Datça, Turkey experiences average highs of 20°C (68°F) and lows of 19°C (66°F) throughout the year. The climate is relatively dry, with only 6 rainy days per month on average. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 11 hours per day. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Datça, Turkey Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Datça, Turkey. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Apr–Oct 
Wetter season: Jan–Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
7.9/10
Best: May, June, August, September, October
UV Index
6
High
Temperature 20°C / 19°C
Feels Like 20°C / 17°C
Rainy Days 6
Rainfall 77 mm
Sunshine 11 h
Humidity 74%
Wind Speed 30 km/h
Dew Point 15°C
Hottest Month
27°C
August
Avg Low 25°C
Rain 0 days
Coldest Month
13°C
January
Avg High 15°C
Rain 16 days
Driest Month
0 days
July
Avg High 27°C
Avg Low 25°C
Windiest Month
34 km/h
January (Gusts 48)
Sea Temperature
18°C – 28°C
Warmest water: August (
27.6°C
)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding January, February due to frequent rain.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:02
Daylight 14.4h
Sunset 20:28
Live conditions —
Datça on the map · live conditions
Datça, Turkey
- Continent
- Asia
- Country
- Turkey
- City
- Datça
- Population
- 10.1K
- Coordinates
- 36.74°, 27.68°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 18°C
Avg Low 16°C
Rain 5 days/mo
1/3 best months
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 26°C
Avg Low 24°C
Rain 0 days/mo
2/3 best months
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 22°C
Avg Low 21°C
Rain 5 days/mo
2/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 15°C
Avg Low 13°C
Rain 13 days/mo
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
High Low Shaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 15°C / 13°C . Feb: 15°C / 13°C . Mar: 16°C / 14°C . Apr: 17°C / 16°C . May: 20°C / 19°C . Jun: 24°C / 22°C . Jul: 27°C / 25°C . Aug: 27°C / 25°C . Sep: 25°C / 24°C . Oct: 22°C / 21°C . Nov: 20°C / 18°C . Dec: 16°C / 14°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 234 mm. Feb: 89 mm. Mar: 86 mm. Apr: 36 mm. May: 13 mm. Jun: 4 mm. Jul: 0 mm. Aug: 0 mm. Sep: 9 mm. Oct: 49 mm. Nov: 154 mm. Dec: 246 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 68%. Feb: 68%. Mar: 71%. Apr: 77%. May: 79%. Jun: 80%. Jul: 77%. Aug: 80%. Sep: 74%. Oct: 72%. Nov: 70%. Dec: 69%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind Speed Gusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 34 km/h . Feb: 32 km/h . Mar: 33 km/h . Apr: 30 km/h . May: 29 km/h . Jun: 30 km/h . Jul: 32 km/h . Aug: 29 km/h . Sep: 30 km/h . Oct: 27 km/h . Nov: 28 km/h . Dec: 31 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 8h. Feb: 9h. Mar: 10h. Apr: 12h. May: 13h. Jun: 14h. Jul: 13h. Aug: 13h. Sep: 12h. Oct: 10h. Nov: 9h. Dec: 8h.
Sea Temperature
Sea Temperature swim
Line chart showing monthly sea temperature. Jan: 19°C . Feb: 18°C . Mar: 18°C . Apr: 18°C . May: 20°C . Jun: 24°C . Jul: 27°C . Aug: 28°C . Sep: 27°C . Oct: 25°C . Nov: 23°C . Dec: 21°C .
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 3. Feb: UV 4. Mar: UV 6. Apr: UV 7. May: UV 7. Jun: UV 8. Jul: UV 8. Aug: UV 8. Sep: UV 7. Oct: UV 5. Nov: UV 4. Dec: UV 3.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight 12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall is trending wetter by about 22 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | — | Aug · 27°C |
| Coldest month | — | Jan · 13°C |
| Wettest month | Dec 2025 · 249 mm | Dec · 246 mm |
| Windiest month | May 2025 · 32 km/h | Jan · 34 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Wet 
February
Fair March
Good April
Good May best
Excellent June best
Excellent July
Excellent August best
Excellent September best
Excellent October best
Excellent November
Good December
Wet | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15°C / 13°C | 11°C / 8°C | 16days (234 mm) Wet | 7.9h Good | 68% Muggy | 3 Moderate | Wet | View Details |
| February | 15°C / 13°C | 12°C / 8°C | 10days (89 mm) Wet | 9h Good | 68% Muggy | 4.2 Moderate | Fair | View Details |
| March | 16°C / 14°C | 13°C / 9°C | 8days (86 mm) Wet | 10.2h Excellent | 71% Muggy | 5.7 High | Good | View Details |
| April | 17°C / 16°C | 17°C / 13°C | 4days (36 mm) Good | 11.5h Excellent | 77% Humid | 6.7 High | Good | View Details |
| May best | 20°C / 19°C | 21°C / 17°C | 3days (13 mm) Excellent | 12.5h Excellent | 79% Humid | 7.4 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| June best | 24°C / 22°C | 26°C / 23°C | 1days (4 mm) Excellent | 13.5h Excellent | 80% Humid | 8 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| July | 27°C / 25°C | 29°C / 26°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 13.3h Excellent | 77% Humid | 8.1 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| August best | 27°C / 25°C | 30°C / 27°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 12.5h Excellent | 80% Humid | 7.6 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| September best | 25°C / 24°C | 27°C / 24°C | 1days (9 mm) Excellent | 11.5h Excellent | 74% Muggy | 6.5 High | Excellent | View Details |
| October best | 22°C / 21°C | 23°C / 20°C | 4days (49 mm) Good | 9.9h Good | 72% Muggy | 5 Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
| November | 20°C / 18°C | 19°C / 16°C | 10days (154 mm) Wet | 8.5h Good | 70% Muggy | 3.5 Moderate | Good | View Details |
| December | 16°C / 14°C | 14°C / 11°C | 14days (246 mm) Wet | 7.5h Good | 69% Muggy | 2.7 Moderate | Wet | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Datça are May, June, August, September, October, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Datça, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Datça is August, with average daytime highs of 27°C (80°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Datça is January, with average overnight lows of 13°C (55°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Datça is December, averaging 246mm of precipitation across 14 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Datça runs through January, December, February, November, with the heaviest rainfall in January. Based on 10-year averages for Datça.
Datça receives approximately 128 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is June with around 14 hours. Based on climate data for Datça.
The least favorable months to visit Datça are January, February, primarily due to frequent rain. For the best conditions, consider May, June, August, September, October instead.
The annual average UV index in Datça is 6, classified as high. Standard sun protection (sunscreen, hat) is recommended during prolonged outdoor exposure.
Average humidity in Datça is 74%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Yes — sea temperatures in June, July, August, September, October, November average 25°C (77°F), which is warm and comfortable for swimming and water activities.
Average wind speeds in Datça are 30 km/h (19 mph). The windiest month is January with peak winds reaching 34 km/h (21 mph) (gusts up to 48 km/h / 30 mph).
Datça averages 17 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 26%. The clearest skies occur in July.
The annual average dew point in Datça is 15°C (59°F), which feels pleasant with low humidity. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Datça has a Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate, classified as Csa under the Köppen system. Temperate climates have mild winters and warm summers, with rainfall spread across the year and four distinct seasons.
The 'feels like' temperature in Datça ranges from 17°C (63°F) to 20°C (68°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
Yes, July is a great time to visit Datça. It earns a climate score of 8.7/10 with Excellent.
For July in Datça, pack Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses, Comfortable walking shoes. With average highs of 27°C (80°F) and 0 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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