The month in detail
What to expect in August
In the height of summer, Izmir sees high temperatures (36°C). Heat is a factor for outdoor activities. Rain is virtually absent (3% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup.
August ranks 9 out of 12 months in Izmir. Compared to July: −0.7h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in August
UV index
7 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
muggy at times
16°
Sea
26°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
13.5h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 39
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Is August the right month?
The best month in Izmir is September (9.0/10), 3.8 pts higher than August.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach holiday.
Country · Turkey
🗣️LanguageTurkish
💶CurrencyLivre turque (₺)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘCheap · 2/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘ+1.42°C/decade
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 36°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 13°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJanuary · 28%
🏖️ Beach holiday
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
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Location
Where is Izmir ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
TurkeyTemperate oceanic climate with a 9.0 → 4.3 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
38.42°N · 27.13°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Izmir?
September is the best month with 31.0°C highs, 20.0°C lows, 9.7h of sunshine and 7.0% rainy days. The months of September & May offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Izmir get in September?
Izmir averages 9.7 sunshine hours per day in September. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.7/10.
What is the rainiest month in Izmir?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Izmir in September?
In September, overnight lows reach 20.0°C, while afternoon highs average 31.0°C.
Is Izmir good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Izmir scores 4.2/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains September with a score of 8.7/10.
When should you avoid Izmir?
January is the most difficult month to visit Izmir, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Izmir in August?
In August, the sea averages 26°C in Izmir: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Izmir in August?
The average UV index reaches 7 in August in Izmir (high), with about 13.5h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.