The best times to visit Bodrum for ideal weather are

March 5th to June 3rd

or

October 1st 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 Bodrum Travel Info

Weather in Bodrum

Temperature

Average temperatures in Bodrum vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice most of the year, excluding some hot weeks in the summer, with a low chance of precipitation most of the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 54th 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 Bodrum, the hottest months are August, July, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early August where highs are regularly around 98.8°F (37.1°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 77.7°F (25.4°C) at night.

Bodrum Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Bodrum 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.

Bodrum Perceived Temperature (F)

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Bodrum Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Bodrum 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 60.5 54.2 47.1
Feb 61.1 55.1 48.3
Mar 65.8 59.4 51.4
Apr 72.2 65.2 55.8
May 80.9 72.8 63.1
Jun 90.3 81.8 71.5
Jul 96.8 87.6 76.1
Aug 97.1 88 76.9
Sep 89 80.5 70.4
Oct 79.4 71.4 62.8
Nov 71.2 64.3 56.6
Dec 63.4 57.2 50

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 15.8 12.3 8.4
Feb 16.2 12.8 9.1
Mar 18.8 15.2 10.8
Apr 22.3 18.4 13.2
May 27.2 22.7 17.3
Jun 32.4 27.7 21.9
Jul 36 30.9 24.5
Aug 36.2 31.1 24.9
Sep 31.7 26.9 21.3
Oct 26.3 21.9 17.1
Nov 21.8 17.9 13.7
Dec 17.4 14 10

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Bodrum 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 early to mid June. For example, on the week of June 11th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid December with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of December 10th.

When can you find snow in Bodrum? 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 Bodrum.

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Snow on the Ground

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

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Snow depth

Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 29% 0 5.7
Feb 28% 0 5.1
Mar 13% 0 2.1
Apr 13% 0 1.8
May 9% 0 1
Jun 1% 0 0.1
Jul 0% 0 0
Aug 0% 0 0
Sep 4% 0 1.5
Oct 11% 0 2.5
Nov 15% 0 3.5
Dec 32% 0 6.9

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 29 0 14.5
Feb 28 0 13
Mar 13 0 5.3
Apr 13 0 4.6
May 9 0 2.5
Jun 1 0 0.3
Jul 0 0 0
Aug 0 0 0
Sep 4 0 3.8
Oct 11 0 6.4
Nov 15 0 8.9
Dec 32 0 17.5

 

Humidity and Wind

Bodrum has some comfortably humid months, and slightly dry months in the opposite season. The least humid month is July (33.3% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (58.5%).

Wind in Bodrum is usually calm. The windiest month is March, followed by July and February. March’s average wind speed of around 5.6 knots (6.5 MPH or 10.4 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 late January where average top sustained speeds reach 11.7 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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Avg. Relative Humidity

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 5.4 Light breeze 9.5 Gentle breeze
Feb 5.5 Light breeze 9.6 Gentle breeze
Mar 5.6 Light breeze 10.1 Gentle breeze
Apr 5.1 Light breeze 9 Gentle breeze
May 4.6 Light breeze 8.4 Gentle breeze
Jun 5.3 Light breeze 9.4 Gentle breeze
Jul 5.6 Light breeze 9.7 Gentle breeze
Aug 5.1 Light breeze 9.2 Gentle breeze
Sep 4.7 Light breeze 8.7 Gentle breeze
Oct 4.4 Light breeze 8.3 Gentle breeze
Nov 4.4 Light breeze 8.2 Gentle breeze
Dec 4.8 Light breeze 8.5 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 58.3%
Feb 57.9%
Mar 50.7%
Apr 46.8%
May 46.3%
Jun 38.4%
Jul 33.3%
Aug 35.5%
Sep 40.7%
Oct 49.2%
Nov 55%
Dec 58.5%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Bodrum?

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 Bodrum, Turkey is July, followed by June and May. 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 Bodrum in November. 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 34.8 in November means 34.8% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Bodrum Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 84.1°F (28.9°C) and 62.6°F (17°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 3 to 4 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second 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 hot weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the least precipitation with about 0 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Bodrum, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 92.4°F (33.6°C) and 68.6°F (20.3°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 1 to 5 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is somewhat cool this time of year in Bodrum to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 65°F (18.3°C) and 59.4°F (15.2°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 8 to 10 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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