Cappadocia · WinterMonth summary
Cappadocia weather in December
⚠️ Fair
🌡️ Temperature min / max
-1°C – 8°C
🌧 Rainy days
29% of days
☀️ Sunshine
8.1h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Winter
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
4.6/10
📅 📅 Best month
July (9.2/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Cappadocia in December?
⚠️ Fair
✅ Yes if: you enjoy winter atmosphere and the lowest prices of the year.
❌ No if: you're looking for sunshine or outdoor activities.
Our take: Cappadocia in December: 29% rain, 8.1h of sunshine. Better to wait for July.
By trip type
Cappadocia in December by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ⚠️ Possible
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ❌ Not recommended
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
Local context
What to expect in December
🎯 Good hiking window — mild temperatures (8°C) and uncrowded trails Winter in Cappadocia is cool (8°C during the day). Days are short (8.1h of sunshine) but the city reveals a different side. Expect rain on 29% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌫️ January | -3°C | 6°C | 30% | 1.7 | 8.1h | 4.3/10 |
| 🌫️ February | -2°C | 8°C | 25% | 1.3 | 9.3h | 5.2/10 |
| ⛅ March | 1°C | 12°C | 37% | 1.9 | 10.0h | 5.7/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 5°C | 18°C | 29% | 1.4 | 11.5h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 9°C | 21°C | 41% | 2.0 | 12.6h | 7.6/10 |
| ☀️ June | 13°C | 26°C | 22% | 0.9 | 13.4h | 8.9/10 |
| ☀️ July | 15°C | 30°C | 3% | 0.1 | 13.5h | 9.2/10 |
| ☀️ August | 16°C | 31°C | 4% | 0.1 | 12.6h | 8.8/10 |
| ☀️ September | 12°C | 26°C | 8% | 0.4 | 11.1h | 8.9/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 7°C | 20°C | 10% | 0.4 | 9.9h | 7.7/10 |
| ⛅ November | 2°C | 14°C | 18% | 1.0 | 8.9h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌫️ December | -1°C | 8°C | 29% | 1.6 | 8.1h | 4.6/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In December, Cappadocia averages 8°C, 29% rainy days and 8.1h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 4.6/10.
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Comparison
December vs July (best month)
The best month is July (score 9.2/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +22°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -26%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +5.4h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Cappadocia in December
Is December a good time to visit Cappadocia?
December is not recommended for Cappadocia (score 4.6/10). With 29% rainy days and 8.1h of sunshine, consider July (9.2/10) instead.
What's the weather like in Cappadocia in December?
It's cool with 8°C daytime and -1°C at night. 8.1h of sunshine per day. Pack warm clothes and favour indoor visits.
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