The weather in December in Turkey
It's cool to moderate in December in Turkey with an average temperature of 17°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 14°C to a high of 19°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 8°C and 12°C.
Looking for sun and warm weather? December isn’t a good month to be in Turkey. The temperatures are too low for a warm stay this month.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in December for Turkey. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Precipitation and snowfall
In December, there is an average of 199 mm of precipitation, spread over 19 days. Of the total precipitation, about 1,2 cm falls as snow in December. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
Daily weather in December for Turkey
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Turkey. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
December weather comparison
| Turkey | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 17°C | 9°C |
| Max. temperature | 19°C | 12°C |
| Min. temperature | 8°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 199 mm | 133 mm |
| Rainy days | 19 days | 17 days |
| Total snowfall | 1,2 cm | 9,7 cm |
| Snowy days | 1 day | 3 days |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Turkey with mild temps, averaging around 18°C during the day and nights around 11°C.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps drop to around 17°C, with nights around 10°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Turkey is around 16°C, while nighttime temps are about 9°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 3 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
Check out the climate of Turkey for all months and discover the best travel time
The climate in Turkey is based on weather data from Antalya. Other places, like Bodrum, Belek or Side, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Turkey to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in December in Turkey. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in December in Turkey
Temperature in December in Turkey over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in December in Turkey. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in December in Turkey
Total precipitation in December in Turkey over the years
Daily Snowfall in December in Turkey
Snowfall in December in Turkey per year
Daily UV index in December in Turkey
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Turkey, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Weather experiences in December in Turkey
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A good combination of sunny and cloudy days. Ideal for a sunny winter vacation.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Turkey by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Turkey. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.