Weather in Cappadocia (Nevşehir)
What's the weather like in Cappadocia (Nevşehir)?
Cappadocia (Nevşehir) has a wide swing between hot summers and cold winters and low overall rainfall. Average daytime highs range from 5°C (41°F) in January to 30°C (85°F) in July, with overnight lows around -4°C (24°F) and 15°C (59°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Cappadocia (Nevşehir) are May through June, and September through October.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇹🇷 Turkey
- Region
- Middle East
- Time zone
- Europe/Istanbul
- Coordinates
- 38.625, 34.715
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5°C / 41°F | -4°C / 24°F | 52 mm | 14 | — |
| February | 8°C / 46°F | -3°C / 27°F | 38 mm | 12 | — |
| March | 11°C / 52°F | 0°C / 32°F | 68 mm | 18 | — |
| April | 17°C / 63°F | 5°C / 40°F | 33 mm | 16 | — |
| May | 21°C / 71°F | 9°C / 48°F | 56 mm | 18 | — |
| June | 25°C / 77°F | 13°C / 55°F | 36 mm | 15 | — |
| July | 30°C / 85°F | 15°C / 59°F | 2 mm | 2 | — |
| August | 30°C / 87°F | 16°C / 60°F | 4 mm | 3 | — |
| September | 26°C / 78°F | 12°C / 54°F | 13 mm | 6 | — |
| October | 20°C / 67°F | 7°C / 44°F | 17 mm | 9 | — |
| November | 13°C / 55°F | 2°C / 35°F | 31 mm | 9 | — |
| December | 8°C / 46°F | -1°C / 29°F | 41 mm | 11 | — |
Cappadocia (Nevşehir) by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Cappadocia (Nevşehir)?
The most comfortable months in Cappadocia (Nevşehir) are usually May, September, October, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Cappadocia (Nevşehir)?
August is typically the hottest month in Cappadocia (Nevşehir), averaging a high of 30°C (87°F).
What is the coldest month in Cappadocia (Nevşehir)?
January is usually the coldest, with average lows around -4°C (24°F).
Does it snow in Cappadocia (Nevşehir)?
Snow is rare in Cappadocia (Nevşehir); the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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