The best times to visit Antakya for ideal weather are

February 12th to June 3rd

or

October 8th to December 9th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Antakya Travel Info

Weather in Antakya

Temperature

Average temperatures in Antakya vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice most of the year, excluding some hot weeks in the summer, with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 50th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Antakya, the hottest months are August, July, and then September. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early August where highs are regularly around 91.4°F (33°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 81.4°F (27.4°C) at night.

Antakya Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Antakya Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Antakya Perceived Temperature (F)

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Antakya Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Antakya Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 60.4 54.3 48.6
Feb 62.4 56.8 50.3
Mar 67.8 61.3 54.2
Apr 72.8 66.2 59.5
May 78.8 73 67.2
Jun 84.9 79.6 73.9
Jul 88.9 84.3 79.3
Aug 90.8 86.3 81.1
Sep 88 82.5 76.2
Oct 82 75.2 67.9
Nov 72.7 66.4 59.2
Dec 64.1 57.9 52

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 15.8 12.4 9.2
Feb 16.9 13.8 10.2
Mar 19.9 16.3 12.3
Apr 22.7 19 15.3
May 26 22.8 19.6
Jun 29.4 26.4 23.3
Jul 31.6 29.1 26.3
Aug 32.7 30.2 27.3
Sep 31.1 28.1 24.6
Oct 27.8 24 19.9
Nov 22.6 19.1 15.1
Dec 17.8 14.4 11.1

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Antakya are July, August, and then June. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid July. For example, on the week of July 16th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late February and early March with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of February 26th.

When can you find snow in Antakya? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Antakya.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Antakya (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 24% 0 4
Feb 28% 0 4.6
Mar 20% 0 2.8
Apr 16% 0 2.5
May 15% 0 1.8
Jun 6% 0 1.5
Jul 2% 0 0.2
Aug 3% 0 0.7
Sep 16% 0 2.9
Oct 17% 0 2.7
Nov 16% 0 2.4
Dec 21% 0 3.8

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 24 0 10.2
Feb 28 0 11.7
Mar 20 0 7.1
Apr 16 0 6.4
May 15 0 4.6
Jun 6 0 3.8
Jul 2 0 0.5
Aug 3 0 1.8
Sep 16 0 7.4
Oct 17 0 6.9
Nov 16 0 6.1
Dec 21 0 9.7

 

Humidity and Wind

Antakya has some comfortably humid months, and slightly dry months in the opposite season. The least humid month is November (39.2% relative humidity), and the most humid month is July (58%).

Wind in Antakya is usually calm. The windiest month is July, followed by August and June. July’s average wind speed of around 5.9 knots (6.8 MPH or 11 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early to mid June where average top sustained speeds reach 11.6 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Antakya.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Max Sustained Wind
Average Daily Wind

Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 4.1 Light breeze 8.5 Gentle breeze
Feb 3.8 Barely noticeable 8.1 Gentle breeze
Mar 4.1 Light breeze 9.7 Gentle breeze
Apr 3.8 Barely noticeable 9.5 Gentle breeze
May 4.2 Light breeze 9.7 Gentle breeze
Jun 5.3 Light breeze 10.8 Gentle breeze
Jul 5.9 Light breeze 10.7 Gentle breeze
Aug 5.4 Light breeze 10.1 Gentle breeze
Sep 4.1 Light breeze 9.1 Gentle breeze
Oct 2.9 Barely noticeable 6.9 Light breeze
Nov 2.9 Barely noticeable 6.5 Gentle breeze
Dec 3.7 Barely noticeable 7.5 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 43.6%
Feb 45.7%
Mar 46.4%
Apr 52.4%
May 56.4%
Jun 55.8%
Jul 58%
Aug 56.8%
Sep 51.9%
Oct 44.6%
Nov 39.2%
Dec 40.9%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Antakya?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe, but with extra warnings in a few regions. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings and regional advisories for Türkiye; exercise a high degree of caution and avoid some areas. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 23, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Antakya, Turkey is March, followed by September and April. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Antakya in June. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 30 in June means 30% of the tourists vs. March.

 

 

Overall Antakya Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 82.2°F (27.9°C) and 64.6°F (18.1°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 5 to 6 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the least precipitation with 1 to 2 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the slowest season for tourism in Antakya, so lodging and other accommodations may cost less than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 89.9°F (32.2°C) and 68.7°F (20.4°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: approximately 5 days per month. Tourism is the second busiest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be slightly higher priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is somewhat cool this time of year in Antakya to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 66°F (18.9°C) and 58.6°F (14.8°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 7 to 8 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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