The best times to visit Giresun for ideal weather are
April 16th to July 15th
or
August 20th to November 25th
based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.
Giresun Travel Guide
Other Giresun Travel Info
Weather in Giresun
Temperature
Average temperatures in Giresun vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice most of the year, excluding some cold weeks in the winter, with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 37th 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 Giresun, the hottest months are August, July, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late July where highs are regularly around 82.9°F (28.3°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 72.3°F (22.4°C) at night.
Giresun Temperatures (Fahrenheit)
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Giresun 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.
Giresun Perceived Temperature (F)
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Giresun Perceived Temperature (C)
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Average Giresun 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) |
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Jan | 51.7 | 46.8 | 42.1 |
Feb | 51.6 | 46.7 | 41.6 |
Mar | 54 | 48.6 | 43.2 |
Apr | 58.9 | 53.3 | 47.9 |
May | 67.4 | 62.5 | 57.4 |
Jun | 76 | 71.4 | 65.6 |
Jul | 81.1 | 76.7 | 70.4 |
Aug | 81.6 | 77.2 | 71.3 |
Sep | 75.8 | 71.1 | 65.7 |
Oct | 67.5 | 63 | 58.3 |
Nov | 60.9 | 56.2 | 51.2 |
Dec | 55.4 | 50.9 | 46.2 |
Show Celsius
Month | Avg. High (°C) | Avg. Mean (°C) | Avg. Low (°C) |
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Jan | 10.9 | 8.2 | 5.6 |
Feb | 10.9 | 8.2 | 5.3 |
Mar | 12.2 | 9.2 | 6.2 |
Apr | 14.9 | 11.8 | 8.8 |
May | 19.7 | 16.9 | 14.1 |
Jun | 24.4 | 21.9 | 18.7 |
Jul | 27.3 | 24.8 | 21.3 |
Aug | 27.6 | 25.1 | 21.8 |
Sep | 24.3 | 21.7 | 18.7 |
Oct | 19.7 | 17.2 | 14.6 |
Nov | 16.1 | 13.4 | 10.7 |
Dec | 13 | 10.5 | 7.9 |
Precipitation (Rain or Snow)
If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Giresun are August, May, and then July. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early July. For example, on the week of July 2nd there is 1 day of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid March with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of March 12th.
When can you find snow in Giresun? Weather stations report large amounts of snow likely to be deepest around December, especially close to early to mid December. The best time to ski (if at all) in Giresun is often around around December 10th when fresh powder is deepest. 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 Giresun.
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Snow on the Ground
The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Giresun (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) |
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Jan | 31% | 4.8 | 5 |
Feb | 28% | 3.5 | 3.2 |
Mar | 32% | 2.4 | 4.2 |
Apr | 24% | 0 | 2.6 |
May | 19% | 0 | 2.5 |
Jun | 22% | 0 | 3.9 |
Jul | 20% | 0 | 5 |
Aug | 18% | 0 | 2.7 |
Sep | 30% | 0 | 6.2 |
Oct | 35% | 0 | 7.5 |
Nov | 33% | 0 | 6.9 |
Dec | 29% | 4.8 | 5 |
Show Centimeters
Month | Daily Chance of Rain | Average Snow Depth (cm) | Total Precipitation (cm) |
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Jan | 31 | 12.2 | 12.7 |
Feb | 28 | 8.9 | 8.1 |
Mar | 32 | 6.1 | 10.7 |
Apr | 24 | 0 | 6.6 |
May | 19 | 0 | 6.4 |
Jun | 22 | 0 | 9.9 |
Jul | 20 | 0 | 12.7 |
Aug | 18 | 0 | 6.9 |
Sep | 30 | 0 | 15.7 |
Oct | 35 | 0 | 19.1 |
Nov | 33 | 0 | 17.5 |
Dec | 29 | 12.2 | 12.7 |
Humidity and Wind
Giresun has some high humidity months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is January (50.7% relative humidity), and the most humid month is May (64.8%).
Wind in Giresun is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is March, followed by July and August. March’s average wind speed of around 2.7 knots (3.1 MPH or 4.9 KPH) is considered “light air.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early March where average top sustained speeds reach 7 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.
Relative Humidity (%)
The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Giresun.
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Wind
The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.
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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 | 2.3 | Barely noticeable | 5.8 | Light breeze |
Feb | 2.4 | Barely noticeable | 5.8 | Light breeze |
Mar | 2.7 | Barely noticeable | 6.7 | Light breeze |
Apr | 2.4 | Barely noticeable | 5.8 | Light breeze |
May | 2.1 | Barely noticeable | 5.2 | Light breeze |
Jun | 2.4 | Barely noticeable | 5.5 | Light breeze |
Jul | 2.6 | Barely noticeable | 5.2 | Light breeze |
Aug | 2.5 | Barely noticeable | 5.1 | Light breeze |
Sep | 2.3 | Barely noticeable | 5.4 | Light breeze |
Oct | 2 | Barely noticeable | 5.1 | Light breeze |
Nov | 2.1 | Barely noticeable | 5.4 | Light breeze |
Dec | 2.2 | Barely noticeable | 5.3 | Light breeze |
Show Relative Humidity by Month
Month | Avg. Relative Humidity |
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Jan | 50.7% |
Feb | 55.2% |
Mar | 57% |
Apr | 61.6% |
May | 64.8% |
Jun | 61.3% |
Jul | 58.8% |
Aug | 59% |
Sep | 61.2% |
Oct | 62.5% |
Nov | 53.8% |
Dec | 50.8% |
Is it Safe to Travel to Giresun?
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 Giresun, Turkey is June, followed by July 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 Giresun 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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Overall Giresun Travel Experience by Season
Spring (March through May)
Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 72.2°F (22.3°C) and 51.2°F (10.7°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 6 to 10 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 very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the least precipitation with 6 to 7 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Giresun, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.
Fall (September through November)
Fall daily highs range from 78.6°F (25.9°C) and 59.8°F (15.4°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a good amount: 9 to 11 days per month. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.
Winter (December through February)
Weather is too cold this time of year in Giresun to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 58.3°F (14.6°C) and 49.5°F (9.7°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 8 to 10 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.
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