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Manavgat weather & best time to visit

Sun, sea & sand

Manavgat at a glance

Best time
May – Jul, Sep – Oct
Warmest month
Aug · 35°
Warmest sea
Aug · 29.1°
Sunshine a year
2,900 h
Rain a year
987 mm
Climate
Mediterranean
Time zone
UTC+3
Elevation
85 m

Climate in Manavgat

Manavgat 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 15 °C. With around 2,900 hours of sunshine a year, Manavgat is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 11.8 hours a day.

Holiday weather through the year

Best time to visit

Best time to visit Manavgat

The best time to visit Manavgat 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 February to May and from October to December. From July to August it can get very hot, with highs of up to 35 °C. The wettest month is January with 209 mm of precipitation.

Manavgat through the seasons

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

Manavgat in spring

Mar – May

55

Fair

  • 19–26 °C by day
  • Sea 19 °C
  • 8.0 h of sun a day
  • 26 rainy days in all

Manavgat in summer

Jun – Aug

88

Excellent

  • 31–35 °C by day
  • Sea 27 °C
  • 11.4 h of sun a day
  • 8 rainy days in all

Manavgat in autumn

Sep – Nov

83

Excellent

  • 22–32 °C by day
  • Sea 25 °C
  • 7.8 h of sun a day
  • 17 rainy days in all

Manavgat in winter

Dec – Feb

20

Poor

  • 15–17 °C by day
  • Sea 18 °C
  • 4.6 h of sun a day
  • 35 rainy days in all

Which month for what?

Beach & swimming

May – Oct

Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry

Sightseeing & hiking

Feb – May, Oct – Dec

15–28 °C and not too much rain

Peak heat

Jul – Aug

Highs of 33 °C or more

Rainy months

Jan

Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days

Find your perfect month

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

Swimming in the sea
Sunshine
Little rain

Your best months: June, 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 – July, September – October

Good forBeach & swimmingSightseeing & walks

A typical day in October

  1. Morning, 08:00: about 19°
  2. Midday, 13:00: about 27°
  3. Afternoon, 16:00: about 27°
  4. Evening, 20:00: about 22°
  5. Night, 23:00: about 20°

07:0018:19

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 06:44–07:35 · evening 17:44–18:35
Blue hour
Morning 06:34–06:44 · evening 18:35–18:45

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 Manavgat 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 27° to 24°. The days get 1.1 h shorter.

Early or late October?
October1 Oct31 Oct
Daytime high30°25°
Night-time low18°14°
Sea27°24°
Daylight11.9 h10.8 h

What is the weather like in Manavgat in October?

In October, Manavgat is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 25.3 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 67 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 Manavgat.

More details for October

Daylight
11 h 19 min07:00 – 18:19
UV index
5 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
Muggy days
0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
Wind
11 km/haverage daily peakAll months
Cloud cover
27 %on averageAll months
Hot days
7 days30 °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 %100 %
  • Seaweight 25 %100 %
  • Sunshineweight 20 %80 %
  • Few rainy daysweight 20 %88 %

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

Compare two months in Manavgat

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 June bring similar holiday weather to Manavgat (score 94 and 98). In June, days are 3 °C warmer than in October. The sea is about as warm in both months. June has one rainy day fewer. The sun shines 3 hours longer a day in June.

October vs June, Manavgat
MonthOctoberJune
Holiday weather score9498
Daytime high28°31°
Night-time low16°20°
Sea25.3°25.1°
Sunshine7.8 h11.2 hbetter
Rainy days65better
Rainfall67 mm19 mmbetter
Muggy days0better7

Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.

Manavgat month by month

The typical weather for every month at a glance.

16January15° · Sea 18° · 4.2 h

In January, Manavgat is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 18.2 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 4.2 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 209 mm in total. Snow falls on about 2 days. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Manavgat.

Manavgat in January
20February16° · Sea 17° · 5.4 h

In February, Manavgat is mild: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 17.2 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 135 mm in total. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Manavgat.

Manavgat in February
25March19° · Sea 17° · 6.7 h

In March, Manavgat is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 17.2 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 6.7 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 100 mm in total. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Manavgat.

Manavgat in March
53April22° · Sea 18° · 7.8 h

In April, Manavgat is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 18.3 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 70 mm. All in all, April is a so-so month for a holiday in Manavgat.

