AI-generatedPhaselis at a glance
- Best time
- Jun – Oct
- Warmest month
- Aug · 35°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 29.2°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,800 h
- Rain a year
- 1,232 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+3
- Elevation
- 11 m
Climate in Phaselis
Phaselis 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 2,800 hours of sunshine a year, Phaselis is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 11.4 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Phaselis
The best time to visit Phaselis is from June 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 November. From July to August it can get very hot, with highs of up to 35 °C. Rain is frequent from December to May; the wettest month is December with 241 mm.
Phaselis through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Phaselis in spring
Mar – May
Fair
- 19–26 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 7.8 h of sun a day
- 40 rainy days in all
Phaselis in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 31–35 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 10.9 h of sun a day
- 15 rainy days in all
Phaselis in autumn
Sep – Nov
Good
- 22–31 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 7.4 h of sun a day
- 27 rainy days in all
Phaselis in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 16–17 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 4.5 h of sun a day
- 44 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jun – Oct
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Oct – Nov
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Peak heat
Jul – Aug
Highs of 33 °C or more
Rainy months
Dec – May
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
Snow
Jan
Snow on 2 or more days
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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: June – October
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forBeach & swimmingSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 19°
- Midday, 13:00: about 26°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 27°
- Evening, 20:00: about 23°
- Night, 23:00: about 21°
07:0418:23
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 06:48–07:39 · evening 17:48–18:39
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:38–06:48 · evening 18:39–18:49
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 Phaselis compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 29° at the start of the month to 24° at the end. The sea cools from 27° to 24°. The days get 1.1 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 29° | 24° |
| Night-time low | 19° | 15° |
| Sea | 27° | 24° |
| Daylight | 11.9 h | 10.8 h |
What is the weather like in Phaselis in October?
In October, Phaselis is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 25.3 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.5 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 95 mm in total. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Phaselis.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 19 min07:04 – 18:23
- UV index
- 5 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 3 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 12 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 32 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 4 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 %75 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %64 %
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
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Phaselis
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 Phaselis: score 94 against 88. In September, days are 4 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 3 °C warmer in September. September has one rainy day fewer. The sun shines 2 hours longer a day in September.
| Month | October | September |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 88 | 94better |
| Daytime high | 27° | 31° |
| Night-time low | 18° | 22° |
| Sea | 25.3° | 28.0° |
| Sunshine | 7.5 h | 9.2 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 9 | 8better |
| Rainfall | 95 mm | 47 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 3better | 14 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Phaselis month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
12January16° · Sea 18° · 4.4 h
In January, Phaselis is cool: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 18.1 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 4.4 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 15 days, adding up to 223 mm. Snow falls on about 2 days. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Phaselis.
Phaselis in January14February16° · Sea 17° · 5.2 h
In February, Phaselis is mild: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 17.2 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.2 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 14 rainy days and 135 mm in total. Snow falls on about 2 days. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Phaselis.
Phaselis in February18March19° · Sea 17° · 6.6 h
In March, Phaselis is mild: daytime highs average 19 °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 6.6 hours a day. It rains often – on about 14 days, adding up to 116 mm. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Phaselis.
Phaselis in March42April22° · Sea 18° · 7.7 h
In April, Phaselis is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 18.3 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 96 mm in total. All in all, April is a so-so month for a holiday in Phaselis.
Phaselis in April77May26° · Sea 21° · 9.0 h
In May, Phaselis is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 21.2 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 9.0 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 88 mm in total. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Phaselis.
Phaselis in May93June31° · Sea 25° · 10.8 h
In June, Phaselis is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 24.8 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10.8 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 43 mm. On about 17 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Phaselis.
Phaselis in June84July34° · Sea 28° · 11.4 h
In July, Phaselis is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 28.0 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 11.4 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 13 mm in total. 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 Phaselis.
Phaselis in July83August35° · Sea 29° · 10.6 h
In August, Phaselis is very hot: daytime highs average 35 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 29.2 °C – almost as warm as a bath. With around 10.6 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 15 mm in total. On about 30 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 Phaselis.
Phaselis in August94September31° · Sea 28° · 9.2 h
In September, Phaselis is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 28.0 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 9.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 47 mm. On about 20 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Phaselis.
Phaselis in September88October27° · Sea 25° · 7.5 h
In October, Phaselis is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 25.3 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.5 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 95 mm in total. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Phaselis.
Phaselis in October54November22° · Sea 22° · 5.5 h
In November, Phaselis is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 22.4 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 5.5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 120 mm in total. All in all, November is a so-so month for a holiday in Phaselis.
Phaselis in November18December17° · Sea 20° · 4.0 h
In December, Phaselis is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 19.9 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 4.0 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 15 days, adding up to 241 mm. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Phaselis.
