Izmir, TurkeyQuick decision
When to visit Izmir?
🌞 Best time overall
May
🌡️ Optimal temperature
16°C–26°C in May
🌧 Least rain
21% rainy days in May
🌧 Wettest month
January (36%)
📅 Best score
8.9/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
EphesusMarch–May or October — ancient city 1h away, Library of Celsus.
KemeraltıYear-round — historic bazaar, mosques and caravanserais.
GastronomyYear-round — boyoz, kumru and waterfront restaurants.
BeachesJune–September — Çeşme and Alaçatı, windsurfing and coves.
Monthly climate data
Izmir weather month by month
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rainy days (%) | Precip. mm/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ⛅ January | 6°C | 13°C | 36% | 4.4 | 8.9h | 5.3/10 |
| ⛅ February | 7°C | 15°C | 31% | 2.4 | 9.7h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ March | 8°C | 17°C | 27% | 2.4 | 11.0h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 12°C | 22°C | 21% | 1.7 | 12.0h | 8.1/10 |
| ☀️ May | 16°C | 26°C | 21% | 1.3 | 13.4h | 8.9/10 |
| ☀️ June | 21°C | 32°C | 13% | 0.8 | 14.0h | 8.5/10 |
| 🥵 July | 24°C | 36°C | 2% | 0.1 | 13.9h | 6.9/10 |
| 🥵 August | 24°C | 36°C | 4% | 0.1 | 13.0h | 6.9/10 |
| ☀️ September | 20°C | 31°C | 7% | 0.6 | 12.0h | 8.6/10 |
| ☀️ October | 16°C | 25°C | 12% | 1.1 | 10.0h | 8.4/10 |
| 🌤️ November | 12°C | 20°C | 27% | 3.2 | 9.6h | 7.3/10 |
| ⛅ December | 8°C | 15°C | 30% | 3.2 | 8.7h | 6.7/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Good time
Average 22°C, 23% rainy days, 12.1h sunshine/day. Score: 8.1/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Good time
Average 35°C, 6% rainy days, 13.6h sunshine/day. Score: 7.4/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time
Average 25°C, 15% rainy days, 10.5h sunshine/day. Score: 8.1/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Acceptable
Average 14°C, 32% rainy days, 9.1h sunshine/day. Score: 6.3/10.
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FAQ
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May is ideal with 21% rainy days and 26°C.
January is the wettest month with 36% rainy days.
Yes, May is the best month with an average of 26°C.
In winter, the average score is 6.3/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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