Best time to visit Izmir
Re-score for me — drag the dial — every chart on the page recolours live for your heat limit 27°C
Default 27 °C is the upper edge of the Holiday Climate Index "ideal comfort" band (Scott, Rutty, Amelung & Tang, 2016). Above this, most warm-tourism travellers report measurable discomfort.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
How is this scored? HCI / Steadman / CCI gate — full methodology and citations below.
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Tours in Izmir
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PRIVATE Ephesus and House of Virgin Mary Tour (Skip-The-Line) - 2
Ephesus Biblical Tour House of the Virgin Mary and Ancient City - 3
Private Tour from Izmir to Ephesus, Artemission, Virgin Mary House incl. Lunch - 4
Private Ephesus and Virgin Mary’s House tour - 5
Ephesus Tour From Izmir - 6
Pamukkale Tour from Izmir - 7
Ephesus Tour with Virgin Mary From Izmir All Inclusive - 8
Private Daily Trip : Make the most of your time in Ephesus
Last refreshed 2026-06-06.
Similar climatesPamukkale94% · Granada93% · Lecce91%
Other destinations with the most-alike year-round climate to Izmir (apparent temperature, rain hours, sunshine — matched within the same trip-profile). The ±N chip compares each match's typical score for the current month against Izmir's. Based on the 2020-2024 climatology, not this year's actual weather.
Month-by-month
| Month | Temp °C | Feels °C | Rain days | Rain h | Rain h/day | Humidity | Wind km/h | Sun h | UV | Interest | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 6–13 | 10 | 9 | 99 | 11.0 | 64% | 18 | 171 | 2 | Quiet | 6 |
| Feb | 7–15 | 12 | 7 | 85 | 12.1 | 60% | 18 | 186 | 3 | Quiet | 7 |
| Mar | 7–16 | 14 | 8 | 97 | 12.1 | 56% | 17 | 221 | 4 | Quiet | 8 |
| Apr | 12–21 | 20 | 7 | 68 | 9.7 | 51% | 19 | 245 | 5 | Quiet | 9 |
| May | 16–26 | 25 | 6 | 64 | 10.7 | 44% | 17 | 294 | 7 | Quiet | 9 |
| Jun | 21–32 | 32 | 4 | 46 | 11.5 | 40% | 19 | 305 | 9 | Quiet | 6 |
| Jul | 24–37 | 36 | 0 | 4 | — | 29% | 21 | 323 | 9 | Moderate | 3 |
| Aug | 24–36 | 36 | 1 | 8 | 8.0 | 34% | 19 | 301 | 8 | Peak | 3 |
| Sep | 21–31 | 31 | 2 | 20 | 10.0 | 38% | 18 | 265 | 6 | Moderate | 7 |
| Oct | 16–26 | 25 | 3 | 23 | 7.7 | 45% | 15 | 231 | 4 | Quiet | 10 |
| Nov | 11–19 | 18 | 9 | 86 | 9.6 | 57% | 16 | 187 | 2 | Busy | 8 |
| Dec | 9–15 | 14 | 10 | 127 | 12.7 | 69% | 16 | 168 | 2 | Moderate | 7 |
UV Index in Izmir by Month
UV index in Izmir peaks at 9 (very high) in July, dropping to 2 (low) in January. June, July, August reach very high or extreme levels — apply SPF 50+, wear a hat and protective clothing, and limit direct sun between 11:00 and 17:00.
