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Izmir Weather Forecast

Plan your trip to Izmir, Turkey with confidence. Based on 30 years of NASA satellite data, expect average temperatures of 23°C (high) to 13°C (low), with 383mm annual rainfall. The Coastal Waters averages 20°C for swimming. The best months to visit are March, April, May for optimal weather conditions. Explore daily forecasts for all 365 days.

Avg High
23°C

Peak in August

Avg Low
13°C

Coolest in January

Annual Rainfall
383mm

Heavy in December

Daily Sunshine
8hrs

Peak in dry season

Sea Temperature

Coastal Waters(Ocean)

19.9°C

Annual Average

Water Feel
🏊Pleasant

Comfortable for most swimmers

Swim Rating
👍Good for swimming

Based on average sea surface temperature

Body of Water
Coastal Waters

Ocean

Izmir coastline

Izmir Monthly Weather Guide

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Currency

TRY

Turkish lira

Language

Turkish

Driving

Right side

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Safety

Travel Precautions

GPI: 2.785

Best Time to Visit Izmir

Location, climate overview & historical trends

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📍 38.4237° N, 27.1428° E

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Izmir is a prominent destination in Turkey.

Located at 38.42°N latitude,Izmir experiences a temperate climate with four distinct seasons.

Based on 30 years of data, August is the warmest month (avg. 36°C), while January is the coolest. December sees the most rain (27% chance), making August the driest month.

Historical Climate Trend

30-Year Analysis

+2.06°C

Total over 30 years

+0.69°C

Per decade

Linear regression analysis of historical maximum temperatures for Izmir, based on 1995-2024 satellite data from NASA POWER.

Best Time to Visit

NASA POWER Data (1991-2021)

March, April, May

Best months to visit

23°C

Avg High

Based on 30 years of NASA satellite data,Izmir receives approximately 383mm of rainfall annually. These months offer optimal temperatures and minimal rain probability for your visit.

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Climate Trends

EXCLUSIVE

1995-2040 Temperature Trend

+0.5°C
By 2040
Historical (NASA)Projected (CMIP6)
1995← Historical | Projected →2040

1995 Avg

22.3°

2024 Avg

24.3°

2040 Proj

24.8°

Historical Rate

+0.69°C

per decade (observed)

Projected Rate

+0.32°C

per decade (CMIP6)

🌡️ Izmir has warmed by +2.1°C since 1995. By 2040, an additional +0.5°C is projected (based on CMIP6 rate of 0.323°C/decade), for a total of +2.6°C from 1995 baseline.

NASA POWER (1995-2024) + CMIP6 (CMCC_CM2_VHR4, EC_Earth3P_HR, FGOALS_f3_H, HiRAM_SIT_HR, MRI_AGCM3_2_S, NICAM16_8S)

Travel Intelligence

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Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Moderate
43/ 100
Traffic Index

Balanced traffic

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0

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Peak

Jun

Low

Jul

Monthly Traffic Distribution

94
Jan
95
Feb
92
Mar
105
Apr
117
May
127
Jun
84
Jul
102
Aug
102
Sep
102
Oct
102
Nov
102
Dec
Traffic Level
Low Season

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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Izmir Climate Data by Month

Historical temperature and precipitation averages

MonthAvg High C)Rain Probability (%)Status
January12°C27%Neutral
February14°C25%Neutral
March17°C20%😊 Pleasant
April21°C18%✨ Perfect
May26°C13%✨ Perfect
June32°C6%🔥 Hot
July36°C1%🔥 Hot
August36°C1%🔥 Hot
September30°C5%😊 Pleasant
October24°C11%✨ Perfect
November19°C22%😊 Pleasant
December14°C27%Neutral

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Izmir Weather FAQ

When is the best time to visit Izmir?

Honestly, look for months with mild temperatures (20°C-25°C) and low rain chance. Based on historical data, March, April, May are usually great choices.

When is the hottest month in Izmir?

August is historically the hottest month in Izmir with average highs of 36°C.

When does it rain the most in Izmir?

December typically sees the highest probability of rain (27%).

Is Izmir expensive?

Prices vary by season. The "Perfect" weather months usually coincide with peak tourist season and higher prices, while the rainy or cold months offer better deals.