Of course, for most Russians, Turkey is known as a country offering beach vacations, whose hotels operate on an all-inclusive basis. Meanwhile, it is famous for its historical places, such as Ephesus, Dalyan and, of course, Istanbul. In addition, the country's climate allows you to organize a quality winter vacation, and its ski resorts are actively developing.
Many travelers, choosing a place and time to relax, view information about the weather characteristic of the region at a given time. Indeed, those who want to sunbathe need a sea of sun and warm water, and those who, for example, plan to visit the Formula 1 highway, the heat will only interfere. If you plan to combine educational trips with sea vacations, the temperature in
Turkey in May will be almost ideal for these purposes. During this period, the hot summer has not yet arrived, but at the same time, you can already sunbathe and swim.
The weather in the same month varies greatly depending on the region. The country is washed by the waters of four seas, and each coast has its own microclimate. The main resort regions of the country and their typical weather are described below.
Temperature in Turkey: Black Sea coast
The northern part of the country has access to the Black Sea. The region attracts tourists with the opportunity to combine educational tourism and beach holidays for two reasons at once:
- a huge number of attractions located in this part of the country;
- lack of sweltering heat and drought even in the summer.
The climate here is closer to the temperate continental: in contrast to the Mediterranean coast, there are no extremely high temperatures, which is why the duration of the swimming season is shorter. At the same time, the Pontic and Caucasian mountains prevent the penetration of cold air, so that in the winter the region is quite warm. The area is characterized by high humidity, and the sky is often overcast with clouds. The season lasts from June to September. The water temperature in these months is in the range of 23-26, air 25 degrees. In June and August, the amount of precipitation is quite large.
The residents of Turkey prefer to relax on the Black Sea coast , and the infrastructure here is actively developing, primarily due to educational tourism. The main resorts are: Amasra, Kurukasile, Rize, Sinop and Fatsa.
Temperature in Turkey: Aegean coastThe province of Dalaman is located here, and its youth card is considered to be the youth resorts of Marmaris and Bodrum and places for a relaxing holiday in Icmeler and Fethiye.
The climate in this area is dry. The coast is protected by numerous islands, so the sea here is calm and transparent. Already at the end of spring, the air warms up to 22 degrees, the water, of course, is slightly cooler. Sometimes you can swim already in late April, but, according to statistics, the season lasts from May to the end of September. In October, it begins to rain and gets colder.
The exception is Bodrum, which is located on the peninsula, it is more windy and cool, the beach season is slightly shorter.
Temperature in Turkey: Sea of Marmara
This coast meets no less number of tourists. The sea is small in size, so the water warms up here quite early. Resting in this region, you can easily get to Istanbul, Troy and other notable places of Turkey.
The resorts of Turkeli, Eredek and Moudania are deservedly considered one of the best in the country, and the town of Genen is famous for its healing waters.
The climate of the region is unique - in winter the temperature rarely drops below 15 degrees, and in summer it is moderately hot, not more than 30 degrees. The air is dry.
Temperature in Turkey: Mediterranean coastThis region of the country is probably the most visited by Russians. Kemer, Antalya and Alanya are located here.
The Alanya region provides unique opportunities that few world resorts can boast of: in March, you can combine skiing and beach holidays, and for many, this is what Turkey is attractive for. The temperature for a month in Alanya changes as follows (the average daily values are given):
Months | December- February | March | April | May | June | July | August | September | October | November |
t, ° C | fifteen | 18 | 23 | 25 | 29th | 32 | 31 | thirty | 27 | 22 |
This is the southern coast of the country, the hottest summers (except for the central regions) and warm winters are here. You can swim from March to November, but you don’t have to wait for very warm water in early spring.
Well, of course, knowing the purpose of your visit and the climate of the region, you can begin to choose a hotel, which will also be difficult to do.