Marmaris at a glance
- Best time
- Jun – Oct
- Warmest month
- Jul · 31°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 27.1°
- Sunshine a year
- 3,370 h
- Rain a year
- 893 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+3
- Elevation
- 8 m
Climate in Marmaris
Marmaris has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. July is the warmest month with average highs of 31 °C, while January is the coolest at 14 °C. With around 3,370 hours of sunshine a year, Marmaris is very sunny; July is the sunniest month with 13.0 hours a day.
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Excellent
Best time to visit: June – October
What is the weather like in Marmaris in October?
In October, Marmaris is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 24.2 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 9 hours a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 62 mm. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Marmaris.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 19 min07:13 – 18:32
- UV index
- 5 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)
- Muggy days
- 4 daysdew point 18 °C or more
- Wind
- 12 km/haverage daily peak
- Cloud cover
- 26 %on average
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or more
- Time zone
- UTC+3Europe/Istanbul
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %82 %
- Seaweight 25 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %92 %
- 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
- Sunglasses & sun hat
Sea temperature in Marmaris
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 23.1 – 25.1 °C
Swimming season: May – Nov
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Marmaris ranges from 17.1 °C in March to 27.1 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from May to November.
The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in August, while the air already peaks in July. From October to March 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 26.4 and 27.8 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 18.1° | 17.3° | 19.0° | fresh |
| FebruaryFeb | 17.2° | 16.4° | 17.9° | fresh |
| MarchMar | 17.1° | 16.5° | 17.7° | fresh |
| AprilApr | 17.8° | 17.2° | 18.5° | fresh |
| MayMay | 20.0° | 19.3° | 20.6° | refreshing |
| JuneJun | 22.7° | 21.9° | 23.6° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 25.5° | 24.4° | 26.3° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 27.1° | 26.4° | 27.8° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 26.3° | 25.6° | 27.1° | warm |
| OctoberOct | 24.2° | 23.1° | 25.1° | pleasant |
| NovemberNov | 21.9° | 20.9° | 22.8° | refreshing |
| DecemberDec | 19.8° | 19.0° | 20.6° | fresh |
Sunshine hours in Marmaris
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 8.5 of 11.3 hours of daylight in Marmaris, 75 % of the day.
Sunshine hours count the time with bright, direct sunshine (WMO definition, estimated from model data); daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Marmaris: 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, Marmaris has about 5 rainy days with 62 mm of rain in total.
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
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 | 23 | 14° | 10° | 18.1° | 6.2 h | 12 | 186 |
| FebruaryFeb | 25 | 14° | 10° | 17.2° | 7.1 h | 11 | 130 |
| MarchMar | 31 | 16° | 11° | 17.1° | 8.1 h | 9 | 87 |
| AprilApr | 37 | 19° | 13° | 17.8° | 8.9 h | 8 | 62 |
| MayMay | 75 | 23° | 17° | 20.0° | 10.8 h | 5 | 30 |
| JuneJun | 95 | 28° | 22° | 22.7° | 12.2 h | 3 | 10 |
| JulyJul | 99 | 31° | 25° | 25.5° | 13.0 h | 1 | 2 |
| AugustAug | 100 | 31° | 25° | 27.1° | 12.2 h | 1 | 3 |
| SeptemberSep | 100 | 28° | 22° | 26.3° | 10.6 h | 2 | 17 |
| OctoberOct | 90 | 24° | 19° | 24.2° | 8.5 h | 5 | 62 |
| NovemberNov | 47 | 20° | 15° | 21.9° | 7.0 h | 9 | 129 |
| DecemberDec | 29 | 16° | 12° | 19.8° | 5.9 h | 12 | 176 |
Climate averages 1996–2025, not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, GeoNames (CC BY 4.0)
36.85° N, 28.27° E · 8 m · Europe/Istanbul
Best time to visit Marmaris
The best time to visit Marmaris is from June to October. For a beach holiday with the sea above 21 °C, go from June to October. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from March to May and from October to December. The wettest month is January with 186 mm of precipitation.
Find your perfect month
Tell us what you like and we rate every month in Marmaris for you.
Your best months: June, August – September
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jun – Oct
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Mar – May, Oct – Dec
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Jan
12 or more rainy days
Marmaris month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
23January14° · Sea 18° · 6 h
In January, Marmaris is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 18.1 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 186 mm in total. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Marmaris.
Marmaris in January25February14° · Sea 17° · 7 h
In February, Marmaris is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 17.2 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 7 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 130 mm in total. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Marmaris.
Marmaris in February31March16° · Sea 17° · 8 h
In March, Marmaris is mild: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 17.1 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 87 mm. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Marmaris.
Marmaris in March37April19° · Sea 18° · 9 h
In April, Marmaris is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 17.8 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 9 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 62 mm. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Marmaris.
Marmaris in April75May23° · Sea 20° · 11 h
In May, Marmaris is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 20.0 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 11 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 30 mm. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Marmaris.
Marmaris in May95June28° · Sea 23° · 12 h
In June, Marmaris is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 22.7 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 12 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 10 mm in total. On about 8 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Marmaris.
Marmaris in June99July31° · Sea 26° · 13 h
In July, Marmaris is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 25.5 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 13 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. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Marmaris.
Marmaris in July100August31° · Sea 27° · 12 h
In August, Marmaris is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 27.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 12 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. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Marmaris.
Marmaris in August100September28° · Sea 26° · 11 h
In September, Marmaris is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 26.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 11 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 17 mm in total. On about 6 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 Marmaris.
Marmaris in September90October24° · Sea 24° · 9 h
In October, Marmaris is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 24.2 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 9 hours a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 62 mm. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Marmaris.
Marmaris in October47November20° · Sea 22° · 7 h
In November, Marmaris is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 21.9 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 129 mm. All in all, November is a so-so month for a holiday in Marmaris.
Marmaris in November29December16° · Sea 20° · 6 h
In December, Marmaris is cool: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 19.8 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 176 mm in total. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Marmaris.
Marmaris in DecemberPlanning a trip to Marmaris
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 3 h 50 min
- Distance
- 2,780 km
- Time zone
- UTC+3
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Frequently asked questions about Marmaris
When is the best time to visit Marmaris?
The best time to visit Marmaris is from June to October. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Marmaris?
The sea temperature in Marmaris ranges from 17.1 °C in March to 27.1 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from May to November.
Can you swim in Marmaris in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 24.2 °C – pleasant for swimming.
What is the warmest month in Marmaris?
July is the warmest month, with average highs of 31 °C and nights around 25 °C. January is the coolest month at 14 °C.
When does it rain most in Marmaris?
The wettest month is January with 186 mm of precipitation. The driest month is July with 2 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Marmaris get?
Marmaris gets around 3,370 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 13.0 hours a day; in December there are 5.9 hours a day.
What time zone is Marmaris in?
Marmaris uses the time zone Europe/Istanbul, at UTC+3 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Marmaris?
A nonstop flight from London to Marmaris takes about 3 h 50 min, for a straight-line distance of about 2,780 km.
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