Manavgat in April
86May26° · Sea 21° · 9.4 h

In May, Manavgat is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 21.4 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 9.4 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 46 mm. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Manavgat.

Manavgat in May
98June31° · Sea 25° · 11.2 h

In June, Manavgat is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 25.1 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 11.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 19 mm in total. On about 18 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Manavgat.

Manavgat in June
84July34° · Sea 28° · 11.8 h

In July, Manavgat is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 28.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 11.8 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Manavgat.

Manavgat in July
81August35° · Sea 29° · 11.1 h

In August, Manavgat is very hot: daytime highs average 35 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 29.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath. With around 11.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 6 mm in total. 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 Manavgat.

Manavgat in August
95September32° · Sea 28° · 9.6 h

In September, Manavgat is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 28.0 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 9.6 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 24 mm in total. On about 23 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Manavgat.

Manavgat in September
94October28° · Sea 25° · 7.8 h

In October, Manavgat is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 25.3 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 67 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 Manavgat.

Manavgat in October
60November22° · Sea 22° · 5.9 h

In November, Manavgat is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 22.4 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 5.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 117 mm. All in all, November is a good month for a holiday in Manavgat.

Manavgat in November
23December17° · Sea 20° · 4.1 h

In December, Manavgat is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °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 12 rainy days and 190 mm in total. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Manavgat.

Manavgat in December

Climate through the year

Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.

Best time to visit

Nights and sleep in Manavgat

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)

PleasantOctober: nights around 16°. Ideal for sleeping, often with the window open.

The coolest nights are in January (7°), the warmest in August (23°). 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. Nights fall below 8 °C on average from January to February, so the room should be heated. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 56 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 16°Sea 25°
DayNightSea
MonthScoreDayNightSeaSunRain daysRain mm
JanuaryJan1615°7°18.2°4.2 h13209
FebruaryFeb2016°7°17.2°5.4 h10135
MarchMar2519°9°17.2°6.7 h10100
AprilApr5322°12°18.3°7.8 h970
MayMay8626°15°21.4°9.4 h846
JuneJun9831°20°25.1°11.2 h519
JulyJul8434°23°28.1°11.8 h14
AugustAug8135°23°29.1°11.1 h26
SeptemberSep9532°20°28.0°9.6 h424
OctoberOct9428°16°25.3°7.8 h667
NovemberNov6022°12°22.4°5.9 h7117
DecemberDec2317°9°19.9°4.1 h12190

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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Swimming calendar

Sea temperature in Manavgat

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

Sea in October25.3°Cpleasant

8 in 10 years: 24.3 – 26.5 °C

Swimming season: May – Nov

  • cold
  • fresh
  • refreshing
  • pleasant
  • warm
  • very warm
OctoberMean sea temperature 25.3°8 in 10 years 24.3° – 26.5°
20°
Mean sea temperature8 in 10 years20 °C – comfortable for swimming

The sea temperature in Manavgat ranges from 17.2 °C in February to 29.1 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from May to November.

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 28.7 and 29.7 °C.

Sea temperature by month
MonthAverageCool yearWarm yearFeels
JanuaryJan18.2°17.3°18.9°fresh
FebruaryFeb17.2°16.5°17.9°fresh
MarchMar17.2°16.5°17.8°fresh
AprilApr18.3°17.5°18.9°fresh
MayMay21.4°20.7°22.1°refreshing
JuneJun25.1°24.4°25.8°pleasant
JulyJul28.1°27.4°28.7°warm
AugustAug29.1°28.7°29.7°very warm
SeptemberSep28.0°27.2°28.9°warm
OctoberOct25.3°24.3°26.5°pleasant
NovemberNov22.4°21.3°23.0°refreshing
DecemberDec19.9°19.2°20.8°fresh
Sunshine

Sunshine hours in Manavgat

Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.

Per year
2,900 hours
Sunniest month
Jul · 11.8 h a day
Least sunshine
Dec · 4.1 h a day
OctoberSunshine 7.8 hDaylight 11.3 hShare of daylight 69 %
SunshineDaylight

In October, the sun shines for about 7.8 of 11.3 hours of daylight in Manavgat, 69 % 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 Manavgat: 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
987 mm on 86 days
Wettest month
Jan · 209 mm
Driest month
Jul · 4 mm
OctoberRainy days 6Rainfall 67 mm

In October, Manavgat has about 6 rainy days with 67 mm of rain in total.

