AI-generatedKızkalesi at a glance
- Best time
- May – Jul, Sep – Oct
- Warmest month
- Aug · 34°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 29.1°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,880 h
- Rain a year
- 468 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+3
- Elevation
- 9 m
Climate in Kızkalesi
Kızkalesi has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 34 °C, while January is the coolest at 15 °C. With around 2,880 hours of sunshine a year, Kızkalesi is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 10.8 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Kızkalesi
The best time to visit Kızkalesi is from May to July and from September to October. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from May to October. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from November to May. From July to August it can get very hot, with highs of up to 34 °C. The wettest month is December with 112 mm of precipitation.
Kızkalesi through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Kızkalesi in spring
Mar – May
Good
- 20–28 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 8.1 h of sun a day
- 15 rainy days in all
Kızkalesi in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 31–34 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 10.5 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days in all
Kızkalesi in autumn
Sep – Nov
Excellent
- 23–32 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 7.8 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days in all
Kızkalesi in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 15–17 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 5.0 h of sun a day
- 27 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
May – Oct
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Nov – May
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Peak heat
Jul – Aug
Highs of 33 °C or more
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Your best months: June, September – October
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Excellent
Best time to visit: May – July, September – October
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forBeach & swimming
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 21°
- Midday, 13:00: about 28°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 28°
- Evening, 20:00: about 24°
- Night, 23:00: about 22°
06:4918:09
Warm enough for a T-shirt in the evening.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 06:33–07:24 · evening 17:34–18:25
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:23–06:33 · evening 18:25–18:35
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 Kızkalesi compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 31° at the start of the month to 26° at the end. The sea cools from 27° to 24°. The days get 1.1 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 31° | 26° |
| Night-time low | 20° | 16° |
| Sea | 27° | 24° |
| Daylight | 11.9 h | 10.8 h |
What is the weather like in Kızkalesi in October?
In October, Kızkalesi is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 26.0 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 30 mm in total. On about 12 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Kızkalesi.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 19 min06:49 – 18:09
- UV index
- 5 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 4 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 16 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 25 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 12 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 %78 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %99 %
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
- Water bottle – drink plenty
Compare two months in Kızkalesi
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
October and June bring similar holiday weather to Kızkalesi (score 96 and 99). In June, days are 2 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 1 °C cooler in June. June has 3 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 3 hours longer a day in June.
| Month | October | June |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 96 | 99 |
| Daytime high | 29° | 31° |
| Night-time low | 19° | 21° |
| Sea | 26.0° | 25.1° |
| Sunshine | 7.7 h | 10.4 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 4 | 1better |
| Rainfall | 30 mm | 5 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 4better | 17 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Kızkalesi month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
22January15° · Sea 18° · 4.7 h
In January, Kızkalesi is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 18.4 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 4.7 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 105 mm in total. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Kızkalesi.
Kızkalesi in January26February17° · Sea 17° · 5.8 h
In February, Kızkalesi is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 17.4 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.8 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 63 mm. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Kızkalesi.
Kızkalesi in February37March20° · Sea 17° · 7.1 h
In March, Kızkalesi is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 17.4 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 7.1 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 44 mm. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Kızkalesi.
Kızkalesi in March67April24° · Sea 18° · 8.2 h
In April, Kızkalesi is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 18.4 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.2 hours a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 27 mm. All in all, April is a good month for a holiday in Kızkalesi.
Kızkalesi in April91May28° · Sea 21° · 9.1 h
In May, Kızkalesi is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 21.4 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 9.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 18 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 Kızkalesi.
Kızkalesi in May99June31° · Sea 25° · 10.4 h
In June, Kızkalesi is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 25.1 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10.4 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 19 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Kızkalesi.
Kızkalesi in June86July34° · Sea 28° · 10.8 h
In July, Kızkalesi is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 10.8 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 Kızkalesi.
Kızkalesi in July83August34° · Sea 29° · 10.4 h
In August, Kızkalesi is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 29.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath. With around 10.4 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 Kızkalesi.
Kızkalesi in August93September32° · Sea 28° · 9.6 h
In September, Kızkalesi is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 28.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 9.6 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 26 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 Kızkalesi.
Kızkalesi in September96October29° · Sea 26° · 7.7 h
In October, Kızkalesi is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 26.0 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 30 mm in total. On about 12 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Kızkalesi.
Kızkalesi in October70November23° · Sea 23° · 6.1 h
In November, Kızkalesi is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 22.8 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 6.1 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 52 mm. All in all, November is a good month for a holiday in Kızkalesi.
Kızkalesi in November29December17° · Sea 20° · 4.5 h
In December, Kızkalesi is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 20.2 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 4.5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 112 mm in total. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Kızkalesi.
Kızkalesi 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 Kızkalesi
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cool 8–15°
- Pleasant 15–20°
- Warm 20–24°
- Hot 24° and more
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
PleasantOctober: nights around 19°. Ideal for sleeping, often with the window open. Muggy on about 4 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (8°), the warmest in August (25°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from June to September; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) in May and in October. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 94 days a year, mostly from June to September.
