Alanya

What’s the weather like in Alanya in July?

Along with the golden sandy beaches, stunning scenery and friendly people, the Alanya weather in July is another reason to visit this popular resort in Turkey. Thanks to the marvellous Mediterranean climate, it’s the hottest time of the year in Alanya and there are bags of sunshine and clear blue skies to relax under. Perfect.

Geographical influences

Alanya is on the south west coast of Turkey, in the popular Antalya province along a stretch of the beautiful Turkish Riviera. The Taurus Mountains are behind the town and these help to block any colder winds that may blow across Turkey from the north. Because of these hills, Alanya has slightly warmer temperatures than some other Mediterranean towns in Turkey that are affected by the winds.

Averages

The weather in Alanya in July is exactly what you’d expect of this Turkish hotspot. You’ll love basking in the warm daytime temperatures, which can reach a high of 34°C. At night time this falls to a refreshing 20°C. The Mediterranean Sea is a couple of degrees cooler, at around 28°C, which makes it ideal for a quick dip or some fun water sports. If you’re exploring Alanya’s charming markets, streets and ancient sights in July, you can make the most of the resort’s amazing 14 hours of sunshine each day. Make sure you take care in the sun, though, as UV and humidity levels are high. Keep a bottle of water with you and use sunblock regularly. You’ll hardly see a drop of rain during July in Alanya, as the rainfall average is extremely low at just 4mm for the month.