Rize, Rize Province Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Rize get?

Rize gets 2249 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 163 days with measurable rain.

October is the wettest month, with 304 mm. April is the driest, with 83 mm. March has the most rainy days, about 15.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 13 days, to November 2, 2023.

Rize weather by month

Rize weather in January

In January, Rize averages a high of 11°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 214 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 35% of daylight hours. The January record high is 23°C (2021) and the record low is -6°C (1980).

Rize weather in February

In February, Rize averages a high of 11°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 166 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. The February record high is 28°C (1973) and the record low is -7°C (1985).

Rize weather in March

In March, Rize averages a high of 12°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 145 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 27% of daylight hours. The March record high is 28°C (2025) and the record low is -6°C (1985).

Rize weather in April

In April, Rize averages a high of 16°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 83 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 35% of daylight hours. The April record high is 33°C (1979) and the record low is 0°C (1980).

Rize weather in May

In May, Rize averages a high of 19°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 91 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 43% of daylight hours. The May record high is 38°C (1980) and the record low is 4°C (1984). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Rize weather in June

In June, Rize averages a high of 24°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 141 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The June record high is 36°C (2016) and the record low is 9°C (1978). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Rize weather in July

In July, Rize averages a high of 27°C and a low of 21°C. It gets 161 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The July record high is 36°C (1981) and the record low is 12°C (1992).

Rize weather in August

In August, Rize averages a high of 28°C and a low of 21°C. It gets 187 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The August record high is 33°C (2023) and the record low is 14°C (1987).

Rize weather in September

In September, Rize averages a high of 25°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 263 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The September record high is 34°C (2016) and the record low is 9°C (1992). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Rize weather in October

In October, Rize averages a high of 21°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 304 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The October record high is 33°C (1973) and the record low is 3°C (1984).

Rize weather in November

In November, Rize averages a high of 16°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 231 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 37% of daylight hours. The November record high is 29°C (1990) and the record low is 1°C (1988).

Rize weather in December

In December, Rize averages a high of 12°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 263 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 43% of daylight hours. The December record high is 26°C (1981) and the record low is -3°C (1994).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Rize

October is the sunniest month in Rize, with sunshine about 44% of daylight hours. March is the cloudiest, at 27%. Over the year the sun shines about 38% of daylight hours. Rize is cloudier than 96% of Turkey.

Humidity peaks in August at 82% and is lowest in January at 70%.

Rize has about 1 days a year above 32°C. Rize is cooler than 99% of Turkey.

First and last freeze in Rize

The first fall freeze in Rize typically comes around December 16, and the last spring freeze around March 2. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 289 days.

Rize weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Rize station is 38°C, on May 21, 1980. The coldest is -7°C, on February 22, 1985.

The wettest day on record brought 179 mm of rain, on October 14, 1996.

30 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.2°C per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Rize

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

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 11°C and lows near 4°C.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 16°C and lows near 9°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 26°C and lows near 20°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 21°C and lows near 13°C.

Rize climate questions

How much rain does Rize get?

Rize gets 2249 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 163 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Rize?

October is the wettest month in Rize, with 304 mm. April is the driest, with 83 mm.

How many rainy days does Rize have a year?

Rize has about 163 days with measurable rain in an average year. March has the most, about 15.

What is the hottest month in Rize?

August is the warmest month in Rize, with an average high of 28°C.

What is the coldest month in Rize?

February is the coldest month in Rize, with an average low of 3°C.

What is the record high temperature in Rize?

The record high at the Rize station is 38°C, set on May 21, 1980. The record low is -7°C, on February 22, 1985.

What is the sunniest month in Rize?

October is the sunniest month in Rize, with sunshine about 44% of daylight hours. March is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Rize?

The first fall freeze in Rize typically comes around December 16. The last spring freeze is around March 2.

What is the best time to visit Rize?

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