Best months in detail
October
10/1016–26°C · 3 rain days (23h) · 231 sun hours · 45% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 4 (moderate)
April
9/1012–21°C (feels 20°C) · 7 rain days (68h) · 245 sun hours · 51% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 5 (moderate) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 7 (high)
May
9/1016–26°C (feels 25°C) · 6 rain days (64h) · 294 sun hours · 44% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 7 (high) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 8 (very high)
Every month
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January
6/106–13°C (feels 10°C) · 9 rain days (99h) · 171 sun hours · 64% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 2 (low)
February
7/107–15°C (feels 12°C) · 7 rain days (85h) · 186 sun hours · 60% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 3 (low) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 4 (moderate)
March
8/107–16°C (feels 14°C) · 8 rain days (97h) · 221 sun hours · 56% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 4 (moderate)
June
6/1021–32°C · 4 rain days (46h) · 305 sun hours · 40% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 9 (very high)
July
3/1024–37°C · 0 rain days (4h) · 323 sun hours · 29% humidity · Moderate crowd · UV 9 (very high)
August
3/1024–36°C · 1 rain days (8h) · 301 sun hours · 34% humidity · Peak crowd · UV 8 (very high)
September
7/1021–31°C · 2 rain days (20h) · 265 sun hours · 38% humidity · Moderate crowd · UV 6 (high)
November
8/1011–19°C (feels 18°C) · 9 rain days (86h) · 187 sun hours · 57% humidity · Busy crowd · UV 2 (low) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 3 (moderate)
December
7/109–15°C (feels 14°C) · 10 rain days (127h) · 168 sun hours · 69% humidity · Moderate crowd · UV 2 (low)
Frequently asked questions about visiting Izmir
When is the best time to visit Izmir?
October is the highest-scoring month (10/10 on the Holiday Climate Index). Typical conditions: 16–26°C (3 rainy days). The top three months by score are October, April, May.
What is the worst time to visit Izmir?
August is the lowest-scoring month (3/10, capped by extreme heat). Typical conditions: 24–36°C (1 rainy day).
Is Izmir too hot in summer?
4 months (June, July, August, September) trip the heat deal-breaker in our scoring: apparent temperature crosses the comfort cap, so even with clear skies and low rain the score is held down. Plan around it if heat tolerance is low.
When are crowds lowest in Izmir?
Search-interest seasonality (Google Trends 2021-2025) is lowest in January and peaks in August. Interest tracks both in-trip visitors and lead-time planners, so treat it as a "destination is on people's minds" signal rather than literal arrivals.
Which months in Izmir have good weather but fewer tourists?
October (climate 10/10, crowd index 32) and April (climate 9/10, crowd index 21) — shoulder months with above-average climate and below-median search-interest. Often the best value-for-weather trade.
What is the UV index in Izmir by month?
UV peaks at 9 (very high) in July and is lowest in January at 2 (low). Monthly peak values: Jan 2, Feb 3, Mar 4, Apr 5, May 7, Jun 9, Jul 9, Aug 8, Sep 6, Oct 4, Nov 2, Dec 2. June, July, August reach very high or extreme levels — apply SPF 50+, wear a hat and protective clothing, and limit direct sun between 11:00 and 17:00.
What is the UV index in Izmir in July?
July is the peak UV month in Izmir, with a daily-peak UV index of 9 (very high). At this level, sunburn can occur in under 20 minutes on unprotected fair skin. Apply SPF 50+, wear protective clothing and a hat, and avoid direct midday sun (11:00–17:00).
How high can UV get in Izmir on the sunniest days?
Most days look like the monthly average, but on the sunniest ~1 in 10 days UV climbs higher than the mean suggests. May is the worst case: typical days average UV 7 (high), but the top 10% of days reach UV 8 (very high) — and even higher. Months where the sunniest days routinely exceed the typical reading: February, April, May, November. Plan sun protection for the worst case, not the average.
Is air quality in Izmir bad for travelers?
PM2.5 (fine-particle pollution) exceeds the WHO sensitive-group guideline (15 µg/m³) in 12 months: January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December. The worst month is December with a typical-day mean of 24 µg/m³ (unhealthy for sensitive); on the worst 10% of days PM2.5 reaches 37 µg/m³ (hazardous) and higher. People with asthma, heart conditions, or sensitive children may want to avoid these months or limit outdoor activity. Source: CAMS via Open-Meteo.