When to go
The Best Time to Visit Cappadocia
Month-by-month climate data for Cappadocia, Türkiye — daily highs and lows, rain days, and an honest verdict for every month of the year.
April–June, September–November. Mild temps and clear skies for balloon flights. July–August hot, winter beautiful with snow + balloons.
Warmest in Cappadocia: Aug (31°C / 88°F) · Coolest: Jan (6°C / 43°F) · Wettest: Mar (~12 rain days)
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)
Cappadocia climate, month by month
January
6° / -4°C
~10 rain days
Fair
February
7° / -4°C
~6 rain days
Fair
March
11° / -1°C
~12 rain days
Fair
April
18° / 5°C
~7 rain days
Excellent
May
21° / 8°C
~11 rain days
Excellent
June
26° / 13°C
~6 rain days
Excellent
July
30° / 15°C
~1 rain days
Excellent
August
31° / 16°C
~2 rain days
Excellent
September
27° / 12°C
~2 rain days
Excellent
October
21° / 6°C
~3 rain days
Excellent
November
14° / 1°C
~5 rain days
Good
December
9° / -1°C
~7 rain days
Fair
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