Turhal, Tokat 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 Turhal, Tokat Province?
Turhal, Tokat Province gets 414 mm of precipitation a year over about 94 rainy days. August is the warmest month (average high 32°C) and January the coldest (average low -1°C).
Mediterranean climate
Turhal, Tokat Province has hot summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 7°C in January to 32°C in August. January is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and October, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | -1° | 8° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 6° | 19° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 16° | 30° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 8° | 21° |
How much rain does Turhal get?
Turhal gets 414 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 94 days with measurable rain.
January is the wettest month, with 52 mm. August is the driest, with 7 mm. May has the most rainy days, about 12.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 16 days, to July 15, 2022.
Turhal weather by month
Turhal weather in January
In January, Turhal averages a high of 7°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 52 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 39% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 20°C (2010) and the record low is -17°C (2004).
Turhal weather in February
In February, Turhal averages a high of 9°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 33 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 40% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 23°C (2004) and the record low is -14°C (2021).
Turhal weather in March
In March, Turhal averages a high of 14°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 49 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 32% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 31°C (2008) and the record low is -7°C (2022).
Turhal weather in April
In April, Turhal averages a high of 19°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 38 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 38% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 34°C (2024) and the record low is -4°C (2004). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Turhal weather in May
In May, Turhal averages a high of 24°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 48 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 48% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 37°C (2021) and the record low is 1°C (2008). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Turhal weather in June
In June, Turhal averages a high of 28°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 37 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 57% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 37°C (2009) and the record low is 5°C (2008).
Turhal weather in July
In July, Turhal averages a high of 31°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 13 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 72% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 42°C (2021) and the record low is 9°C (2019).
Turhal weather in August
In August, Turhal averages a high of 32°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 7 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 74% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 41°C (2014) and the record low is 9°C (2009).
Turhal weather in September
In September, Turhal averages a high of 28°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 18 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 63% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 39°C (2017) and the record low is 4°C (2019).
Turhal weather in October
In October, Turhal averages a high of 22°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 37 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 50% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 34°C (2003) and the record low is -1°C (2002). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Turhal weather in November
In November, Turhal averages a high of 14°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 41 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 45% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 27°C (2023) and the record low is -8°C (2011).
Turhal weather in December
In December, Turhal averages a high of 8°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 42 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 48% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 23°C (2010) and the record low is -21°C (2002).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Turhal
August is the sunniest month in Turhal, with estimated sunshine of 74% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. March is the cloudiest, at 32%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 51% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Turhal is cloudier than 84% of Turkey.
Humidity peaks in December at 72% and is lowest in April at 56%.
Turhal has about 28 days a year above 32°C. Turhal is hotter than 55% of Turkey.
First and last freeze in Turhal
The first fall freeze in Turhal typically comes around November 8, and the last spring freeze around April 2. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 220 days.
Turhal weather records
These records cover TOKAT during 2002–2025. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Turhal station is 42°C, on July 19, 2021. The coldest is -21°C, on December 27, 2002.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 70 mm of precipitation, on January 22, 2020.
The best time to visit Turhal
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and October, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.
Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 8°C and lows near -1°C.
Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 19°C and lows near 6°C.
Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 30°C and lows near 16°C.
Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 21°C and lows near 8°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -1° | 7° | 52 mm | 10 | 70% | 39% | 20° | -17° |
| February | -1° | 9° | 33 mm | 9 | 63% | 40% | 23° | -14° |
| March | 2° | 14° | 49 mm | 11 | 63% | 32% | 31° | -7° |
| April | 6° | 19° | 38 mm | 10 | 56% | 38% | 34° | -4° |
| May | 10° | 24° | 48 mm | 12 | 58% | 48% | 37° | 1° |
| June | 14° | 28° | 37 mm | 8 | 61% | 57% | 37° | 5° |
| July | 16° | 31° | 13 mm | 3 | 57% | 72% | 42° | 9° |
| August | 17° | 32° | 7.4 mm | 2 | 56% | 74% | 41° | 9° |
| September | 13° | 28° | 18 mm | 4 | 58% | 63% | 39° | 4° |
| October | 9° | 22° | 37 mm | 7 | 60% | 50% | 34° | -1° |
| November | 3° | 14° | 41 mm | 8 | 67% | 45% | 27° | -8° |
| December | -1° | 8° | 42 mm | 9 | 72% | 48% | 23° | -21° |
Station: TOKAT, 42 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 2002–2025; 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.
Turhal climate questions
How much rain does Turhal get?
Turhal gets 414 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 94 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Turhal?
January is the wettest month in Turhal, with 52 mm. August is the driest, with 7 mm.
How many rainy days does Turhal have a year?
Turhal has about 94 days with measurable rain in an average year. May has the most, about 12.
What is the hottest month in Turhal?
August is the warmest month in Turhal, with an average high of 32°C.
What is the coldest month in Turhal?
January is the coldest month in Turhal, with an average low of -1°C.
What is the record high temperature in Turhal?
Within the available 2002–2025 station history, the record high at the Turhal station is 42°C, set on July 19, 2021. The record low is -21°C, on December 27, 2002.
What is the sunniest month in Turhal?
August is the sunniest month in Turhal, with estimated sunshine of 74% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. March is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Turhal?
The first fall freeze in Turhal typically comes around November 8. The last spring freeze is around April 2.
What is the best time to visit Turhal?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and October, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.