Van, Turkey experiences average highs of 16°C (61°F) and lows of 5°C (41°F) throughout the year. The climate is relatively dry, with only 7 rainy days per month on average. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 11 hours per day. Average highs have warmed by 1.9°C (3.4°F) across the available records.
Van, Turkey Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Van, Turkey. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jun–Nov 
Wetter season: Jan–Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
5.8/10
Best: June, July, August, September, October
UV Index
6
High
Temperature 16°C / 5°C
Feels Like 13°C / 2°C
Rainy Days 7
Rainfall 33 mm
Sunshine 11 h
Humidity 59%
Wind Speed 12 km/h
Dew Point 2°C
Snow Days 9 days
Frost Days 19 days
Hottest Month
30°C
August
Avg Low 17°C
Rain 1 days
Coldest Month
-7°C
January
Avg High 2°C
Rain 9 days
Driest Month
1 days
August
Avg High 30°C
Avg Low 17°C
Windiest Month
14 km/h
June (Gusts 37)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding January, February, March, December due to very cold temperatures.
Sun Position
Sunrise 04:42
Daylight 14.8h
Sunset 19:32
Live conditions —
Van on the map · live conditions
Van, Turkey
- Continent
- Asia
- Country
- Turkey
- City
- Van
- Population
- 525K
- Coordinates
- 38.49°, 43.38°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 13°C
Avg Low 2°C
Rain 13 days/mo
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 28°C
Avg Low 15°C
Rain 2 days/mo
3/3 best months
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 18°C
Avg Low 8°C
Rain 5 days/mo
2/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 3°C
Avg Low -6°C
Rain 8 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: 2°C / -7°C . Feb: 3°C / -6°C . Mar: 7°C / -2°C . Apr: 14°C / 2°C . May: 19°C / 7°C . Jun: 25°C / 12°C . Jul: 30°C / 17°C . Aug: 30°C / 17°C . Sep: 25°C / 13°C . Oct: 18°C / 8°C . Nov: 10°C / 2°C . Dec: 5°C / -3°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 42 mm. Feb: 33 mm. Mar: 65 mm. Apr: 55 mm. May: 63 mm. Jun: 15 mm. Jul: 7 mm. Aug: 5 mm. Sep: 10 mm. Oct: 31 mm. Nov: 31 mm. Dec: 40 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 74%. Feb: 74%. Mar: 72%. Apr: 64%. May: 61%. Jun: 44%. Jul: 39%. Aug: 37%. Sep: 44%. Oct: 57%. Nov: 67%. Dec: 74%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind Speed Gusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 10 km/h . Feb: 11 km/h . Mar: 13 km/h . Apr: 14 km/h . May: 14 km/h . Jun: 14 km/h . Jul: 14 km/h . Aug: 13 km/h . Sep: 13 km/h . Oct: 12 km/h . Nov: 10 km/h . Dec: 10 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 8h. Feb: 9h. Mar: 10h. Apr: 11h. May: 12h. Jun: 14h. Jul: 14h. Aug: 13h. Sep: 11h. Oct: 10h. Nov: 8h. Dec: 8h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 3. Feb: UV 5. Mar: UV 6. Apr: UV 7. May: UV 8. Jun: UV 8. Jul: UV 8. Aug: UV 8. Sep: UV 6. Oct: UV 5. Nov: UV 3. Dec: UV 3.
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: 13 days. Feb: 12 days. Mar: 13 days. Apr: 4 days. May: 1 days. Jun: 0 days. Jul: 0 days. Aug: 0 days. Sep: 0 days. Oct: 0 days. Nov: 5 days. Dec: 12 days.
