May Weather in Antalya, Turkey - 2024

The city of Antalya is easily the best resort town in Turkey. Resting along the shores of the Mediterranean Sea, Antalya has been a hot spot for tourists for the longest time. The spectacular beaches, rich history, and an attractive lifestyle leave the visitors in a state of awe. The city is full of adventures and regarded as the pearl of the Mediterranean. Antalya is the fourth most visited city in the world and its sheer, mystical beauty is just one of the reasons why it's so dearly loved by the visitors. If you're planning a visit to Antalya, you're definitely in for a treat.

Weather May 2024 in Antalya Turkey:

Generally, May in Antalya will be really nice, with an average temperature of around 82°F / 28°C. As there is not a lot of humidity, it will feel comfortable. You can expect around 10 rainy days, with on average 1.1 inches / 27 mm of rain during the month of May.
Very comfortable (not humid) with nice temperatures
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May weather in Antalya Turkey

To get a good overview of the type of weather you can expect in May in Antalya, we will look at the day and night temperature, minimum and maximum water temperature, and if May is comfortable or humid

Generally, May in Antalya will be really nice. Historical data shows that you can expect an average temperature of around 82°F / 28°C. As there is not a lot of humidity, it will feel comfortable. During the night, it will cool down to around 60°F / 16°C.

Antalya has rainy days in May. You can expect around 10 rainy days, with on average 1.1 inches / 27 mm of rain during the whole month.

Average temperature
Average Sea temperature
Wintersun Comfort grade and huricane risk

The forecast for May 2024 is based on historical data and are averages. They will give a good indication what you can expect, but the daily temperature and rain will fluctuate during the month.

May weather in Antalya Turkey in more detail

To get a better feeling for the type of weather, you can expect in May in Antalya, we will look at the temperature, rain, wind, humidity, water temperature, and sun and clouds

- What will the temperature be in Antalya in May

Generally, you can expect in May an average temperature of 82°F / 28°C during the day and an average of 60°F / 16°C during the night. In May, during the warmest part of the afternoon, the temperature can often get as high as 93°F / 34°C, and at the end of the night, it can get as low as 50°F / 10°C.

When looking at the whole year, January is the coldest month, with an average temperature of around 57°F / 14°C. July and August are the hottest months, with an average temperature of around 98°F / 37°C. When comparing May with the temperature in the month before and after, this is higher than April, which sees an average maximum temperature of around 71°F / 22°C. And less than June, which sees an average maximum temperature of around 93°F / 34°C.

Day and night temperature variation for Antalya during the year.
Day and night temperature variation for Antalya during the year.

But average temperatures only tell half of the story. It is also good to check the maximum and minimum temperatures. When looking at the whole year, July is the hottest month, with a temperature of around 107°F / 42°C. January is the coldest month, with a temperature of around 66°F / 19°C. When comparing May with the temperature in the month before and after, this is slightly higher than April, which sees an average maximum temperature of around 86°F / 30°C. And slightly less than June, which sees an average maximum temperature of around 102°F / 39°C.

In the following graph, you can see how many cold and hot days you can expect in Antalya each month:

Day and night temperature variation for Antalya during the year.
Day and night temperature variation for Antalya during the year.

- Can you expect rain in May in Antalya?

Generally, you can expect about 10 rain days in May, with on average 1.1 inches / 27 mm of rain.

When looking at the whole year, August is the dryest month, with an average rainfall of around 0.1 inches / 3 mmmm. December is the wettest month, with an average rainfall of around 5.1 inches / 130 mmmm. When comparing May with the month before and after, this is a lot less than April, which sees around 1.8 inches / 45 mm of rain. And a lot more than June, which sees around 0.5 inches / 12 mm of rain

Rain days for Antalya during the year.
Rain days for Antalya during the year.

