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Averages for Side in December

The once ancient site of Side is now a bustling tourism resort, which combines ancient ruins with golden beaches and water sports.

In December, it is winter in Side. However, Turkey’s Mediterranean climate means that the weather remains warm and pleasant and it is still an inviting place to holiday in.

The cooler months of the year are the ideal time to visit if the beaches aren’t your top priority and spending time exploring the ancient ruins and cultural side of Side is.

The lower temperatures will make sightseeing much more enjoyable and you won’t face the crowds of tourists who arrive with the hot weather in summer.

The average temperature in Side during December ranges from 8 to 17 degrees throughout the day. Typical sunshine hours are pegged at around 5 hours, with rainfall estimated over 12 days. Sea temperature averages around 18 degrees Celsius.

There are a number of important and well preserved ruins in Side.

 

The remains of the ancient city of Aspendos are well preserved and worth a visit. The site includes the Aspendos bridge and a Hellenistic amphitheatre.

 

Side Museum itself houses many important exhibits and archaeological finds and is actually based in what were once ancient Roman baths.

 

 Barut Hemera Resort and Spa is a great place to stay if you’re travelling with children. The resort has a kids club that will keep them entertained, while adults can take advantage of the spa services.