2.6 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 137 mm in total. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Hopa.
Hopa 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 Hopa
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 13°. A duvet at night and a jumper for the evening.
The coolest nights are in February (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. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 63 days a year, mostly from July to August.
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 | 7 | 12° | 4° | 10.8° | 2.7 h | 13 | 124 |
| FebruaryFeb | 10 | 12° | 4° | 9.4° | 3.5 h | 12 | 104 |
| MarchMar | 10 | 14° | 5° | 9.4° | 4.5 h | 15 | 120 |
| AprilApr | 18 | 18° | 8° | 11.7° | 5.5 h | 11 | 76 |
| MayMay | 38 | 21° | 13° | 16.8° | 7.2 h | 10 | 75 |
| JuneJun | 79 | 26° | 17° | 22.3° | 8.1 h | 12 | 99 |
| JulyJul | 81 | 28° | 20° | 25.3° | 7.8 h | 15 | 113 |
| AugustAug | 81 | 28° | 21° | 26.4° | 7.7 h | 14 | 138 |
| SeptemberSep | 82 | 26° | 17° | 24.8° | 7.2 h | 12 | 154 |
| OctoberOct | 47 | 22° | 13° | 21.1° | 5.3 h | 12 | 172 |
| NovemberNov | 12 | 17° | 8° | 17.0° | 3.4 h | 11 | 136 |
| DecemberDec | 8 | 14° | 6° | 13.4° | 2.6 h | 12 | 137 |
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 Hopa
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 20.1 – 22.4 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Oct
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Hopa ranges from 9.4 °C in February to 26.4 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 24.8 and 27.5 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 10.8° | 9.5° | 12.0° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 9.4° | 8.3° | 10.5° | cold |
| MarchMar | 9.4° | 8.0° | 10.8° | cold |
| AprilApr | 11.7° | 10.4° | 13.1° | cold |
| MayMay | 16.8° | 15.5° | 18.0° | cold |
| JuneJun | 22.3° | 20.5° | 23.4° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 25.3° | 24.2° | 26.3° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 26.4° | 24.8° | 27.5° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 24.8° | 23.8° | 26.1° | pleasant |
| OctoberOct | 21.1° | 20.1° | 22.4° | refreshing |
| NovemberNov | 17.0° | 16.3° | 18.2° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 13.4° | 12.1° | 14.9° | cold |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Hopa
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 5.3 of 11.2 hours of daylight in Hopa, 47 % 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 Hopa: 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, Hopa has about 12 rainy days with 172 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Hopa
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 45 min
- Light brown skin
- about 60 min
- Olive skin
- about 80 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 Hopa
How breezy and how cloudy Hopa 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 Hopa 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.
In October, cloud covers on average 55 % of the sky over Hopa: variable cloud, with about 5.3 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 Hopa
How often the day gets hot in Hopa (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, Hopa has about 1 hot day, with an average daytime high of 22 °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
Snow
Snow in Hopa
Snow is possible in Hopa, but no month makes it likely: the chance of seeing snow during a week's stay, the days with fresh snow and how much falls. Tap a month to select it.
Snow calendar
- hardly any
- possible
- likely
- very likely
In October, it hardly ever snows in Hopa.
Snow days bring at least 1 cm of fresh snow. Fresh snow comes from ERA5 snowfall (1996–2025) at the height of the place, not on the slopes above it; the snow chance also weighs whether the snow settles. An estimate from climate averages, not a snow report.
Planning a trip to Hopa
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Hopa 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.
Hopa has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 81) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 8).
- 16
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 17 °C by day
- Sea 11 °C
- 5.2 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 46
May half-term
May – Jun
Fair
- 22 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 7.4 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 81
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 28 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 7.7 h of sun a day
- 14 rainy days a month
- 47
October half-term
Oct
Fair
- 22 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 5.3 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 8
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 13 °C by day
- Sea 12 °C
- 2.7 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 30 min
- Distance
- 3,350 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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Hopa vs Batumi
In October the holiday weather in Hopa and Batumi is about equally good (score 47 vs 47). During the day it is about as warm in Batumi as in Hopa. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Hopa | Batumi |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 47 | 47 |
| Daytime high | 22° | 22° |
| Sea | 21° | 21° |
| Sunshine | 5 h | 5 h |
| Rainy days | 12 | 12 |
| Best time | Jun – Sep | Apr – Oct |
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Frequently asked questions about Hopa
When is the best time to visit Hopa?
The best time to visit Hopa 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 Hopa?
The sea temperature in Hopa ranges from 9.4 °C in February to 26.4 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
Can you swim in Hopa in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 21.1 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Hopa?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 28 °C and nights around 21 °C. January is the coolest month at 12 °C.
When does it rain most in Hopa?
Rain is frequent from December to March; the wettest month is October with 172 mm. The driest month is May with 75 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Hopa get?
Hopa gets around 2,000 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is June with 8.1 hours a day; in December there are 2.6 hours a day.
What time zone is Hopa in?
Hopa is on UTC+3 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Hopa?
A nonstop flight from London to Hopa takes about 4 h 30 min, for a straight-line distance of about 3,350 km.
Which school holidays are best for Hopa?
Hopa has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 81) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 8). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 16, May half-term 46, summer holidays 81, October half-term 47, Christmas holidays 8.