If we look at the number of days with rain, August is the month with the least amount of rain days with around 2 days. December is the month with the most rain days with around 13 days. When comparing May with the month before and after, this is almost equal to April, which sees an average of between 10 and 11 days of rain. And slightly more than June, which sees around 7 days of rain

- What will the water temperature be in Antalya for May

You can expect in May, the water temperature for Antalya to be between 73°F / 23°C and 66°F / 19°C.

To compare the water temperature we will use the maximum water temperature. You can expect this temperature on a more sunny day, close to the shore, when the wind does not mix the relatively warmer and colder water.

July has the highest water temperature, with around 86°F / 30°C. February has the lowest water temperature, with an average of between 62°F / 17°C and 64°F / 18°C. When comparing the water temperature from May with the month before and after, May has a water temperature slightly higher than April, with a water temperature of an average of between 66°F / 19°C and 68°F / 20°C. And slightly less than the water temperature from June, that is an average of between 80°F / 27°C and 82°F / 28°C.

Water temperature for Antalya during the year.
Water temperature for Antalya during the year.

- Can you expect in May a lot of sunny days in Antalya

Generally, you can expect around 14 sunny days in May and around 14 partly sunny days. The remaining days will be cloudy.

When looking at the whole year, August is the month with the highest number of sunny days, with around 26 sunny days. February is the month with the lowest number of sunny days, with around 9 sunny days. When comparing May with the number of sunny days in the month before and after, it is slightly higher than April, with an average of between 10 and 11 sunny days. And slightly less than June, with around 18 sunny days

The number of sunny, partly sunny, and cloudy days for Antalya
The number of sunny, partly sunny, and cloudy days for Antalya

We have looked at the sunny days in Antalya. Let's also look at the cloudy or overcast days. December is the month with the highest number of cloudy days, with around 13 cloudy days. August is the month with the lowest number of cloudy days, with around 0 cloudy days. When comparing May with the number of cloudy days in the month before and after, it is slightly lower than April, with an average of between 7 and 8 cloudy days. And slightly more than June, with an average of between 0 and 1 cloudy days

- Will it be comfortable in May in Antalya?

Generally, May in Antalya will not be very humid, and will feel comfortable.

We use the humidity and temperature in Antalya to calculate the Wintersun Expert Comfort level for each month. The lower the Wintersun Expert Comfort level, the more comfortable it will be. Only for certain people, extremely dry air can feel slightly uncomfortable.

When looking at the whole year, January has the lowest humidity, with a Wintersun Expert comfort level of "comfortable" (very dry air). July has the highest humidity, with a Wintersun Expert comfort level of "comfortable" (not very humid). When comparing May with the month before and after, this is slightly more than April, which has a Wintersun Comfort level of "very comfortable" (low humidty). And slightly less than June, which has a Wintersun Comfort level of "comfortable" (not very humid)

Wintersun Expert Humidity / Comfort level for Antalya
Wintersun Expert Humidity / Comfort level for Antalya

What to do in Antalya Turkey in May

Antalya is a beautiful city with a perfect blend of old and new. Here is a list of some of the best places you can visit during winter:

  • Kaleici Old Town: Better known as the old quarters of Antalya. The area has an interesting collection of historic sites and also features the stunning Hadrian's Gate which dates back to 130 CE. The large collection of local shops and restaurants here makes it an important tourist spot today. You will fall in love with the Old Town's charisma.
  • Karaalioğlu Park: The Park is located near the Mediterranean Sea and has breathtaking views to offer. Perfect place to relax on a nice winter afternoon. You can stroll around the park or casually lounge on a bench to admire the lovely sunset views.
  • Konyaalti Beach: The spectacular beach located at the heart of the city is a great place to visit for a relaxing beach day. The site is well-maintained and offers many amenities to its visitors like nearby local shops and picnic spots, to mention a few.
  • Antalya Museum: The museum features an exceptional collection of artifacts and exhibitions which highlight the important events in Turkey's history. It is often referred to as one of the best museums in all of Turkey.  
  • Duden Falls: Located on the southeast of the town, this collection of waterfalls is a magnificent sight for visitors and also home to the local birds and wildlife. You can even book boat tours from Antalya Harbor to watch the falls up-close.

