Category Turkey Travel Guide by Month

January: Cold with chances for skiing in Uludağ and Erzurum, fewer crowds in Istanbul and Cappadocia, great accommodation deals.

February: Continues to be cold, ideal for winter sports, fewer tourists in Istanbul for museum visits.

March: Spring begins, mild weather, blooming landscapes in Aegean and Mediterranean coasts.

April: Pleasant weather, Tulip Festival in Istanbul, beautiful Cappadocia for hot air balloon rides.

May: Warmer weather, great for outdoor activities and ancient ruins, start of the tourist season on coasts.

June: Summer begins, vibrant coastal areas like Antalya and Bodrum, great for historical site visits.

July: Hot and busy, perfect for sun and sea lovers, high prices, and tourist crowds, many festivals.

August: Hottest month, peak tourist season, ideal for water sports and seaside relaxation.

September: Cooler temperatures, fewer crowds, still warm for swimming, great for cultural trips and beach relaxation.

October: Cooler with autumn colors, fewer tourists, perfect for hiking and natural landscapes.

November: Cooler weather, fewer tourists, ideal for historical and cultural site visits, mild temperatures.

December: Winter returns, mild in coastal areas, cold in Istanbul and Cappadocia, festive atmosphere in Istanbul.