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May is a good month in Başalan

Climate Overview

Başalan, Turkey in May has warm conditions, with highs averaging 21.8°C (71°F). Temperatures drop noticeably between day and night.

This month falls at the end of Spring.

Daily highs in May gradually rise from around 20°C (67°F) at the start to 22°C (72°F) by month's end.

Rainfall is heaviest during the last third of the month, while the middle tends to be drier.

Expect around 11.0h of sunshine at the start of May, increasing to 12.2h by the end.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 16th, averaging 23.6°C (74°F).

Compared to April, this month is about 4°C warmer with 1 more rainy days. Temperatures will rise further into June.

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Monthly May Averages

Temperature
22°C / 10°C
Feels Like
21°C / 8°C
Rain
9 days · 68 mm
Sunshine
12h / day
Humidity
57% — Moderate
Wind
13 km/h
Wind Direction
W (274°)
Gusts
39 km/h
Daylight
14.2 h
Cloud Cover
38%
Clear Sky Days
9
UV Index
7.3 — Very High
Dew Point
7°C — Dry
Moon Phase
Waxing Gibbous · 66%

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

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Daily Precipitation

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Daily Sunshine

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Daily Wind Speed

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Sun Position
Sunrise 05:59
Daylight 14.2h
Sunset 20:09

What to Expect

Daytime temperatures around 22°C (71°F) are ideal for full-day outdoor exploration.

Rain usually comes in shorter passing showers rather than all-day rain.

1 of the last 5 yearly records were warmer than this month's long-run average.

Compare Months

January
Poor
Temp
7°C / -1°C
Feels Like
4°C / -4°C
Rain
13days (125 mm) Wet
Sun
7h Good
Humidity
78% Humid
UV
2.8 Moderate
Snow Days
3days
February
Poor
Temp
9°C / 0°C
Feels Like
6°C / -4°C
Rain
8days (57 mm) Wet
Sun
8.3h Good
Humidity
73% Muggy
UV
4 Moderate
Snow Days
1days
March
Fair
Temp
12°C / 1°C
Feels Like
10°C / -2°C
Rain
10days (77 mm) Wet
Sun
9.6h Good
Humidity
68% Muggy
UV
5.5 High
Snow Days
1days
April
Good
Temp
17°C / 6°C
Feels Like
16°C / 3°C
Rain
8days (52 mm) Wet
Sun
11.1h Excellent
Humidity
62% Muggy
UV
6.6 High
May
Good
Temp
22°C / 10°C
Feels Like
21°C / 8°C
Rain
9days (68 mm) Wet
Sun
12h Excellent
Humidity
57% Moderate
UV
7.3 Very High
June best
Excellent
Temp
27°C / 15°C
Feels Like
27°C / 15°C
Rain
7days (40 mm) Good
Sun
13.2h Excellent
Humidity
50% Moderate
UV
8.1 Very High
July best
Excellent
Temp
32°C / 19°C
Feels Like
31°C / 19°C
Rain
2days (7 mm) Excellent
Sun
13.4h Excellent
Humidity
36% Comfortable
UV
8.2 Very High
August best
Excellent
Temp
32°C / 19°C
Feels Like
31°C / 19°C
Rain
4days (14 mm) Good
Sun
12.3h Excellent
Humidity
41% Moderate
UV
7.7 Very High
September best
Excellent
Temp
27°C / 15°C
Feels Like
26°C / 14°C
Rain
4days (22 mm) Good
Sun
11.3h Excellent
Humidity
46% Moderate
UV
6.5 High
October best
Excellent
Temp
21°C / 9°C
Feels Like
19°C / 8°C
Rain
5days (37 mm) Good
Sun
9.7h Good
Humidity
58% Moderate
UV
4.9 Moderate
November
Fair
Temp
15°C / 4°C
Feels Like
12°C / 2°C
Rain
8days (71 mm) Wet
Sun
8h Good
Humidity
70% Muggy
UV
3.4 Moderate
December
Poor
Temp
9°C / 1°C
Feels Like
7°C / -2°C
Rain
11days (93 mm) Wet
Sun
7h Good
Humidity
80% Humid
UV
2.4 Moderate
Snow Days
1days
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January 7°C / -1°C 4°C / -4°C 13days (125 mm) Wet 7h Good 78% Humid 2.8 Moderate Poor View Details
February 9°C / 0°C 6°C / -4°C 8days (57 mm) Wet 8.3h Good 73% Muggy 4 Moderate Poor View Details
March 12°C / 1°C 10°C / -2°C 10days (77 mm) Wet 9.6h Good 68% Muggy 5.5 High Fair View Details
April 17°C / 6°C 16°C / 3°C 8days (52 mm) Wet 11.1h Excellent 62% Muggy 6.6 High Good View Details
May 22°C / 10°C 21°C / 8°C 9days (68 mm) Wet 12h Excellent 57% Moderate 7.3 Very High Good View Details
June best 27°C / 15°C 27°C / 15°C 7days (40 mm) Good 13.2h Excellent 50% Moderate 8.1 Very High Excellent View Details
July best 32°C / 19°C 31°C / 19°C 2days (7 mm) Excellent 13.4h Excellent 36% Comfortable 8.2 Very High Excellent View Details
August best 32°C / 19°C 31°C / 19°C 4days (14 mm) Good 12.3h Excellent 41% Moderate 7.7 Very High Excellent View Details
September best 27°C / 15°C 26°C / 14°C 4days (22 mm) Good 11.3h Excellent 46% Moderate 6.5 High Excellent View Details
October best 21°C / 9°C 19°C / 8°C 5days (37 mm) Good 9.7h Good 58% Moderate 4.9 Moderate Excellent View Details
November 15°C / 4°C 12°C / 2°C 8days (71 mm) Wet 8h Good 70% Muggy 3.4 Moderate Fair View Details
December 9°C / 1°C 7°C / -2°C 11days (93 mm) Wet 7h Good 80% Humid 2.4 Moderate Poor View Details

What to Wear

Dress in layers — a mix of long sleeves, light sweaters, and a versatile jacket works best for changeable conditions.

Temperatures drop significantly at night, so pack layers you can add or remove throughout the day.

A waterproof jacket or compact umbrella is recommended for occasional showers.

Packing List

Warm evening layerUmbrellaSunscreen (SPF 30+)SunglassesComfortable walking shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

May is typically good for visiting Başalan, with average highs of 22°C (71°F) and around 9 rainy days. Başalan, Turkey in May has warm conditions, with highs averaging 21.8°C (71°F). Temperatures drop noticeably between day
Başalan typically sees around 9 rainy days in May with 68 mm (2.7 in) of total rainfall. An umbrella should suffice.
Nights in Başalan during May are cool at around 10°C (50°F). Bring a jacket or sweater for evenings.
With highs of 22°C (71°F) and lows of 10°C (50°F) in May, we recommend: Warm evening layer, Umbrella, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sunglasses, Comfortable walking shoes. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
May is not the most favourable month weather-wise in Başalan. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Başalan during May is 7 (high). Wear sunscreen SPF 30+, a hat, and sunglasses. Limit direct sun exposure between 10 AM and 4 PM.
Başalan gets approximately 14 hours of daylight per day in May, with around 12 hours of sunshine.
Snow is uncommon in Başalan during May based on 10-year climate averages.

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