Best Time to Visit Ankara, Ankara, Türkiye
Ankara is at its sunniest and driest in June–September.
The best time to visit Ankara for sunny, dry weather is June–September — 4 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through February and June–November; the wetter half falls in March–May and December–January. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from -0.5°C / 31.1°F in January to 22.7°C / 72.9°F in July, with rainfall from 10 mm / 0.4 in (August) to 52 mm / 2 in (May). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Ankara, Ankara, Türkiye's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Ankara's climate is broadly seasonal. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| June | 19.3°C66.7°F | 34 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 22.7°C72.9°F | 14 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Warm |
| August | 22.2°C72°F | 10 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Warm |
| September | 18°C64.4°F | 14 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Ankara?
The best time to visit Ankara for sunny, dry weather is June, July, August, September. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 22.7°C / 72.9°F, and the driest is August with about 10 mm / 0.4 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Ankara's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Ankara?
The rainy season at Ankara, Ankara runs through March–May and December–January, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 34 mm / 1.3 in. The wettest single month is May (52 mm / 2 in).
What is the driest month in Ankara?
The driest month in Ankara is August, averaging about 10 mm / 0.4 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 22.2°C / 72°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Ankara?
The least comfortable months for travel to Ankara — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, April, May, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 52 mm / 2 in in May, and the coldest month averages -0.5°C / 31.1°F.
Is Ankara climate different from Türkiye overall?
Yes, usually. Our Ankara figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Türkiye figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Ankara specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.