Şanlıurfa, Şanlıurfa Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Şanlıurfa get?

Şanlıurfa gets 380 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 61 days with measurable rain.

December is the wettest month, with 75 mm. July is the driest, with 1 mm. January has the most rainy days, about 10.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 72 days, to August 23, 2025.

Şanlıurfa weather by month

Şanlıurfa weather in January

In January, Şanlıurfa averages a high of 11°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 68 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 43% of daylight hours. The January record high is 21°C (2000) and the record low is -7°C (2007).

Şanlıurfa weather in February

In February, Şanlıurfa averages a high of 13°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 57 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 56% of daylight hours. The February record high is 23°C (2023) and the record low is -7°C (2007).

Şanlıurfa weather in March

In March, Şanlıurfa averages a high of 18°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 43 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 49% of daylight hours. The March record high is 28°C (2025) and the record low is -2°C (2012). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Şanlıurfa weather in April

In April, Şanlıurfa averages a high of 23°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 43 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 58% of daylight hours. The April record high is 34°C (2024) and the record low is -1°C (2004). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Şanlıurfa weather in May

In May, Şanlıurfa averages a high of 29°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 20 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 70% of daylight hours. The May record high is 39°C (2006) and the record low is 8°C (2007).

Şanlıurfa weather in June

In June, Şanlıurfa averages a high of 36°C and a low of 22°C. It gets 3 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 88% of daylight hours. The June record high is 44°C (2024) and the record low is 12°C (1973).

Şanlıurfa weather in July

In July, Şanlıurfa averages a high of 39°C and a low of 26°C. It gets 1 mm of precipitation over about 0 rainy days. The sun is out about 95% of daylight hours. The July record high is 47°C (2025) and the record low is 18°C (1974).

Şanlıurfa weather in August

In August, Şanlıurfa averages a high of 39°C and a low of 25°C. It gets 2 mm of precipitation over about 0 rainy days. The sun is out about 95% of daylight hours. The August record high is 44°C (2023) and the record low is 18°C (1974).

Şanlıurfa weather in September

In September, Şanlıurfa averages a high of 34°C and a low of 21°C. It gets 7 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 91% of daylight hours. The September record high is 42°C (2007) and the record low is 11°C (2009).

Şanlıurfa weather in October

In October, Şanlıurfa averages a high of 28°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 18 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 76% of daylight hours. The October record high is 37°C (2012) and the record low is 4°C (2003).

Şanlıurfa weather in November

In November, Şanlıurfa averages a high of 19°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 43 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 56% of daylight hours. The November record high is 28°C (2021) and the record low is -1°C (2006). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Şanlıurfa weather in December

In December, Şanlıurfa averages a high of 13°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 75 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 52% of daylight hours. The December record high is 26°C (2010) and the record low is -6°C (2006).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Şanlıurfa

July is the sunniest month in Şanlıurfa, with sunshine about 95% of daylight hours. January is the cloudiest, at 43%. Over the year the sun shines about 69% of daylight hours. Şanlıurfa is sunnier than 93% of Turkey.

Humidity peaks in December at 73% and is lowest in July at 24%.

Şanlıurfa has about 91 days a year above 32°C. Şanlıurfa is hotter than 98% of Turkey.

Şanlıurfa weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Şanlıurfa station is 47°C, on July 30, 2000. The coldest is -7°C, on January 31, 2007.

The wettest day on record brought 90 mm of rain, on December 6, 2019.

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

The best time to visit Şanlıurfa

The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to April and November, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 12°C and lows near 4°C.

Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 23°C and lows near 12°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 38°C and lows near 24°C.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 27°C and lows near 15°C.

Şanlıurfa climate questions

How much rain does Şanlıurfa get?

Şanlıurfa gets 380 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 61 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Şanlıurfa?

December is the wettest month in Şanlıurfa, with 75 mm. July is the driest, with 1 mm.

How many rainy days does Şanlıurfa have a year?

Şanlıurfa has about 61 days with measurable rain in an average year. January has the most, about 10.

What is the hottest month in Şanlıurfa?

July is the warmest month in Şanlıurfa, with an average high of 39°C.

What is the coldest month in Şanlıurfa?

January is the coldest month in Şanlıurfa, with an average low of 3°C.

What is the record high temperature in Şanlıurfa?

The record high at the Şanlıurfa station is 47°C, set on July 30, 2000. The record low is -7°C, on January 31, 2007.

What is the sunniest month in Şanlıurfa?

July is the sunniest month in Şanlıurfa, with sunshine about 95% of daylight hours. January is the cloudiest.

What is the best time to visit Şanlıurfa?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to April and November, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.