Climate Trends
Average highs have warmed by 1.9°C (3.4°F) across the available records. Average rainfall is trending drier by about 15 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Aug 2025 · 32°C | Aug · 30°C |
| Coldest month | Feb 2025 · -6°C | Jan · -7°C |
| Wettest month | Apr 2025 · 78 mm | Mar · 65 mm |
| Windiest month | Jun 2025 · 16 km/h | Jun · 14 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Poor 
February
Poor March
Poor April
Fair May
Good June best
Excellent July best
Excellent August best
Excellent September best
Excellent October best
Excellent November
Poor December
Poor | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 2°C / -7°C | -2°C / -11°C | 9days (42 mm) Wet | 7.9h Good | 74% Muggy | 3.4 Moderate | Poor | View Details |
| February | 3°C / -6°C | -1°C / -10°C | 8days (33 mm) Wet | 9h Good | 74% Muggy | 4.8 Moderate | Poor | View Details |
| March | 7°C / -2°C | 4°C / -5°C | 12days (65 mm) Wet | 9.9h Good | 72% Muggy | 6 High | Poor | View Details |
| April | 14°C / 2°C | 12°C / -1°C | 12days (55 mm) Wet | 11.4h Excellent | 64% Muggy | 6.6 High | Fair | View Details |
| May | 19°C / 7°C | 17°C / 4°C | 14days (63 mm) Wet | 12.4h Excellent | 61% Muggy | 7.5 Very High | Good | View Details |
| June best | 25°C / 12°C | 25°C / 11°C | 4days (15 mm) Good | 13.6h Excellent | 44% Moderate | 8 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| July best | 30°C / 17°C | 29°C / 16°C | 2days (7 mm) Excellent | 13.5h Excellent | 39% Comfortable | 8.1 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| August best | 30°C / 17°C | 30°C / 16°C | 1days (5 mm) Excellent | 12.5h Excellent | 37% Comfortable | 7.6 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| September best | 25°C / 13°C | 23°C / 12°C | 3days (10 mm) Excellent | 11.4h Excellent | 44% Moderate | 6.4 High | Excellent | View Details |
| October best | 18°C / 8°C | 15°C / 5°C | 6days (31 mm) Good | 9.7h Good | 57% Moderate | 4.8 Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
| November | 10°C / 2°C | 7°C / -1°C | 7days (31 mm) Good | 8.4h Good | 67% Muggy | 3.4 Moderate | Poor | View Details |
| December | 5°C / -3°C | 1°C / -7°C | 8days (40 mm) Wet | 7.5h Good | 74% Muggy | 2.8 Moderate | Poor | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Van are June, July, August, September, October, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Van, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Van is August, with average daytime highs of 30°C (87°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Van is January, with average overnight lows of -7°C (19°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Van is March, averaging 65mm of precipitation across 12 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Van runs through May, March, April, with the heaviest rainfall in May. Based on 10-year averages for Van.
Van receives approximately 127 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is June with around 14 hours. Based on climate data for Van.
The least favorable months to visit Van are January, February, March, December, primarily due to very cold temperatures. For the best conditions, consider June, July, August, September, October instead.
The annual average UV index in Van is 6, classified as high. Standard sun protection (sunscreen, hat) is recommended during prolonged outdoor exposure.
Average humidity in Van is 59%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Yes, Van receives snow. Months with snowfall average 9 snow days and 16 cm (6 in) of accumulation, with about 19 frost days during winter.
Average wind speeds in Van are 12 km/h (7 mph). The windiest month is June with peak winds reaching 14 km/h (9 mph) (gusts up to 37 km/h / 23 mph).
Van averages 11 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 37%. The clearest skies occur in August.
The annual average dew point in Van is 2°C (36°F), which feels dry and comfortable. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Van 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 Van ranges from 2°C (36°F) to 13°C (55°F) on average. Wind chill makes winters feel noticeably colder than the actual temperature — layered clothing is recommended.
Yes, June is a great time to visit Van. It earns a climate score of 9.1/10 with Excellent.
For June in Van, pack Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses, Comfortable walking shoes. With average highs of 25°C (78°F) and 4 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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