The best times to visit Hopa for ideal weather are

April 23rd to July 15th

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

 

 


Other Hopa Travel Info

Weather in Hopa

Temperature

Average temperatures in Hopa 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 29th 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 Hopa, 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 84.1°F (28.9°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 71.2°F (21.8°C) at night.

Hopa Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Hopa 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.

Hopa Perceived Temperature (F)

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Hopa Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Hopa 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 53 47.3 40.3
Feb 53.9 47.5 39.5
Mar 57.3 50.2 41.6
Apr 61.2 54.9 46.6
May 70.3 64.1 55.5
Jun 77.9 72.7 63.7
Jul 81.5 77 68.5
Aug 83.3 78.1 70.3
Sep 77.4 72.2 64
Oct 70.4 64.3 56.2
Nov 62.6 56.2 48.1
Dec 56.7 51.2 43.2

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 11.7 8.5 4.6
Feb 12.2 8.6 4.2
Mar 14.1 10.1 5.3
Apr 16.2 12.7 8.1
May 21.3 17.8 13.1
Jun 25.5 22.6 17.6
Jul 27.5 25 20.3
Aug 28.5 25.6 21.3
Sep 25.2 22.3 17.8
Oct 21.3 17.9 13.4
Nov 17 13.4 8.9
Dec 13.7 10.7 6.2

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Hopa are May, July, and then August. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid May. For example, on the week of May 14th there is 1 day of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid February with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of February 12th.

When can you find snow in Hopa? Weather stations report a good amount of seasonal snow likely to be deepest around December, especially close to late December. The best time to ski (if at all) in Hopa is often around around December 24th 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 Hopa.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Hopa (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 38% 2.9 7.4
Feb 37% 2.3 6
Mar 41% 1.7 6.6
Apr 36% 0 4.4
May 22% 0 2.9
Jun 30% 0 7
Jul 27% 0 6.5
Aug 29% 0 8.2
Sep 36% 0 13.3
Oct 33% 0 10.9
Nov 35% 0 10.8
Dec 31% 7.8 9.6

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 38 7.4 18.8
Feb 37 5.8 15.2
Mar 41 4.3 16.8
Apr 36 0 11.2
May 22 0 7.4
Jun 30 0 17.8
Jul 27 0 16.5
Aug 29 0 20.8
Sep 36 0 33.8
Oct 33 0 27.7
Nov 35 0 27.4
Dec 31 19.8 24.4

 

Humidity and Wind

Hopa has some slightly muggy months, with moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is December (49.3% relative humidity), and the most humid month is May (68.2%).

Wind in Hopa is usually calm. The windiest month is January, followed by December and November. January’s average wind speed of around 6.5 knots (7.5 MPH or 12.1 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 13.8 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 6.5 Light breeze 11.3 Significant breeze
Feb 4.9 Light breeze 9.7 Gentle breeze
Mar 4.3 Light breeze 9 Significant breeze
Apr 3.2 Barely noticeable 6.8 Light breeze
May 2.9 Barely noticeable 6 Significant breeze
Jun 3 Barely noticeable 5.4 Light breeze
Jul 3 Barely noticeable 5.1 Significant breeze
Aug 3.1 Barely noticeable 5.8 Light breeze
Sep 3.3 Barely noticeable 6.2 Significant breeze
Oct 3.5 Barely noticeable 7.2 Gentle breeze
Nov 5 Light breeze 10 Significant breeze
Dec 6.4 Light breeze 11.4 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 50.1%
Feb 56%
Mar 59.8%
Apr 65.4%
May 68.2%
Jun 66.4%
Jul 65.1%
Aug 66.2%
Sep 66.1%
Oct 66.9%
Nov 57.3%
Dec 49.3%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Hopa?

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 Hopa, 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 Hopa 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 47.5 in November means 47.5% of the tourists vs. June.

 

 

Overall Hopa Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 75.6°F (24.2°C) and 53.7°F (12.1°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is very common with 7 to 13 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 8 to 9 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Hopa, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 80.4°F (26.9°C) and 59.6°F (15.3°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a good amount: 10 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 Hopa to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 59.5°F (15.3°C) and 50.4°F (10.2°C). On average, it rains or snows a great amount: 10 to 12 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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