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Fethiye Weather in May, Turkey

Fethiye Averages May

FETHIYE AVERAGES FOR MAY

  • What is Average Temperature?
    The average high temperature and the average low temperature for that month, on a daily basis, divided by 2 equals the average temperature for that month

    Temperature

    19°C
    68°F
  • What is Average High Low Temperature?
    The sum of high temperatures/low temperatures divided by the number of days in that month, recorded daily

    High Temperature

    24°C
    76°F
  • What is Average High Low Temperature?
    The sum of high temperatures/low temperatures divided by the number of days in that month, recorded daily

    Low Temperature

    15°C
    60°F
  • What is Average Sea Temperature?
    Average daily sea temperatures and divided by the number of days in the month. Sea Temperatures are taken from buoys, ships and even satellites can calculate sea temperature based on energy that is radiated from the sea's surface

    Sea Temperature

    19°C
    68°F
  • What are Average Daily Sunshine Hours?
    Total sunshine hours for the month, divided by the number of days in the month. Sunshine hours are taken with a sunshine recorder, either a Campbell-Stokes recorder or an Eppley Pyreheliometer

    Sunshine Hours

    12 hours
  • What is Average Rainfall?
    The amount of mm in rain for that month divided by the number of days, and the number of days that it rains during that month on average, over a given period of years

    Rainfall Days

    4 days
  • What is Average Rainfall?
    The amount of mm in rain for that month divided by the number of days, and the number of days that it rains during that month on average, over a given period of years

    Rainfall

    29 mm

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Fethiye Daily Averages May

May 2024 Daily Averages

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1 Avg 19º 66º
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2 Avg 19º 66º
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3 Avg 19º 66º
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4 Avg 19º 66º
5 Avg 19º 66º
6 Avg 19º 66º
7 Avg 18º 64º
8 Avg 18º 64º
9 Avg 18º 64º
10 Avg 19º 66º
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12 Avg 19º 66º
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14 Avg 19º 66º
15 Avg 20º 68º
16 Avg 20º 68º
17 Avg 20º 68º
18 Avg 19º 66º
19 Avg 20º 68º
20 Avg 20º 68º
21 Avg 21º 70º
22 Avg 20º 68º
23 Avg 20º 68º
24 Avg 20º 68º
25 Avg 19º 66º
26 Avg 20º 68º
27 Avg 20º 68º
28 Avg 20º 68º
29 Avg 20º 68º
30 Avg 19º 66º
31 Avg 20º 68º
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What's the weather like in Fethiye in May

The weather in FethiyeTurkey, in the month of May could not be more beautiful. 

Temperature

The average afternoon high temperature is a very comfortable 24°C. At night, the mercury drops to an average low of 16°C. Both those temperatures tend to increase in the course of the month, both by no less than 4 degrees. The overall average temperature in May is 20°Ct hasn't been this warm since last October!

Sea Temperature

The sea temperature is exactly as warm as the air temperature this time of year, also averaging 20°C.

Sunshine Hours

May brings an average of 13 hours of glorious sunshine per day. This makes May the second sunniest month of the year, together with June and August. Only July receives more sunshine per day. This allows you to spend ample time exploring everything Fethiye has to offer. 

The two reasons behind this high amount of sunshine are lengthening days and decreasing cloud cover. In the course of the month, the day length increases from 13.42 to 14.29 hours of daylight. This implies that every day is 1.5 minutes longer than the previous one. Cloud cover decreases dramatically, from 52% in the beginning of the month to 31% at the end.

Precipitation

The average precipitation in May is only 29mm and there are, on average, only 4 days of rain. Thus, it is extremely likely that your visit to Fethiye during the month of May will be filled with beautiful weather, lots of sunshine, and little rain. In fact, the probability that rainfall occurs decreases greatly in the course of the month.

Rainfall

May 1 is by far the wettest day of the month with a 27% chance of rainfall. With a chance of rainfall of only 14%, May 31 is the driest day of the month. There are three types of rainfall. Thunderstorms are most common and happen on 54% of the days with rainfall. Light rain and moderate rain occur too, respectively on 33% and 12% of those rainy days.