Sun protection

UV index in Manavgat

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 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 Manavgat

How breezy and how cloudy Manavgat 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
12 km/h · gentle breeze
Windiest month
Jul · 14 km/h
Calmest month
Nov · 11 km/h
OctoberWind 11 km/hBeaufort 2
20
WindBeaufort 4

In October, the wind in Manavgat typically peaks at 11 km/h during the day: Beaufort 2, light breeze or less.

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
31 % · mostly sunny
Clearest month
Jul · 6 %
Cloudiest month
Jan · 51 %
OctoberCloud cover 27 %Sunshine 7.8 h

In October, cloud covers on average 27 % of the sky over Manavgat: mostly sunny, with about 7.8 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 Manavgat

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

Hot days a year
113 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, Manavgat 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

Snow

Snow in Manavgat

Snow is possible in Manavgat, 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 days a year
5 days
Fresh snow a year
13 cm
Snow possible
Jan

Snow calendar

  • hardly any
  • possible
  • likely
  • very likely
OctoberDays with fresh snow 0Fresh snow 0 cmChance of snow 0 / 100

In October, it hardly ever snows in Manavgat.

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 Manavgat

Weather for your travel dates

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

Manavgat 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.

Manavgat has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 94) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 20).

  • Easter holidays

    Mar – Apr

    45

    Fair

    • 21 °C by day
    • Sea 18 °C
    • 7.5 h of sun a day
    • 9 rainy days a month

    Good for: Sightseeing & walks

  • May half-term

    May – Jun

    88

    Excellent

    • 27 °C by day
    • Sea 22 °C
    • 9.8 h of sun a day
    • 7 rainy days a month

    Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks

  • Summer holidays

    Jul – Aug

    82

    Excellent

    • 35 °C by day
    • Sea 29 °C
    • 11.3 h of sun a day
    • 2 rainy days a month

    Good for: Beach & swimming

    Keep in mind: Peak heat

  • October half-term

    Oct

    94

    ExcellentBest holidays

    • 28 °C by day
    • Sea 25 °C
    • 7.8 h of sun a day
    • 6 rainy days a month

    Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks

  • Christmas holidays

    Dec – Jan

    20

    Poor

    • 16 °C by day
    • Sea 19 °C
    • 4.2 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 4 h 5 min
Distance
2,990 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.

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Manavgat vs Side

In October the holiday weather in Manavgat and Side is about equally good (score 94 vs 93). During the day it is about as warm in Side as in Manavgat. The sea is about equally warm.

Manavgat vs Side, in October
in OctoberManavgatSide
Holiday weather score9493
Daytime high28°28°
Sea25°25°
Sunshine8 h8 h
Rainy days66
Best timeMay – Jul, Sep – OctMay – Jul, Sep – Oct

Through the year

OctoberManavgat 28°Side 28°
ManavgatSide
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Ranking

Turkey in October: the best places

In October, Manavgat ranks 4 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.

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  2. 2Belek28°25°95
  3. 3Karaman21°95
  4. 4ManavgatThis page28°25°94
  5. 5Antalya (Lara Beach)28°25°94
  6. 6Kalkan27°25°94
  7. 7Fethiye27°24°94
  8. 8Side28°25°93
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Frequently asked questions about Manavgat

When is the best time to visit Manavgat?

The best time to visit Manavgat 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 Manavgat?

The sea temperature in Manavgat ranges from 17.2 °C in February to 29.1 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from May to November.

Can you swim in Manavgat in October?

Yes. In October the sea averages 25.3 °C – pleasant for swimming.

What is the warmest month in Manavgat?

August is the warmest month, with average highs of 35 °C and nights around 23 °C. January is the coolest month at 15 °C.

When does it rain most in Manavgat?

The wettest month is January with 209 mm of precipitation. The driest month is July with 4 mm.

How many hours of sunshine does Manavgat get?

Manavgat gets around 2,900 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 11.8 hours a day; in December there are 4.1 hours a day.

What time zone is Manavgat in?

Manavgat is on UTC+3 all year.

How long is the flight from London to Manavgat?

A nonstop flight from London to Manavgat takes about 4 h 5 min, for a straight-line distance of about 2,990 km.

Which school holidays are best for Manavgat?

Manavgat has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 94) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 20). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 45, May half-term 88, summer holidays 82, October half-term 94, Christmas holidays 20.