Balıkesir, Balıkesir Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Balıkesir, Balıkesir gets 531 mm of precipitation a year over about 80 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 32°C) and January the coldest (average low -1°C).

Balıkesir climate at a glance

Mediterranean climate

Balıkesir, Balıkesir has hot summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 9°C in January to 32°C in July. January is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and October, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.

How much rain does Balıkesir get?

Balıkesir gets 531 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 80 days with measurable rain.

January is the wettest month, with 74 mm. August is the driest, with 4 mm. January has the most rainy days, about 11.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 15 days, to June 28, 2022.

Balıkesir weather by month

Balıkesir weather in January

In January, Balıkesir averages a high of 9°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 74 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The January record high is 23°C (2010) and the record low is -18°C (2016).

Balıkesir weather in February

In February, Balıkesir averages a high of 11°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 65 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 43% of daylight hours. The February record high is 30°C (1979) and the record low is -19°C (1991).

Balıkesir weather in March

In March, Balıkesir averages a high of 14°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 59 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The March record high is 31°C (2001) and the record low is -12°C (1987).

Balıkesir weather in April

In April, Balıkesir averages a high of 20°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 50 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 46% of daylight hours. The April record high is 33°C (2016) and the record low is -5°C (1997). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Balıkesir weather in May

In May, Balıkesir averages a high of 25°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 35 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 50% of daylight hours. The May record high is 37°C (2022) and the record low is -1°C (1995). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Balıkesir weather in June

In June, Balıkesir averages a high of 30°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 28 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 65% of daylight hours. The June record high is 42°C (2007) and the record low is 1°C (1978).

Balıkesir weather in July

In July, Balıkesir averages a high of 32°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 10 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 84% of daylight hours. The July record high is 43°C (2007) and the record low is 8°C (1985).

Balıkesir weather in August

In August, Balıkesir averages a high of 32°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 4 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 80% of daylight hours. The August record high is 43°C (1994) and the record low is 9°C (1989).

Balıkesir weather in September

In September, Balıkesir averages a high of 28°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 23 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 68% of daylight hours. The September record high is 41°C (2007) and the record low is 3°C (2022).

Balıkesir weather in October

In October, Balıkesir averages a high of 23°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 51 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 58% of daylight hours. The October record high is 37°C (1992) and the record low is -3°C (1991). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Balıkesir weather in November

In November, Balıkesir averages a high of 16°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 61 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The November record high is 29°C (2008) and the record low is -8°C (1995).

Balıkesir weather in December

In December, Balıkesir averages a high of 11°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 73 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 35% of daylight hours. The December record high is 26°C (2010) and the record low is -10°C (2002).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Balıkesir

July is the sunniest month in Balıkesir, with sunshine about 84% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest, at 35%. Over the year the sun shines about 54% of daylight hours. Balıkesir is cloudier than 67% of Turkey.

Humidity peaks in December at 78% and is lowest in July at 61%.

Balıkesir has about 32 days a year above 32°C. Balıkesir is hotter than 64% of Turkey.

First and last freeze in Balıkesir

The first fall freeze in Balıkesir typically comes around November 8, and the last spring freeze around April 8. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 214 days.

Balıkesir weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Balıkesir station is 43°C, on July 25, 2007. The coldest is -19°C, on February 15, 2004.

The wettest day on record brought 184 mm of rain, on June 1, 1994.

30 all-time records have been set at the station since 1973.

The best time to visit Balıkesir

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and October, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 10°C and lows near 0°C.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 20°C and lows near 5°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 31°C and lows near 16°C.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 22°C and lows near 9°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January74 mm1176%39%23°-18°
February65 mm1173%43%30°-19°
March59 mm1073%38%31°-12°
April50 mm867%46%33°-5°
May35 mm667%50%37°-1°
June28 mm464%65%42°
July10 mm161%84%43°
August3.6 mm162%80%43°
September23 mm363%68%41°
October51 mm668%58%37°-3°
November61 mm874%44%29°-8°
December73 mm1178%35%26°-10°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Balıkesir climate questions

How much rain does Balıkesir get?

Balıkesir gets 531 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 80 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Balıkesir?

January is the wettest month in Balıkesir, with 74 mm. August is the driest, with 4 mm.

How many rainy days does Balıkesir have a year?

Balıkesir has about 80 days with measurable rain in an average year. January has the most, about 11.

What is the hottest month in Balıkesir?

July is the warmest month in Balıkesir, with an average high of 32°C.

What is the coldest month in Balıkesir?

January is the coldest month in Balıkesir, with an average low of -1°C.

What is the record high temperature in Balıkesir?

The record high at the Balıkesir station is 43°C, set on July 25, 2007. The record low is -19°C, on February 15, 2004.

What is the sunniest month in Balıkesir?

July is the sunniest month in Balıkesir, with sunshine about 84% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Balıkesir?

The first fall freeze in Balıkesir typically comes around November 8. The last spring freeze is around April 8.

What is the best time to visit Balıkesir?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and October, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station BALIKESIR (5 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station BALIKESIR.