Climate of Rize, Türkiye
Area-weighted average across Rize. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Rize, a subdivision of Türkiye, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from -1.8°C / 28.8°F in January to 17.7°C / 63.9°F in July, with rainfall from 70 mm / 2.8 in to 132 mm / 5.2 in depending on the season (1108 mm / 43.6 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 | -1.8°C28.8°F | 90 mm3.5″ | Snowy |
| February | -1.3°C29.7°F | 75 mm3″ | Snowy |
| March | 1.5°C34.7°F | 70 mm2.8″ | Snowy |
| April | 7°C44.6°F | 77 mm3″ | — |
| May | 11.2°C52.2°F | 90 mm3.5″ | — |
| June | 14.6°C58.3°F | 99 mm3.9″ | — |
| July | 17.7°C63.9°F | 70 mm2.8″ | — |
| August | 17.7°C63.9°F | 79 mm3.1″ | — |
| September | 14.7°C58.5°F | 102 mm4″ | — |
| October | 9.9°C49.8°F | 132 mm5.2″ | — |
| November | 4.6°C40.3°F | 114 mm4.5″ | — |
| December | 0.2°C32.4°F | 110 mm4.3″ | Snowy |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Rize?
Rize, Türkiye does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 17.7°C / 63.9°F, and the driest is March at 70 mm / 2.8 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Rize?
Rize, Türkiye has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from -1.8°C / 28.8°F in January to 17.7°C / 63.9°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 1108 mm / 43.6 in, with the wettest month being October (132 mm / 5.2 in) and the driest March (70 mm / 2.8 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Rize?
The hottest month in Rize is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 17.7°C / 63.9°F.
What is the coldest month in Rize?
The coldest month in Rize is January, with an area-wide average temperature of -1.8°C / 28.8°F.
When does it rain most in Rize?
The wettest month in Rize is October, averaging about 132 mm / 5.2 in of rainfall. The driest is March with about 70 mm / 2.8 in.