Dalaman Weather

Many fans of Turkey would claim the weather in Dalaman is the best weather in Turkey. You can enjoy relaxing beach holidays in Dalaman resorts in April and still soak up warm sunshine as late as October. Most UK visitors arrive in the main summer season, when average temperatures in the Dalaman region are in the low-to-mid 30s. Average sunshine hours in Dalaman can match the sunniest resorts of Malta and Cyprus. Resorts like Marmaris and Icmeler see an amazing 12 hours a day of hot holiday sunshine in the peak summer holiday season. The Dalaman climate is so reliable that few visitors even bother with the Dalaman weather forecast in summer. In Dalaman, from June to September, you can expect day after day of clear blue skies and temperatures around 30º. Balmy summer evenings are made for romantic dining in waterfront restaurants. Sailing and diving enthusiasts will find warm sea temperatures in Dalaman as late as October.

Many Turkey veterans will suggest spring as the best time to go to the Dalaman. Temperatures in the mid 20’s allow visitors to comfortably mix beach relaxation with some adventure and sightseeing in Turkey. Average temperatures in the Dalaman region are in the 20’s by April. The Dalyan Delta is especially attractive to birdwatchers at this time of year. The weather in Dalaman in May offers perfect conditions for walking and hiking. Easter holidays in Dalaman usually see more sunshine than resorts in Portugal or Spain. Glorious beaches like Olu Deniz often see 6 or 7 hours of sunshine a day in spring and autumn.

So when is the best time to go to Dalaman? That largely depends on what you hope to achieve on your Turkey holiday. Most UK visitors are absolutely delighted with the hottest Dalaman temperatures but if you hope to combine beaches with ancient sites and coast paths you may prefer spring or autumn. Early and late season also see amazingly cheap holidays in Dalaman hotels and self-catering holiday apartments. Visitors in winter will find changeable weather but even winter sees an average 4 or 5 hours of sunshine a day in resorts like Kalkan and Kas. The bulk of Dalaman rainfall occurs in January and February.