What is the weather like in Cappadocia in December?

Expect temperatures between -2°C and 8°C with 17% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Cappadocia in December?

Cappadocia in December scores 64/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Decent conditions for most activities.

Who should visit Cappadocia in December?

December in Cappadocia is ideal for: Cultural tourists, Business travelers, Heat-sensitive visitors.

Cappadocia Weather in December | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

8°C

Hottest around day 1

Avg Low

-2°C

Coolest around day 31

Rainy Days

1days

17% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Winter season

Essential Travel Info for Cappadocia

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Currency

TRY

₺ Turkish lira

Language

Turkish

Driving

Right side

Safety

Travel Precautions

GPI: 2.785

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Remote

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Key Connections

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Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

7 Recommendations

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Hepatitis A

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Türkiye (Turkey).Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, are immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Türkiye (Turkey). Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Türkiye (Turkey).

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

Rabies

Dogs infected with rabies are commonly found in Türkiye (Turkey).Rabies is also present in some terrestrial wildlife species.If rabies exposures occur while in Türkiye (Turkey), rabies vaccines may only be available in larger suburban/urban medical facilities.Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.For more information, seecountry rabies status assessments.

Typhoid

Recommended for most travelers, especially those staying with friends or relatives or visiting smaller cities or rural areas.

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Is December a Good Time to Visit Cappadocia?

👌Decent conditions for most activities(64/100)

Short Answer

Cappadocia's December averages 8°C - cold but manageable with proper attire. Lower tourism (60% of peak) means better prices and fewer queues.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Melioidosis, Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic fever

Shoulder season - balanced conditions

60% of peak - good value with moderate crowds

Good For

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Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather
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Heat-sensitive visitors
Manageable 8.1°C without oppressive humidity

Who Should Avoid

Suitable for most traveler types

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Cappadocia in December averages 8°C with 17% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Cappadocia in December

What are the temperatures in Cappadocia in December?

Daytime highs average 8°C, nights drop to -2°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Cappadocia in December?

Expect around 1 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Cappadocia in December?

Warm winter clothing: insulated jacket, boots, gloves.

Is December peak season in Cappadocia?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Cappadocia Weather in December

Cappadocia December Weather Calendar