Best Time to Visit Bodrum
Your complete guide to Bodrum's seasons, weather patterns, and the ideal times for different types of travelers and activities.
✨ Quick Answer
The best time to visit Bodrum is during shoulder seasons: April-May and September-October. You'll enjoy perfect weather (20-28°C), warm seas, fewer crowds, and better prices than peak summer.
Bodrum by Season
Spring (April - May)
Temperature
18-25°C
Swimming
Possible (19-21°C)
Crowds
Low to Moderate
Prices
Medium
✓ Pros
- • Perfect weather for sightseeing
- • Wildflowers in bloom
- • Fewer tourists
- • Lower accommodation prices
- • Ideal for hiking and outdoor activities
✗ Cons
- • Sea still warming up
- • Some venues may not be fully open
- • Occasional rain showers
Best for: Cultural tourism, nature lovers, budget travelers
Summer (June - August)
Temperature
28-35°C
Swimming
Perfect (24-27°C)
Crowds
Very High
Prices
Highest
✓ Pros
- • Hot, sunny weather guaranteed
- • Perfect swimming conditions
- • All venues and activities open
- • Vibrant nightlife at peak
- • Long daylight hours
✗ Cons
- • Very crowded everywhere
- • Highest prices of the year
- • Can be uncomfortably hot midday
- • Difficult to find accommodation
Best for: Beach lovers, party-goers, families with school holidays
Autumn (September - October)
Temperature
20-28°C
Swimming
Excellent (22-25°C)
Crowds
Moderate
Prices
Medium to High
✓ Pros
- • Best overall weather
- • Sea at warmest temperatures
- • Fewer crowds than summer
- • Perfect for all activities
- • Beautiful sunsets
✗ Cons
- • September still busy
- • Prices remain relatively high
- • Occasional storms
Best for: Everyone - the ideal season for most visitors
Winter (November - March)
Temperature
10-18°C
Swimming
Too cold (16-18°C)
Crowds
Very Low
Prices
Lowest
✓ Pros
- • Peaceful and authentic
- • Lowest prices
- • Perfect for cultural exploration
- • Mild weather for walking
- • Local life experience
✗ Cons
- • Many venues closed
- • No swimming weather
- • Frequent rain
- • Limited boat trips
Best for: Budget travelers, cultural tourists, long-term stays
Month by Month Breakdown
| Month | Temperature | Rainy Days | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10-15°C | 12 days | Quiet, rainy, cultural exploration |
| February | 11-16°C | 10 days | Winter deals, almond blossoms |
| March | 13-18°C | 8 days | Spring arrives, good for hiking |
| April | 16-21°C | 6 days | Easter holidays, perfect weather |
| May | 20-25°C | 4 days | Ideal conditions, pre-summer prices |
| June | 24-30°C | 2 days | Summer begins, still manageable crowds |
| July | 27-33°C | 1 day | Peak summer, very hot and busy |
| August | 28-35°C | 1 day | Hottest month, maximum crowds |
| September | 24-30°C | 3 days | Still busy but cooling down |
| October | 20-26°C | 5 days | Perfect weather, fewer tourists |
| November | 16-21°C | 8 days | Off-season begins, good deals |
| December | 12-17°C | 11 days | Quiet, festive, local atmosphere |