May · Turkey
Best time to visit Antalya in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Antalya in May
Average temperature 22°C, 58 mm of rain, about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 59% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
8.8/10
Ranked #5 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 22°C
- Rainfall
- 58 mm
- Humidity
- 59%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 30
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Antalya scores 8.8/10 for beach and coastal travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 22°C, 58 mm of rain, and roughly 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Antalya's Kaleiçi harbour, Roman gates, and Turquoise Coast beaches make it a base as much as a resort.
May is one of the strongest months in Antalya (5th)
May averages 22°C (71°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.
Rainfall runs 58 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 14.2 hours of daylight.
A 8.8/10 puts this among the year's best months in Antalya (5th of 12); only June scores higher, at 10/10.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection, a packable rain layer.
Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Antalya in May?
- In May, Antalya averages 22°C, 58 mm of rain, and about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.8/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Antalya?
- May earns a 8.8/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Antalya in May?
- Expect about 58 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 59% and there are about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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