December · Turkey
Best time to visit Ephesus in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Ephesus in December
Average temperature 11°C, 139 mm of rain, about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 85% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
4.4/10
Ranked #12 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 11°C
- Rainfall
- 139 mm
- Humidity
- 85%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 0
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
December in Ephesus scores 4.4/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around 11°C, 139 mm of rain, and roughly 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Ephesus unveils Roman marble streets-Library of Celsus, Great Theatre, and terrace houses near Turkey's Aegean coast. Best window: April-June and September-October.
December in Ephesus — off-season conditions
Expect 11°C (51°F) in December. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
139 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only almost no days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.
That is 4.4/10 on the same scale — 12th of 12 months, versus 10/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, May is materially better in Ephesus — 5.6 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Ephesus in December?
- In December, Ephesus averages 11°C, 139 mm of rain, and about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.4/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Ephesus?
- December earns a 4.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Ephesus in December?
- Expect about 139 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 85% and there are about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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