Fethiye Hotels for May

Hillside Beach Club

The Hillside Beach Club is one of the very best accommodations in all Turkey. This luxury beachfront resort is located on the shore of a gorgeous bay and is backed by beautiful pine forests. This is a suggested place to stay for everyone, whether you're after a relaxing beach holiday, a romantic honeymoon or an active vacation in nature.

The hotel caters toward young couples, families, groups of friends and elderly visitors alike. Amenities are plentiful and include three restaurants, six bars, a huge heated swimming pool, a spa and fitness centre, conference rooms, private beaches, and numerous water sports facilities and equipment rentals. You can, for example, go diving, jet skiing, wake boarding, banana boating and sailing.

Letoonia Club & Hotel

Fancy staying on a private peninsula in the forest? Letoonia Club & Hotel is ideally located; surrounded by pine trees and magnificent panoramic views of the Aegean Sea. The hotel provides maximum relaxation and comfort for its welcomed guests. The luxurious facilities along with splendid location don't fail to satisfy anybody visiting. You will find a fishing port and village in the resort, in the lively centre you will find daily entertainment. Properly relax on the shingle beaches or sit back in bar close by. Families, friends, couples are groups are all welcome.

Ece Saray Marina & Resort Hotel

A colonial-style spa hotel situated in the Fethiye marina, the Ece Saray Marina & Resort Hotel offers comfortable rooms and plenty of facilities to make your stay as convenient as possible. Facilities include a children's pool, a swimming pool, a hot tub, a gym, a spa and beauty centre, a lounge bar and a restaurant that serves Mediterranean and international food. The 48 rooms include 14 luxury suites and are equipped with an en-suite bathroom, internet access, a mini-bar, air-conditioning and a king-size bed. The suites also have a whirlpool bath with hydro-massage.

Fethiye Beaches for May

Samanlik Bay

Not far from the Fethiye city centre is Samanlik Bay. Samanlik Bay is very close to a well-known resort, but is one of the quieter bays in the area. Here you can relax in the clear waters while admiring the view of Fethiye's harbour. Snorkeling and swimming are popular here and hiking is possible in the forests close by.

Bars and Restaurants

Guven's Restaurant & Bar

If you're looking for a perfect spot to watch the sunset, check out Guven's Restaurant & Bar. The bar is situated right on the beach with several cozy locations for lounging, drinking and eating. The restaurant also offers free sunbeds, the use of their pool table, and even a library for all of the bookworms out there. If you are looking for a nice, true holiday experience, Guven's is a must-go.

Megri Restaurant

Situated in the heart of the resort, on the edge of historic Paspatur, Megri Restaurant has been a favorite dining venue among locals and tourists alike for many years. This so-called Lokanta-style restaurant serves numerous vegetarian dishes, but also one of the best traditional lamb kebabs around.

Things to do in Fethiye in May

Tomb of Amyntas

This beautiful city is also the home of the Tomb of Amyntas, which is a massive tomb that was built in 350 BC.  Arguably Fethiye's most recognisable historic landmark, this large tomb contains intricate carvings that are worth checking out. 

Calis Carnival

Also in May are a variety of events. The biggest street party in Fethiye, the Calis Carnival, happens in May. During this exciting and famous party, there are performances, craft exhibits, workshops, parties, and even an extravagant parade.

Oil Wrestling

Another well-known Fethiye event during May is Oil Wrestling. Throughout the month of May, sometimes in Fethiye and other times in towns nearby, oil wresting events take place.  This popular activity is actually a national sport in Turkey. Oil wrestling involves wrestlers dousing themselves with olive oil before wrestling. Checking out an oil wrestling event is a great way to experience something that makes the country of Turkey so uniquely special.

Koycegiz Village

If you're looking for a day trip from Fethiye, you may want to consider driving to Koycegiz Village. This traditional Turkish village lies about an hour's drive from the resort on the shore of gorgeous Lake Koycegiz. This is a relaxed place with atmospheric streets lined with cafés and restaurants.

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