Is it humid in Antalya Turkey in May?

A lot of people ask interested in the humidity or relative humidity for Antalya Turkey in May. But the real question they want to ask is not about humidity but the amount of moisture in the air. Or better, about comfort. Will it be comfortable in May in Antalya, or will high humidity make it uncomfortable.

To answer this question, we have to look at the dew point. Relative humidity can change a lot in Antalya during the day and night, as it changes when the amount of moisture changes and, but also when the temperature changes. It is a lot less reliable for comfort. Where the dew point only varies with the amount of moisture in the air.

Looking at the dew point, we can see that for the month of May, you can expect that Antalya will not be very humid, and will feel comfortable.

January is the month with the most comfort. It will have very dry air, and can feel somewhat uncomfortable for some people. But will be fine for most.. July is the most uncomfortable month. It will be moderately humid, and can feel slightly uncomfortable for some. In the graph, you can see that there is a significant difference between the most comfortable and most uncomfortable months

Humidity level for Antalya
Humidity level for Antalya

Is May a good time to go to Antalya Turkey?

Trying to answer the question of whether May is a good time to go to Antalya is not as easy as it first seems. Some people like colder weather, and others prefer a warmer climate. Some are fine with some humidity, and others are not. If your location has air conditioning, the night temperature is less important.

These are some examples. I will try to answer the question with a more generic person in mind. The more detailed information in this article should be enough to check further if this applies to you as well.

If we look at the average temperature for Antalya in May, we can see that it will be fine for most people. In May, you can expect it to be really nice, with an average temperature of around 82°F / 28°C. As there is not a lot of humidity, it will feel comfortable. During the night, it will be around 60°F / 16°C.

As the number of overcast days is not high, you can enjoy the sun with around 14 sunny days and 14 partly sunny days.

The last aspect we will look at is rain. You can expect around 10 rainy days, with on average 1.1 inches / 27 mm of rain during May. More then 5 days rain per month makes the chance higher you will see some rain during a shorter stay. But a day with rain does not mean a day you can not enjoy.

We have looked at the average day temperature, the night temperature, humidity, the number of overcast days, and the rain. We think that May a good time to go to Antalya Turkey for most visitors.

Does it rain all day in Antalya Turkey in May?

In Antalya, it does not rain all day in May. You can expect around 10 rainy days, with on average 1.1 inches / 27 mm of rain during the month.

Another way of looking at the rain is the number of sunny days. For Antalya Turkey, there are, on average 14 sunny days and 14 partly sunny days in May. That clearly shows that it is not raining all the time.

Is May the rainiest month in Antalya Turkey?

May is not the month with the most rainy days, and not the month with the most rain.

To answer what the rainiest month is in Antalya, we will both look at the month with the most rain, and the month with the highest number of rainy days.

December is the month with the the highest number of rainiest days. On average, you can expect 13 days with rain. August is the month with the lowest number of rainy days, with aproximately 2 days.

December is the month with the most rain. This is not equal as the one with the most rainy days. On average, you can expect 5.1 inches / 130 mm of rain. August is the month with the least amount of rain. This is not the same month as the one with the lowest number of rainy days. You can expect approximately 0.1 inches / 3 mm of rain.

Is May the most sunniest month in Antalya Turkey?

May is not the month with the most sunny days, it is the month with the most partly sunny days, and it is not the month with the lowest number of overcast days.

To answer what the sunniest month is in Antalya, we will of course look at the month with the most sunniest days, but also look at the month with the biggest number of days that are sunny or partly sunny.

August is the month with the highest number of sunny days. On average, you can expect 14 sunny days, and 14 partly suny days. February is the month with the lowest number of sunny days.

August is the month with the highest number of sunny days and partly sunny days combined. While February and December are the months with the lowest number of sunny days and partly sunny days combined.

The last thing we will look at is the number of overcast days. August is the month with the lowest number of overcast days. While December is the month with the highest number of overcast days.

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