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Sun, sea & sand

Şarköy at a glance

Best time
Jun – Sep
Warmest month
Aug · 30°
Warmest sea
Aug · 24.9°
Sunshine a year
2,130 h
Rain a year
579 mm
Climate
Temperate
Time zone
UTC+3
Elevation
14 m

Climate in Şarköy

Şarköy has a temperate climate with warm summers and cool winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 30 °C, while January is the coolest at 10 °C. With around 2,130 hours of sunshine a year, Şarköy is moderately sunny; July is the sunniest month with 10.0 hours a day.

Holiday weather through the year

Best time to visit

Best time to visit Şarköy

The best time to visit Şarköy is from June to September. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from June to September. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from April to June and from September to November. The wettest month is December with 83 mm of precipitation.

Şarköy through the seasons

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

Şarköy in spring

Mar – May

32

Poor

  • 13–23 °C by day
  • Sea 13 °C
  • 6.1 h of sun a day
  • 24 rainy days in all

Şarköy in summer

Jun – Aug

97

Excellent

  • 28–30 °C by day
  • Sea 24 °C
  • 9.4 h of sun a day
  • 10 rainy days in all

Şarköy in autumn

Sep – Nov

48

Fair

  • 16–26 °C by day
  • Sea 19 °C
  • 4.9 h of sun a day
  • 19 rainy days in all

Şarköy in winter

Dec – Feb

12

Poor

  • 10–11 °C by day
  • Sea 11 °C
  • 2.7 h of sun a day
  • 29 rainy days in all

Which month for what?

Beach & swimming

Jun – Sep

Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry

Sightseeing & hiking

Apr – Jun, Sep – Nov

15–28 °C and not too much rain

Find your perfect month

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

Swimming in the sea
Sunshine
Little rain

Your best months: July – August

Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.

Your holiday weather, at a glance

Weather in October

Weather in October

40

Holiday weather in October

Fair

Best time to visit: June – September

Good forSightseeing & walks

A typical day in October

  1. Morning, 08:00: about 15°
  2. Midday, 13:00: about 20°
  3. Afternoon, 16:00: about 21°
  4. Evening, 20:00: about 18°
  5. Night, 23:00: about 16°

07:2118:33

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 07:04–07:58 · evening 17:56–18:50
Blue hour
Morning 06:54–07:04 · evening 18:50–19:01

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 Şarköy compared with home

Home:

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Early or late October?

In October, daytime highs fall from about 23° at the start of the month to 18° at the end. The sea cools from 21° to 17°. The days get 1.3 h shorter.

Early or late October?
October1 Oct31 Oct
Daytime high23°18°
Night-time low16°11°
Sea21°17°
Daylight11.8 h10.6 h

What is the weather like in Şarköy in October?

In October, Şarköy is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 19.3 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 4.6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 62 mm. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Şarköy.

More details for October

Daylight
11 h 12 min07:21 – 18:33
UV index
4 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
Muggy days
1 daydew point 18 °C or moreAll months
Wind
18 km/haverage daily peakAll months
Cloud cover
52 %on averageAll months
Hot days
0 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 %30 %
  • Seaweight 25 %33 %
  • Sunshineweight 20 %27 %
  • Few rainy daysweight 20 %81 %

Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.

What to pack in October

  • Wetsuit for longer swims
  • Sunscreen
  • A jumper for the evenings

Compare two months in Şarköy

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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July has the better holiday weather in Şarköy: score 100 against 40. In July, days are 9 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 5 °C warmer in July. July has 5 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 5 hours longer a day in July.

October vs July, Şarköy
MonthOctoberJuly
Holiday weather score40100better
Daytime high21°30°
Night-time low14°21°
Sea19.3°24.6°
Sunshine4.6 h10.0 hbetter
Rainy days72better
Rainfall62 mm14 mmbetter
Muggy days1better14

Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.

Şarköy month by month

The typical weather for every month at a glance.

12January10° · Sea 10° · 2.5 h

In January, Şarköy is cold: daytime highs average 10 °C, and nights cool down to about 4 °C. The sea averages 10.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 2.5 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 72 mm in total. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Şarköy.

Şarköy in January
14February11° · Sea 9° · 3.4 h

In February, Şarköy is cool: daytime highs average 11 °C, and nights cool down to about 4 °C. The sea averages 9.1 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.4 hours a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 66 mm. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Şarköy.

Şarköy in February
17March13° · Sea 10° · 4.6 h

In March, Şarköy is cool: daytime highs average 13 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 9.8 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 63 mm in total. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Şarköy.

