Temperatures in May
It's warm in May in Turkey with an average temperature of 25°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 23°C to a high of 28°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 15°C and 20°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Turkey in May. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Turkey with warm temperatures, averaging around 24°C during the day and nights close to 16°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry.
Mid-May
By mid-May, the average daytime temperature rises to around 26°C, with nights close to 18°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry with sunshine.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Turkey will be around 27°C, with nights close to 19°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers.
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Precipitation in May
In May, there is an average of 59 mm of precipitation, spread over 6 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
The precipitation chance averages 19% per day this month. Though that seems low, there are also a few days with a higher chance of precipitation.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in May for Turkey. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Turkey in May |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
25°C | 18°C | |
 High Temp |
28°C | 21°C | |
| Low Temp |
23°C | 15°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
59 mm | 46 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
6 days | 8 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Turkey?
Want nice weather? Then May is a great time to be in Turkey. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and not too much rain this month.
Temperature records for Turkey in May
With 37°C, Turkey hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in May 2021. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 13°C in 2020. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 3°C to a high of 27°C.
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The climate of Turkey is based on weather data from Antalya. Other spots, like Bodrum, Belek or Side, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Turkey for a full picture of the climate.
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Daily Temperature in May in Turkey
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in May in Turkey, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Weather experiences in May in Turkey
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Daily Precipitation in May in Turkey
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Turkey, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect around 6 days of rain in Turkey.
Daily UV Index in May in Turkey
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Turkey, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in Turkey Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Turkey, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in May in Turkey Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Turkey, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in May for Turkey
Click on a specific day in May for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Turkey. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in May in Turkey
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Average Weather in Turkey by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Turkey. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