Phaselis in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Phaselis
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 18°. Ideal for sleeping, often with the window open. Muggy on about 3 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 67 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 | 12 | 16° | 8° | 18.1° | 4.4 h | 15 | 223 |
| FebruaryFeb | 14 | 16° | 8° | 17.2° | 5.2 h | 14 | 135 |
| MarchMar | 18 | 19° | 10° | 17.2° | 6.6 h | 14 | 116 |
| AprilApr | 42 | 22° | 13° | 18.3° | 7.7 h | 13 | 96 |
| MayMay | 77 | 26° | 17° | 21.2° | 9.0 h | 13 | 88 |
| JuneJun | 93 | 31° | 22° | 24.8° | 10.8 h | 9 | 43 |
| JulyJul | 84 | 34° | 25° | 28.0° | 11.4 h | 3 | 13 |
| AugustAug | 83 | 35° | 25° | 29.2° | 10.6 h | 4 | 15 |
| SeptemberSep | 94 | 31° | 22° | 28.0° | 9.2 h | 8 | 47 |
| OctoberOct | 88 | 27° | 18° | 25.3° | 7.5 h | 9 | 95 |
| NovemberNov | 54 | 22° | 13° | 22.4° | 5.5 h | 11 | 120 |
| DecemberDec | 18 | 17° | 10° | 19.9° | 4.0 h | 15 | 241 |
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 in Phaselis
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 24.4 – 26.1 °C
Swimming season: May – Nov
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Phaselis ranges from 17.2 °C in February to 29.2 °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 29.8 °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 | 17.2° | 16.5° | 17.8° | fresh |
| AprilApr | 18.3° | 17.6° | 18.8° | fresh |
| MayMay | 21.2° | 20.6° | 22.0° | refreshing |
| JuneJun | 24.8° | 24.2° | 25.8° | pleasant |
| JulyJul | 28.0° | 27.4° | 28.6° | warm |
| AugustAug | 29.2° | 28.7° | 29.8° | very warm |
| SeptemberSep | 28.0° | 27.2° | 28.8° | warm |
| OctoberOct | 25.3° | 24.4° | 26.1° | pleasant |
| NovemberNov | 22.4° | 21.4° | 23.0° | refreshing |
| DecemberDec | 19.9° | 19.2° | 20.8° | fresh |
Sunshine hours in Phaselis
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 7.5 of 11.3 hours of daylight in Phaselis, 66 % 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 in Phaselis: 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, Phaselis has about 9 rainy days with 95 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Phaselis
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 and clouds in Phaselis
How breezy and how cloudy Phaselis 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 Phaselis 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.
In October, cloud covers on average 32 % of the sky over Phaselis: mostly sunny, with about 7.5 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 and humidity in Phaselis
How often the day gets hot in Phaselis (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, Phaselis has about 4 hot days, with an average daytime high of 27 °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 in Phaselis
Snow is possible in Phaselis, 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 Phaselis.
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 Phaselis
Weather for your travel dates
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Phaselis 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.
Phaselis has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 88) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 15).
- 35
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 21 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 7.4 h of sun a day
- 13 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 80
May half-term
May – Jun
Excellent
- 27 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 9.4 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 83
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Excellent
- 34 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 10.9 h of sun a day
- 3 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 88
October half-term
Oct
ExcellentBest holidays
- 27 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 7.5 h of sun a day
- 9 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
- 15
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 17 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 4.2 h of sun a day
- 15 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Snow
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 4 h 5 min
- Distance
- 2,950 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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Phaselis vs Kemer
In October the holiday weather in Phaselis and Kemer is about equally good (score 88 vs 88). During the day Kemer is 1 °C warmer than Phaselis. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Phaselis | Kemer |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 88 | 88 |
| Daytime high | 27° | 28° |
| Sea | 25° | 25° |
| Sunshine | 8 h | 8 h |
| Rainy days | 9 | 9 |
| Best time | Jun – Oct | May – Oct |
Through the year
Turkey in October: the best places
In October, Phaselis ranks 22 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
- Alanya28°26°96
- 2Belek28°25°95
- 3Karaman21°95
- 4Antalya (Lara Beach)28°25°94
- 5Manavgat28°25°94
- 6Kalkan27°25°94
- 7Fethiye27°24°94
- 8Demre27°25°93
- 22PhaselisThis page27°25°88
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Frequently asked questions about Phaselis
When is the best time to visit Phaselis?
The best time to visit Phaselis 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 Phaselis?
The sea temperature in Phaselis ranges from 17.2 °C in February to 29.2 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from May to November.
Can you swim in Phaselis in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 25.3 °C – pleasant for swimming.
What is the warmest month in Phaselis?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 35 °C and nights around 25 °C. January is the coolest month at 16 °C.
When does it rain most in Phaselis?
Rain is frequent from December to May; the wettest month is December with 241 mm. The driest month is July with 13 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Phaselis get?
Phaselis gets around 2,800 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 11.4 hours a day; in December there are 4.0 hours a day.
What time zone is Phaselis in?
Phaselis is on UTC+3 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Phaselis?
A nonstop flight from London to Phaselis takes about 4 h 5 min, for a straight-line distance of about 2,950 km.
Which school holidays are best for Phaselis?
Phaselis has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 88) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 15). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 35, May half-term 80, summer holidays 83, October half-term 88, Christmas holidays 15.