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 | 22 | 15° | 8° | 18.4° | 4.7 h | 10 | 105 |
| FebruaryFeb | 26 | 17° | 8° | 17.4° | 5.8 h | 8 | 63 |
| MarchMar | 37 | 20° | 11° | 17.4° | 7.1 h | 6 | 44 |
| AprilApr | 67 | 24° | 14° | 18.4° | 8.2 h | 5 | 27 |
| MayMay | 91 | 28° | 17° | 21.4° | 9.1 h | 4 | 18 |
| JuneJun | 99 | 31° | 21° | 25.1° | 10.4 h | 1 | 5 |
| JulyJul | 86 | 34° | 24° | 28.1° | 10.8 h | 0 | 1 |
| AugustAug | 83 | 34° | 25° | 29.1° | 10.4 h | 1 | 2 |
| SeptemberSep | 93 | 32° | 22° | 28.3° | 9.6 h | 2 | 8 |
| OctoberOct | 96 | 29° | 19° | 26.0° | 7.7 h | 4 | 30 |
| NovemberNov | 70 | 23° | 13° | 22.8° | 6.1 h | 5 | 52 |
| DecemberDec | 29 | 17° | 9° | 20.2° | 4.5 h | 9 | 112 |
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 Kızkalesi
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 25.2 – 26.7 °C
Swimming season: May – Dec
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Kızkalesi ranges from 17.4 °C in February to 29.1 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from May to December.
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 28.6 and 29.8 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 18.4° | 17.6° | 19.3° | fresh |
| FebruaryFeb | 17.4° | 16.7° | 18.1° | fresh |
| MarchMar | 17.4° | 16.7° | 18.1° | fresh |
| AprilApr | 18.4° | 17.8° | 19.1° | fresh |
| MayMay | 21.4° | 20.8° | 22.4° | refreshing |
| JuneJun | 25.1° | 24.5° | 25.7° | pleasant |
| JulyJul | 28.1° | 27.4° | 28.6° | warm |
| AugustAug | 29.1° | 28.6° | 29.8° | very warm |
| SeptemberSep | 28.3° | 27.7° | 29.0° | warm |
| OctoberOct | 26.0° | 25.2° | 26.7° | warm |
| NovemberNov | 22.8° | 21.9° | 23.6° | refreshing |
| DecemberDec | 20.2° | 19.2° | 21.1° | refreshing |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Kızkalesi
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 7.7 of 11.3 hours of daylight in Kızkalesi, 68 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: measured at the weather station 20 km away, averages 1991–2020 (WMO climate normals). Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain
Rain in Kızkalesi: 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, Kızkalesi has about 4 rainy days with 30 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Kızkalesi
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 50 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 and clouds in Kızkalesi
How breezy and how cloudy Kızkalesi 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 Kızkalesi typically peaks at 16 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle 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: Jan – Feb.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 25 % of the sky over Kızkalesi: 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 and humidity in Kızkalesi
How often the day gets hot in Kızkalesi (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, Kızkalesi has about 12 hot days, with an average daytime high of 29 °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 Kızkalesi
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Kızkalesi 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.
Kızkalesi has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 96) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 26).
- 58
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Fair
- 22 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 7.9 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 93
May half-term
May – Jun
Excellent
- 28 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 9.4 h of sun a day
- 3 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
- 84
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Excellent
- 34 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 10.5 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 96
October half-term
Oct
ExcellentBest holidays
- 29 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 7.7 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 26
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 16 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 4.6 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 4 h 20 min
- Distance
- 3,190 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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In October the holiday weather in Kızkalesi and Silifke is about equally good (score 96 vs 97). During the day it is about as warm in Silifke as in Kızkalesi.
| in October | Kızkalesi | Silifke |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 96 | 97 |
| Daytime high | 29° | 29° |
| Sea | 26° | no sea nearby |
| Sunshine | 8 h | 8 h |
| Rainy days | 4 | 4 |
| Best time | May – Jul, Sep – Oct | Feb – May, Nov |
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Frequently asked questions about Kızkalesi
When is the best time to visit Kızkalesi?
The best time to visit Kızkalesi is from May to July and from September to October. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Kızkalesi?
The sea temperature in Kızkalesi ranges from 17.4 °C in February to 29.1 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from May to December.
Can you swim in Kızkalesi in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 26.0 °C – lovely and warm for swimming.
What is the warmest month in Kızkalesi?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 34 °C and nights around 25 °C. January is the coolest month at 15 °C.
When does it rain most in Kızkalesi?
The wettest month is December with 112 mm of precipitation. The driest month is July with 1 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Kızkalesi get?
Kızkalesi gets around 2,880 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 10.8 hours a day; in December there are 4.5 hours a day.
What time zone is Kızkalesi in?
Kızkalesi is on UTC+3 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Kızkalesi?
A nonstop flight from London to Kızkalesi takes about 4 h 20 min, for a straight-line distance of about 3,190 km.
Which school holidays are best for Kızkalesi?
Kızkalesi has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 96) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 26). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 58, May half-term 93, summer holidays 84, October half-term 96, Christmas holidays 26.