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Izmir, Turkey · Temperate oceanic

Izmir in February: go or not?

Tough period. Izmir in February only reaches 4.4/10.

📅 Data updated: October 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 38.42°N · 27.13°E
⚡ This month's verdict
Avoid
Izmir · February
4.4
7–15°
Temperature
22%
Rain
5h
Sun
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The month in detail

What to expect in February

In February, Izmir sees 15°C during the day with 5.2h of sunshine per day. Rain risk remains low (22% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities.

February ranks 10 out of 12 months in Izmir. Compared to January: +2°C daytime, 6 pts fewer rainy days, +0.7h of sun per day.

This month's conditions

What it's like in February

UV index
4 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
dry air
5°
Sea
13°C
cold, for the brave
Daylight
10.6h of daylight
Air quality
fair
AQI 47
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Is February the right month?

The best month in Izmir is September (9.0/10), 4.6 pts higher than February.

See September →See all 12 months →
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Plan your trip

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
Location

Where is Izmir ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

🌍 World
🔍 Geographic context
Turkey
Temperate 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 February?
In February, the sea averages 13°C in Izmir: cold, for the brave. Best left to hardened swimmers or those with a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Izmir in February?
The average UV index reaches 4 in February in Izmir (moderate), with about 10.6h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.