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The weather in May in Turkey
It's warm in May in Turkey with an average temperature of 25°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 23°C to a high of 28°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 15°C and 20°C.
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in Turkey. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May 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.
Temperature records
With 37°C in 2021, Turkey reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 13°C in 2020. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 3°C to a highest value of 27°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 59 mm of precipitation, spread over 8 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in May for Turkey
Click on any day in May 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.
May weather comparison
| Turkey | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 25°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 28°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 15°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 59 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 8 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Turkey with warm temps, averaging around 24°C during the day and nights around 16°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 26°C, with nights around 18°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Turkey is around 27°C, while nighttime temps are about 19°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 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 May in Turkey. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Turkey
Temperature in May in Turkey over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May 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 May in Turkey
Total precipitation in May in Turkey over the years
Daily UV index in May in Turkey
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May 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 May in Turkey
The weather in May in Turkey is rated an average of 3 out of 5 stars by 4 visitors. Have you been to Turkey? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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bad! May 29 to June 4 in 2023, we had 2 mornings and 1 afternoon sunshine,for the rest rain.— This text is automatically translated to English
During the day it was sunny and nice and warm, while the evenings were pleasantly cool. There was almost no rain. In short, ideal vacation weather.— This text is automatically translated to English
lovely warm, fresh breeze. Early dark— 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.