Şarköy in March
25April18° · Sea 12° · 6.1 h

In April, Şarköy is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 12.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.1 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 47 mm. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Şarköy.

Şarköy in April
55May23° · Sea 17° · 7.7 h

In May, Şarköy is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 17.1 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 38 mm. All in all, May is a so-so month for a holiday in Şarköy.

Şarköy in May
91June28° · Sea 22° · 9.3 h

In June, Şarköy is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 22.0 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 9.3 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 29 mm. On about 6 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Şarköy.

Şarköy in June
100July30° · Sea 25° · 10.0 h

In July, Şarköy is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 24.6 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10.0 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 14 mm in total. On about 14 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Şarköy.

Şarköy in July
100August30° · Sea 25° · 9.0 h

In August, Şarköy is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 24.9 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 9.0 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 11 mm in total. On about 17 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 Şarköy.

Şarköy in August
88September26° · Sea 23° · 7.1 h

In September, Şarköy is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 22.8 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.1 hours a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 37 mm. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Şarköy.

Şarköy in September
40October21° · Sea 19° · 4.6 h

In October, Şarköy is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 19.3 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 4.6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 62 mm. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Şarköy.

Şarköy in October
16November16° · Sea 16° · 3.1 h

In November, Şarköy is cool: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 15.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.1 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 59 mm. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Şarköy.

Şarköy in November
10December11° · Sea 12° · 2.3 h

In December, Şarköy is cool: daytime highs average 11 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 12.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 2.3 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 83 mm in total. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Şarköy.

Şarköy in December

Climate in detail

Year & climate table

Climate through the year

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

Best time to visit

Nights and sleep in Şarköy

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 14°. A duvet at night and a jumper for the evening. Muggy on about 1 day (dew point 18 °C or more).

The coolest nights are in January (4°), the warmest in August (22°). 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 41 days a year, mostly in August.

Temperatures through the year

Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.

OctoberDay 21°Night 14°Sea 19°
DayNightSea
MonthScoreDayNightSeaSunRain daysRain mm
JanuaryJan1210°4°10.0°2.5 h1072
FebruaryFeb1411°4°9.1°3.4 h966
MarchMar1713°6°9.8°4.6 h1063
AprilApr2518°9°12.4°6.1 h847
MayMay5523°14°17.1°7.7 h738
JuneJun9128°19°22.0°9.3 h529
JulyJul10030°21°24.6°10.0 h214
AugustAug10030°22°24.9°9.0 h311
SeptemberSep8826°18°22.8°7.1 h537
OctoberOct4021°14°19.3°4.6 h762
NovemberNov1616°9°15.7°3.1 h759
DecemberDec1011°6°12.4°2.3 h1183

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
Swimming calendar

Sea temperature in Şarköy

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

Sea in October19.3°Cfresh

8 in 10 years: 18.1 – 20.7 °C

Swimming season: Jun – Sep

  • cold
  • fresh
  • refreshing
  • pleasant
  • warm
  • very warm
OctoberMean sea temperature 19.3°8 in 10 years 18.1° – 20.7°
20°
Mean sea temperature8 in 10 years20 °C – comfortable for swimming

The sea temperature in Şarköy ranges from 9.1 °C in February to 24.9 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to September.

From December to January 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 23.8 and 25.9 °C.

Sea temperature by month
MonthAverageCool yearWarm yearFeels
JanuaryJan10.0°8.4°11.3°cold
FebruaryFeb9.1°8.0°10.3°cold
MarchMar9.8°8.6°11.1°cold
AprilApr12.4°11.3°13.9°cold
MayMay17.1°15.7°18.1°fresh
JuneJun22.0°21.1°22.6°refreshing
JulyJul24.6°23.4°25.6°pleasant
AugustAug24.9°23.8°25.9°pleasant
SeptemberSep22.8°21.9°23.6°refreshing
OctoberOct19.3°18.1°20.7°fresh
NovemberNov15.7°14.3°17.0°cold
DecemberDec12.4°11.2°13.4°cold
Sunshine
Sunshine

Sunshine hours in Şarköy

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

Per year
2,130 hours
Sunniest month
Jul · 10.0 h a day
Least sunshine
Dec · 2.3 h a day
OctoberSunshine 4.6 hDaylight 11.2 hShare of daylight 41 %
SunshineDaylight

In October, the sun shines for about 4.6 of 11.2 hours of daylight in Şarköy, 41 % 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

Rain in Şarköy: 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
579 mm on 82 days
Wettest month
Dec · 83 mm
Driest month
Aug · 11 mm
OctoberRainy days 7Rainfall 62 mm

In October, Şarköy has about 7 rainy days with 62 mm of rain in total.

