The weather in Turkey in September, the sea temperature in Antalya, the climate in Turkey in the autumn
In this article we would like to talk about the current weather patterns in Turkey as well as the weather in Antalya in September, the sea and the air temperature in Antalya in the autumn.
Those who are thinking of going to Antalya for a vacation in the autumn are wondering what the sea temperature is like in Antalya and what the climate is like, on the whole, at this time of the year.
Here, we tell you how the mellow season goes in Antalya, give you accurate weather forecast statistics from the Turkish Meteorological Office, and talk to the locals and tourists to find out whether they enjoy being in Antalya in the autumn.
Dear readers and friends, we regularly tell you about the weather in Turkey as well as in Antalya in different seasons.
The weather in Antalya in September
So, what do you have to be prepared for in Antalya in September?
First of all, it is the Mediterranean Sea which is still comfortably warm and nice after the summer months.
Gradually the air cools down from +35 up to +25 or lower at day time, and from +25 up to +19 at night.
If we try and analyze the weather forecast statistics of the Turkish Meteorological Office over 90 years, we can admit that the average daytime temperature in Antalya in September was 31.2⁰C, whereas the average temperature at night was 19.5⁰C. The average temperature in September was 25.2⁰C.
The highest daytime temperature in September was historically recorded at the rate of 42.5⁰C, when the lowest temperature once dropped up to 10.3⁰C at night.
The average amount of sunlight comes to 9.8 hours at day time, as you can see that is quite enough to go swimming and sunbathing on the beach.
The total amount of precipitation during the first autumn month comes to 16.6 mm on average, which is four times as much as it happens in August, when there is only 4.4 mm of precipitation within 31 days.
On the other hand, it is four times as little as it happens in October, when there is 67.9 mm of precipitation, which means 67 liters of water for 1 square meter.
Those who like statistics can go here and take a look at the September weather forecast temperatures in Antalya recorded by the Turkish Meteorological Office.
The water in the sea in September is comfortably warm and nice, the average sea temperature is 26.9⁰C, which is just the best for swimming.
That is why, we can hardly say that the number of tourists decreases in September except for families with children who have to go back to school.
But those who know and love the mellow season in Antalya – when the heat is gone but the sea still remains warm and nice – are hurrying to book hotels with discounts and come to Antalya on vacation!
It is necessary to mention that in the autumn you can buy summer stuff in the sale when the prices are reduced by 70%!
What the tourists think about their vacation in Antalya in September
Helena, was vacationing in a hotel in Kundu, Antalya:
– I came to Antalya with my friends at the beginning of September. Our plane landed early in the morning, and the hotel shuttle took us to the hotel. Once we checked in, we went to the beach right away.
The water close to the shore was incredibly warm, it was about +26, and it looked so tempting that we just stopped resisting and went swimming. As a result, we spent 2 hours swimming in the gently warm sea and playing in the waves. That was a blast!
The air temperature reached +30 at day time. And, the nights were so warm that we just could not stay in our hotel rooms.
We went out and enjoyed the night life. We walked around the town, went to Kaleici, wandered around there along narrow streets, sat down on the outdoor patios of the cafes – the entire atmosphere was unbelievable!
It is such a rare gift for us to take a stroll wearing summer frocks at night when the temperature is +25! In our home town we can do that two or three times throughout the whole summer.
Eugene, lives in Antalya:
– I would never believe that I can say such words but now autumn is my favorite season! In the past, autumn used to be associated with rains and dreadful days, mud and puddles. At present, autumn is a time of soft sun and morning swims!
I bought a bicycle, and now I try to go to the beach by bike at least three times a week. I usually ride a bike early in the morning, at 6 am, so that I can see the sunrise and swim in the sea! The sea in September is something special: the water is warm and clear and the temperature of the sea is almost the same as the temperature of the air, +25⁰C. If it is windy, I find it difficult to get out of the water because it is much warmer in the sea than inland and I wish I could stay there for the rest of the day!
By the way, did you know that in Turkish the Mediterranean Sea sounds Akdeniz, which means the White Sea?
And, in fact, in the morning when there is a slight transparent mist over the sea the color of the sky and sea unites and becomes so light blue that you start thinking that the water is really white!
In September Antalya is just a perfect place for hiking in the mountains or walking in nature.
There is no need for worrying that you can get a sunburn or heat stroke. In the mountains you can hardly feel that it is autumn like you do in November when the foliage is vibrant with colors: red, orange, yellow. But the walk through the autumn forest, when it is still sunny and warm without scorching heat, gives you a blast of energy and a sense of rebirth!
Those who come to Turkey in the autumn have to be ready for a real fruit feast. You can’t believe your eyes when you see a variety of ripe figs, grapes, bananas, pears, juicy watermelons, melons, nectarines, late season types of strawberries and all apples in season!
Also, in September you can buy ripe pumpkins, egg-plants, and various types of green and red peppers in the local farm markets. In fact, here you can collect a huge set of natural vitamins to any liking!
Those who come to Antalya on vacation or move to live here by acquiring property finally can relax and feel relieved – the heat season is over and 9 months of paradise ahead awaits them with comfortably warm and sunny weather!
More and more people are choosing Turkey for moving to permanent residence due to the warm climate, a chance of walking along the seafront or in the mountains, sailing out on cruise boats, sitting on the outdoor patios of the cafes!
And, it is September that opens up such a favored season!
