Climate of Ankara, Türkiye
Area-weighted average across Ankara. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Ankara, a subdivision of Türkiye, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from -0.9°C / 30.4°F in January to 21.4°C / 70.5°F in July, with rainfall from 10 mm / 0.4 in to 56 mm / 2.2 in depending on the season (433 mm / 17 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -0.9°C30.4°F | 52 mm2″ | Snowy |
| February | 1.1°C34°F | 42 mm1.7″ | Snowy |
| March | 5.1°C41.2°F | 42 mm1.7″ | — |
| April | 10.1°C50.2°F | 48 mm1.9″ | — |
| May | 14.4°C57.9°F | 55 mm2.2″ | — |
| June | 18.3°C64.9°F | 35 mm1.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 21.4°C70.5°F | 15 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| August | 21.1°C70°F | 10 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| September | 17.4°C63.3°F | 15 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
| October | 12°C53.6°F | 28 mm1.1″ | — |
| November | 6.1°C43°F | 35 mm1.4″ | — |
| December | 1.4°C34.5°F | 56 mm2.2″ | Snowy |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Ankara?
The best months to visit Ankara, Türkiye for sunny, dry weather are June, July, August, September. The warmest month is July at an area-wide average of 21.4°C / 70.5°F, and the driest is August with about 10 mm / 0.4 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Ankara?
Ankara, Türkiye has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from -0.9°C / 30.4°F in January to 21.4°C / 70.5°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 433 mm / 17 in, with the wettest month being December (56 mm / 2.2 in) and the driest August (10 mm / 0.4 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Ankara?
The hottest month in Ankara is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 21.4°C / 70.5°F.
What is the coldest month in Ankara?
The coldest month in Ankara is January, with an area-wide average temperature of -0.9°C / 30.4°F.
When does it rain most in Ankara?
The wettest month in Ankara is December, averaging about 56 mm / 2.2 in of rainfall. The driest is August with about 10 mm / 0.4 in.