What September feels like in Ankara
September is early autumn in Ankara. Days are warm enough for short sleeves, and time outdoors is easy. Nights stay mild; with a gap of about 12.8°C (23°F) between afternoon and night, early mornings can surprise you. The air is comfortable — neither muggy nor dry.
Rain in Ankara in September
September is a dry month in Ankara; rain falls about one day in 10. Each rainy day adds about 5.8 mm (0.2 in), a proper wetting rather than a sprinkle. Across the year Ankara averages about 5.3 mm per rainy day, so September is typical. It is among the three driest months of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in September
In mid-September, sunrise is at about 6:28 am and sunset at about 6:59 pm (local time) — 12 h 31 min of daylight. Evenings are drawing in — 1 h 17 min less daylight than mid-August. Measured sunshine covers about 90% of the daylight — skies are mostly clear.
How September compares to the rest of the year
In Ankara's temperature order, September sits as the 4th warmest month. Compared with August, afternoons are 5.1°C (9.2°F) cooler, with 10 mm more rain. The cooling trend carries on into October. By October, typical highs are 20°C (68°F).
Who September suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — the weather rarely gets in the way of a city walk.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — afternoons are too warm to linger outside.
Tips for visiting Ankara in September
Versatile Layers
Pack pieces you can take off by noon and put back on at dusk.
Sunglasses
Bright days make sunglasses worth packing.
Quick questions
How warm is Ankara in September?
Afternoons average 26.8°C (80.2°F) and nights about 14°C (57.2°F) — warm by most people's standards. It is the 4th warmest month of the year.
Does it rain a lot in Ankara in September?
No — September is one of the drier times, with about 3 rainy days and 17 mm in total.
What should I wear in Ankara in September?
Pack versatile layers and sunglasses. Add a layer for after dark.
Is September or October better for visiting Ankara?
September scores better on our climate ranking (#1 of 12 vs #2), rated Great against Great. October is cooler and has more rainy days.