Side, Turkey experiences average highs of 23°C (73°F) and lows of 15°C (59°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.
Side, Turkey Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Side, Turkey. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: May–Oct 
Wetter season: Jan–Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
7.9/10
Best: May, June, September, October
UV Index
6
High
Temperature 23°C / 15°C
Feels Like 23°C / 14°C
Rainy Days 6
Rainfall 71 mm
Sunshine 11 h
Humidity 68%
Wind Speed 16 km/h
Dew Point 13°C
Snow Days 1 days
Hottest Month
33°C
July
Avg Low 24°C
Rain 1 days
Coldest Month
7°C
February
Avg High 14°C
Rain 8 days
Driest Month
1 days
July
Avg High 33°C
Avg Low 24°C
Windiest Month
18 km/h
July (Gusts 34)
Sea Temperature
18°C – 30°C
Warmest water: August (
30.4°C
)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding January due to frequent rain.
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:47
Daylight 14.4h
Sunset 20:13
Live conditions —
Side on the map · live conditions
Side, Turkey
- Continent
- Asia
- Country
- Turkey
- City
- Side
- Population
- 10.5K
- Coordinates
- 36.77°, 31.39°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 20°C
Avg Low 12°C
Rain 7 days/mo
1/3 best months
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 31°C
Avg Low 22°C
Rain 2 days/mo
1/3 best months
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 25°C
Avg Low 17°C
Rain 5 days/mo
2/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 14°C
Avg Low 8°C
Rain 12 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: 13°C / 7°C . Feb: 14°C / 7°C . Mar: 17°C / 8°C . Apr: 20°C / 11°C . May: 24°C / 15°C . Jun: 29°C / 20°C . Jul: 33°C / 24°C . Aug: 33°C / 24°C . Sep: 30°C / 21°C . Oct: 26°C / 17°C . Nov: 20°C / 13°C . Dec: 15°C / 9°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 222 mm. Feb: 86 mm. Mar: 89 mm. Apr: 54 mm. May: 35 mm. Jun: 13 mm. Jul: 4 mm. Aug: 6 mm. Sep: 12 mm. Oct: 41 mm. Nov: 110 mm. Dec: 183 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 73%. Feb: 71%. Mar: 71%. Apr: 72%. May: 70%. Jun: 67%. Jul: 59%. Aug: 65%. Sep: 62%. Oct: 64%. Nov: 67%. Dec: 74%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind Speed Gusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 18 km/h . Feb: 16 km/h . Mar: 16 km/h . Apr: 15 km/h . May: 16 km/h . Jun: 17 km/h . Jul: 18 km/h . Aug: 17 km/h . Sep: 16 km/h . Oct: 14 km/h . Nov: 14 km/h . Dec: 15 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 7h. Feb: 9h. Mar: 10h. Apr: 12h. May: 13h. Jun: 14h. Jul: 13h. Aug: 12h. Sep: 11h. Oct: 10h. Nov: 9h. Dec: 7h.
Sea Temperature
Sea Temperature swim
Line chart showing monthly sea temperature. Jan: 19°C . Feb: 18°C . Mar: 18°C . Apr: 19°C . May: 22°C . Jun: 26°C . Jul: 29°C . Aug: 30°C . Sep: 29°C . Oct: 26°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 6. Oct: UV 5. Nov: UV 3. Dec: UV 2.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight 12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Snow Days
Snow Days Snowfall
Snow Days: Jan: 2 days. Feb: 1 days. Mar: 1 days. Apr: 0 days. May: 0 days. Jun: 0 days. Jul: 0 days. Aug: 0 days. Sep: 0 days. Oct: 0 days. Nov: 0 days. Dec: 1 days.
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall is trending drier by about 20 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Aug 2025 · 33°C | Jul · 33°C |
| Coldest month | Feb 2025 · 5°C | Feb · 7°C |
| Wettest month | Apr 2025 · 136 mm | Jan · 222 mm |
| Windiest month | Jul 2025 · 17 km/h | Jul · 18 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Wet 
February
Fair March
Good April
Good May best
Excellent June best
Excellent July
Good August
Good September best
Excellent October best
Excellent November
Good December
Wet | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13°C / 7°C | 10°C / 4°C | 14days (222 mm) Wet | 7.3h Good | 73% Muggy | 2.7 Moderate | Wet | View Details |
| February | 14°C / 7°C | 12°C / 4°C | 8days (86 mm) Wet | 8.8h Good | 71% Muggy | 3.9 Moderate | Fair | View Details |
| March | 17°C / 8°C | 15°C / 6°C | 9days (89 mm) Wet | 10.2h Excellent | 71% Muggy | 5.6 High | Good | View Details |
| April | 20°C / 11°C | 21°C / 10°C | 7days (54 mm) Good | 11.5h Excellent | 72% Muggy | 6.8 High | Good | View Details |
| May best | 24°C / 15°C | 26°C / 15°C | 5days (35 mm) Good | 12.6h Excellent | 70% Muggy | 7.3 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| June best | 29°C / 20°C | 32°C / 21°C | 4days (13 mm) Good | 13.6h Excellent | 67% Muggy | 7.9 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| July | 33°C / 24°C | 37°C / 25°C | 1days (4 mm) Excellent | 13.4h Excellent | 59% Moderate | 8 Very High | Good | View Details |
| August | 33°C / 24°C | 36°C / 26°C | 2days (6 mm) Excellent | 12.3h Excellent | 65% Muggy | 7.5 Very High | Good | View Details |
| September best | 30°C / 21°C | 32°C / 22°C | 3days (12 mm) Excellent | 11.4h Excellent | 62% Muggy | 6.4 High | Excellent | View Details |
| October best | 26°C / 17°C | 26°C / 17°C | 3days (41 mm) Excellent | 10h Excellent | 64% Muggy | 5 Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
| November | 20°C / 13°C | 19°C / 11°C | 8days (110 mm) Wet | 8.5h Good | 67% Muggy | 3.4 Moderate | Good | View Details |
| December | 15°C / 9°C | 13°C / 7°C | 13days (183 mm) Wet | 7.2h Good | 74% Muggy | 2.4 Moderate | Wet | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Side are May, June, September, October, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Side, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Side is July, with average daytime highs of 33°C (92°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Side is February, with average overnight lows of 7°C (45°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Side is January, averaging 222mm of precipitation across 14 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Side runs through January, December, with the heaviest rainfall in January. Based on 10-year averages for Side.
Side receives approximately 127 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is June with around 14 hours. Based on climate data for Side.
The least favorable months to visit Side are January, primarily due to frequent rain. For the best conditions, consider May, June, September, October instead.
The annual average UV index in Side is 6, classified as high. Standard sun protection (sunscreen, hat) is recommended during prolonged outdoor exposure.
Average humidity in Side is 68%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Yes — sea temperatures in May, June, July, August, September, October, November average 27°C (81°F), which is warm and comfortable for swimming and water activities.
Yes, Side receives snow. Months with snowfall average 1 snow days and 1 cm (0 in) of accumulation, with about 0 frost days during winter.
Average wind speeds in Side are 16 km/h (10 mph). The windiest month is July with peak winds reaching 18 km/h (11 mph) (gusts up to 34 km/h / 21 mph).
Side averages 16 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 28%. The clearest skies occur in July.
The annual average dew point in Side is 13°C (55°F), which feels pleasant with low humidity. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Side 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 Side ranges from 14°C (57°F) to 23°C (73°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 Side. It earns a climate score of 7.6/10 with Good.
For July in Side, pack Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses, Sandals. With average highs of 33°C (92°F) and 1 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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