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Rize, Rize Province Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Rize, Rize Province?
Rize, Rize Province gets 2249 mm of precipitation a year over about 163 rainy days. August is the warmest month (average high 28°C) and February the coldest (average low 3°C).
Humid subtropical climate
Rize, Rize Province has warm summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 11°C in February to 28°C in August. October is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and September, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | 4° | 11° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 9° | 16° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 19° | 26° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 13° | 21° |
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.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Rize got 525 mm of rain, against a normal of 2249 mm for those months. September 2026 had the most, with 309 mm.
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. Estimated sunshine is 35% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 34% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 27% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 35% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 43% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 40% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 40% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 36% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 39% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 44% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 37% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 43% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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 estimated sunshine of 44% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. March is the cloudiest, at 27%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 38% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. 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
These records cover RIZE during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
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 in the available station history brought 179 mm of precipitation, 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.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4° | 11° | 214 mm | 14 | 70% | 35% | 23° | -6° |
| February | 3° | 11° | 166 mm | 14 | 70% | 34% | 28° | -7° |
| March | 5° | 12° | 145 mm | 15 | 75% | 27% | 28° | -6° |
| April | 8° | 16° | 83 mm | 12 | 74% | 35% | 33° | 0° |
| May | 13° | 19° | 91 mm | 13 | 78% | 43% | 38° | 4° |
| June | 17° | 24° | 141 mm | 14 | 81% | 40% | 36° | 9° |
| July | 21° | 27° | 161 mm | 13 | 80% | 40% | 36° | 12° |
| August | 21° | 28° | 187 mm | 14 | 82% | 36% | 33° | 14° |
| September | 18° | 25° | 263 mm | 14 | 81% | 39% | 34° | 9° |
| October | 14° | 21° | 304 mm | 14 | 78% | 44% | 33° | 3° |
| November | 9° | 16° | 231 mm | 13 | 74% | 37% | 29° | 1° |
| December | 6° | 12° | 263 mm | 14 | 71% | 43% | 26° | -3° |
Station: RIZE, 1 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2026; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
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?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, 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 estimated sunshine of 44% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. 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.