March 5 is generally a great time to visit Cappadocia. While there is a slight chance of rain (22%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 12°C weather. You'll find plenty of company in Cappadocia this month as tourism activity remains quite robust.
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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 March 5
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 11.7°C. 22% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Cappadocia in March
Based on historical data for March 5, Cappadocia typically experiences temperatures between -1°C and 11.7°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves along with other layers to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (22% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Cappadocia
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
- Layers (Onion System)
Average High
11.7°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
-1°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
10.7°C
🌤️ Minor difference
Snow Chance
22%
Avg 1.3mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.3 cm
~22% 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 94% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
07:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 18:00
Type I-II
🔴 25 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 38 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 63 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
5.6°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Turkey
Flight Traffic
Busy
60/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
2 vaccines • View Details →
Landing Slots
~6
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Cappadocia
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
07:09
☀️ Noon
12:53
🌇 Sunset
18:38
⏱️ Daylight
11h 29m
Wind Speed
15.5 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
8.8 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
66%
Slightly humid
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Travel Health & Safety in Cappadocia
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
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 March 5 averages 11.7°C with a 22% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 68/100."
— 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
February 28
10.6°C • 13% rain
Score
70
March 7
12.1°C • 22% rain
Score
70
March 11
12.1°C • 21% rain
Score
70
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Cappadocia Worth Visiting on March 5?
Planning a trip to Cappadocia on March 5? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 11.7°C with a 22% 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 March 5 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 17.5°C in 2023, while the coldest dropped to -5.1°C in 2022.