Ankara is high and dry, with proper seasons: hot summers, snowy winters and short, pleasant springs and autumns.

Weather in Ankara right now

Spring (March to May)

Cool in March, warm by May at 20 to 25°C, with blossom in the parks. A good time for the museums and Anıtkabir.

Summer (June to August)

Hot and dry at 30 to 35°C but with cool nights. The city empties in August.

Autumn (September to November)

September and October are the best months, with clear skies and mild days.

Winter (December to February)

Cold, often below freezing, with snow. Dress for the cold; the museums and Anıtkabir are quiet and atmospheric.

Our verdict

May, June, September and October. Winter works for museum-focused trips if you dress for the cold.

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