UV index
Sun protection

UV index in Şarköy

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 40 min
Light brown skin
about 60 min
Olive skin
about 75 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 & clouds

Wind and clouds in Şarköy

How breezy and how cloudy Şarköy 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
18 km/h · gentle breeze
Windiest month
Aug · 20 km/h
Calmest month
Jun · 16 km/h
OctoberWind 18 km/hBeaufort 3
20
WindBeaufort 4

In October, the wind in Şarköy typically peaks at 18 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: Aug.

Clouds

Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.

Year average
46 % · variable cloud
Clearest month
Jul · 15 %
Cloudiest month
Dec · 68 %
OctoberCloud cover 52 %Sunshine 4.6 h

In October, cloud covers on average 52 % of the sky over Şarköy: variable cloud, with about 4.6 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 & humidity

Heat and humidity in Şarköy

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

Hot days a year
40 days
Hottest month
Aug · 30 °C
Hot months
Aug

Heat calendar

  • pleasant
  • some hot or muggy days
  • often muggy
  • often hot
  • hot and muggy
OctoberHot days (30 °C+) 0Daytime high 21 °C

In October, Şarköy has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 21 °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

Planning a trip to Şarköy

Weather for your travel dates

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

Şarköy 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.

Şarköy has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 100) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 11).

  • Easter holidays

    Mar – Apr

    23

    Poor

    • 16 °C by day
    • Sea 12 °C
    • 5.6 h of sun a day
    • 8 rainy days a month
  • May half-term

    May – Jun

    62

    Good

    • 24 °C by day
    • Sea 18 °C
    • 8.0 h of sun a day
    • 6 rainy days a month

    Good for: Sightseeing & walks

  • Summer holidays

    Jul – Aug

    100

    ExcellentBest holidays

    • 30 °C by day
    • Sea 25 °C
    • 9.4 h of sun a day
    • 2 rainy days a month

    Good for: Beach & swimming

  • October half-term

    Oct

    40

    Fair

    • 21 °C by day
    • Sea 19 °C
    • 4.6 h of sun a day
    • 7 rainy days a month

    Good for: Sightseeing & walks

  • Christmas holidays

    Dec – Jan

    11

    Poor

    • 10 °C by day
    • Sea 11 °C
    • 2.4 h of sun a day
    • 10 rainy days a month

Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.

Getting there

Flying from

Nonstop flight
about 3 h 25 min
Distance
2,430 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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Şarköy vs Gelibolu

In October Gelibolu has the better holiday weather (score 45 vs 40). During the day it is about as warm in Gelibolu as in Şarköy. The sea in Gelibolu is 1 °C warmer.

Şarköy vs Gelibolu, in October
in OctoberŞarköyGelibolu
Holiday weather score4045
Daytime high21°21°
Sea19°20°
Sunshine5 h5 h
Rainy days77
Best timeJun – SepJun – Sep

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OctoberŞarköy 21°Gelibolu 21°
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In October, Şarköy ranks 26 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.

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  9. 26ŞarköyThis page21°19°40
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Frequently asked questions about Şarköy

When is the best time to visit Şarköy?

The best time to visit Şarköy 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 Şarköy?

The sea temperature in Şarköy ranges from 9.1 °C in February to 24.9 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to September.

Can you swim in Şarköy in October?

Only if you don't mind cold water: in October the sea averages just 19.3 °C. Comfortable swimming is possible from June to September.

What is the warmest month in Şarköy?

August is the warmest month, with average highs of 30 °C and nights around 22 °C. January is the coolest month at 10 °C.

When does it rain most in Şarköy?

The wettest month is December with 83 mm of precipitation. The driest month is August with 11 mm.

How many hours of sunshine does Şarköy get?

Şarköy gets around 2,130 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 10.0 hours a day; in December there are 2.3 hours a day.

What time zone is Şarköy in?

Şarköy is on UTC+3 all year.

How long is the flight from London to Şarköy?

A nonstop flight from London to Şarköy takes about 3 h 25 min, for a straight-line distance of about 2,430 km.

Which school holidays are best for Şarköy?

Şarköy has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 100) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 11). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 23, May half-term 62, summer holidays 100, October half-term 40, Christmas holidays 11.