May · Turkey
Best time to visit Alanya in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Alanya in May
Average temperature 21°C, 41 mm of rain, about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 68% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
8.7/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 21°C
- Rainfall
- 41 mm
- Humidity
- 68%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 30
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Alanya scores 8.7/10 for beach and coastal travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 21°C, 41 mm of rain, and roughly 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Alanya's Seljuk castle and beaches sit on a peninsula on Turkey's Turquoise Coast.
May in Alanya — one of the year's strongest windows (6th)
May averages 21°C (69°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.
Expect 41 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 14.1 daylight hours.
A 8.7/10 puts this among the year's best months in Alanya (6th of 12); only June scores higher, at 10/10.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection.
Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Alanya in May?
- In May, Alanya averages 21°C, 41 mm of rain, and about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.7/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Alanya?
- May earns a 8.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Alanya in May?
- Expect about 41 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 68% and there are about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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