What to Do in Alanya Month by Month
Thursday, July 16, 2026 · 10 minutes' reading
Alanya's season is longer than the brochures say: in this corner of the Mediterranean you can swim until late October and the sun works even in winter. But each month is best at something different.
April - May: canyons and nature
The greenest greens and the fullest rivers. Sapadere and Köprülü peak in these months; jeep safari tracks are dust-free and the midday sun is bearable. The sea opens to the brave from mid-May (~20-21°C).
June - August: sea and boats
Sea at 25-28°C, boat season in full swing. The rule now is to start early: morning departures are cooler and calmer. Push canyon walks to the morning and city strolls to the evening. July-August is also peak crowd season — book tours a few days ahead.
September - October: the sweet spot
The year's quiet champion. The sea is still above 25°C, the crowds have thinned and prices soften. Boat, canyon and culture fit into the same week. If you ask us, these are the best months to come.
November - March: culture and city
The swimming season closes; the city does not. The castle, the museums and ancient routes like Side and Aspendos are far more pleasant in cool air, and a seafront breakfast in the midday sun works even in midwinter. Boat and rafting tours run weather permitting.
Sea temperature month by month (approx.)
January-March 17-18°C · April 18°C · May 21°C · June 24°C · July 27°C · August 28°C · September 27°C · October 24°C · November 21°C · December 19°C. Figures shift a degree or two by year; the pattern does not.