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Antalya in December: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Antalya in December will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Antalya, based on historical data.
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December

Weather in Antalya in December 2024

OK Weather
Mild
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Fresh water
If you plan to visit Antalya in December, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +61°F during the day and approximately 10 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 13 rainy days in the month and around 231 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • December is usually the wettest month of the year in Antalya;

Average weather

☀️
+61°F
Avg. max. temperature
+34°F
Min.
+75°F
Max.
231 mm
Total precipitation
68%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
10 ☀️
Sunny Days
3 ⛅️
Cloudy
13 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Antalya has OK weather in December.

Average temperature in Antalya in December

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Antalya for December based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +72°F during the day to a minimum of +46°F during the night, the temperature in December averages around +66°F.

The average maximum temperature goes down 7% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +68°F to +66°F.

Is Antalya warm or cold in December?

Antalya is typically mild in December.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +68°F to +61°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +55°F to +48°F.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

December is one of the coolest months in Antalya, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Antalya in December

Water in Antalya in December is Fresh. It varies from +62°F to +69°F, with an average of +66°F. Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +61°F.

In December, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:

The warmest water temperatures in Antalya are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +84°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +62°F.

Can you swim in Antalya in December?

Water temperature (+66°F) in Antalya in December might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
🦭
Cold
Below +61°F
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
61°F - 70°F
🏊
Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
🔥
Very warm
+82°C and up
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.

Climate in Antalya in December

Antalya weather looks like this, on average, in December and the surrounding months.
NovemberDecemberJanuary
Avg. temperature
+68°F+61°F+57°F
Min. temperature
+37°F+34°F+30°F
Max. temperature
+84°F+75°F+70°F
Rainfall
141 mm231 mm217 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+70°F+66°F+64°F
Humidity
63%68%66%
Air pressure
1016 HPa1016 HPa1016 HPa
Sunny days
141010
Cloudy days
332
Rainy days
101314
Snowy days
000

December typically has worse weather conditions compared to November. It’s getting colder in December. From +68°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +61°F. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 141 mm to 231 mm. Humidity rises from 63% to 68%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during December, staying around 2 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 14 sunny days in November to 10 in December.

January brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Antalya in December based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Antalya is gradually increasing during December, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during December in Antalya based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 42% chance of rain on an average day in December, with total rainfall of approximately 271 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 84 mm, which is considered heavy rain. December is a pretty wet month with over 13 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
December is one of the rainiest months in Antalya, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Antalya wettest month is December, where a typical day has a 42% chance of precipitation and 231 mm of rainfall per day. August, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 19% chance of precipitation and 13 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last December in Antalya?

This is the weather in Antalya in December 2023:
1 December
🌧️
+69°F
2 December
☁️
+68°F
3 December
☁️
+66°F
4 December
☁️
+71°F
5 December
☁️
+72°F
6 December
🌧️
+62°F
7 December
🌧️
+66°F
8 December
🌧️
+62°F
9 December
☁️
+61°F
10 December
☁️
+60°F
11 December
🌧️
+61°F
12 December
☁️
+66°F
13 December
☀️
+68°F
14 December
☁️
+65°F
15 December
🌧️
+64°F
16 December
🌧️
+66°F
17 December
☀️
+69°F
18 December
☀️
+66°F
19 December
☀️
+69°F
20 December
☁️
+65°F
21 December
🌧️
+62°F
22 December
☁️
+62°F
23 December
☀️
+67°F
24 December
☀️
+68°F
25 December
☀️
+65°F
26 December
☀️
+68°F
27 December
☀️
+71°F
28 December
☀️
+72°F
29 December
☀️
+68°F
30 December
☁️
+65°F
31 December
☁️
+67°F
In December 2023 Antalya had 11 sunny days, 12 cloudy days, and 8 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +66°F, with an absolute maximum of +72°F and a minimum of +61°F. The average humidity was 79%, with a maximum of 98% and a minimum of 40%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 11 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Antalya climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Antalya in December has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1992 (+72°F) and the highest in 2016 (+78°F). The driest year was 2008 with only 735 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2019 with 1974 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Antalya in December:

Is December a good time to visit Antalya?

It’s always a good time to visit Antalya, but the weather is changeable in December, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Antalya in December?

December has mild temperatures in Antalya. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Can you swim in Antalya in December?

In general, you can swim in Antalya in December, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +66°F. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.

Is Antalya rainy in December?

Antalya is often rainy in December. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Antalya in December?

The amount of sunny days in Antalya during December varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

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Monthly weather in Antalya

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Antalya, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.