December 16 is generally a great time to visit Cappadocia. While there is a slight chance of rain (19%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 8°C weather. Cappadocia is seeing high visitor numbers, so iconic spots may be busier than usual.
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Essential Travel Info for Cappadocia
Currency
TRY
₺ Turkish lira
Language
Turkish
Driving
Right side
Safety
Travel Precautions
GPI: 2.785
Cappadocia Weather Forecast for December 16
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 7.6°C. 19% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Cappadocia in December
Based on historical data for December 16, Cappadocia typically experiences temperatures between -1.5°C and 7.6°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (19% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Cappadocia
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
7.6°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
-1.5°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
5.6°C
❄️ Minor difference
Snow Chance
19%
Avg 0.9mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.2 cm
~19% chance
Pressure
N/A
Low volatility
Cappadocia Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
✓ This date historically delivers consistent weather 77% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
3.3°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😐 Best outdoor time:
Midday (11 AM - 3 PM) when warmest
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Turkey
Flight Traffic
Busy
60/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~6
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Cappadocia
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
07:53
☀️ Noon
12:37
🌇 Sunset
17:21
⏱️ Daylight
9h 28m
Wind Speed
10.8 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
6.6 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
74%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Cappadocia
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Stable conditions. Low risk of headaches.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Cappadocia on December 16 averages 7.6°C with a 19% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 52/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Cappadocia Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
December 9
9.1°C • 24% rain
Score
57
December 12
8.5°C • 17% rain
Score
57
December 10
8.8°C • 25% rain
Score
56
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Cappadocia Worth Visiting on December 16?
Planning a trip to Cappadocia on December 16? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 7.6°C with a 19% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 6 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 7 vaccinations are recommended for Turkey, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest December 16 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 15.1°C in 2023, while the coldest dropped to -5.4°C in 2016.