What December feels like in Antalya
In Antalya, December brings early winter. Afternoons are cool, pleasant for walking as long as you keep a layer on. Little changes after sunset — nights are cool, only slightly below the daytime level. Damp air makes the cold feel rawer than the numbers alone suggest.
Rain in Antalya in December
Expect a mix of dry and wet days, with rain about one day in 3. When rain comes it is heavy, about 16.1 mm (0.6 in) per wet day, often in short, strong bursts. The yearly figure is similar, around 13.1 mm per wet day. It is among the three wettest months of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in December
On 15 December the sun rises at about 8:03 am and sets around 5:42 pm local time, giving 9 h 39 min of daylight. Days are getting shorter: 35 min less daylight than in mid-November. The sun is out for roughly 75% of those daylight hours, so there are plenty of bright spells.
How December compares to the rest of the year
Ranked by average high, December comes out as the 3rd coolest month in Antalya. Compared with November, afternoons are 4.8°C (8.6°F) cooler, with 83 mm more rain. January is cooler again. The next month's average high: 13.5°C (56.3°F).
Who December suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — daytime temperatures are fine for walking around.
- Parks & outdoor: a good fit — comfortable for long walks and picnics.
- Beach: less ideal — the sea air is too cool.
Tips for visiting Antalya in December
Rain Protection
Keep a small umbrella in your bag and wear shoes that cope with puddles.
Light Jacket
Cool days — a light jacket or sweater for walking around.
Sunglasses
Frequent sunshine — sunglasses and a light hat.
Quick questions
How warm is Antalya in December?
Expect around 15.5°C (59.9°F) in the afternoon and 7.6°C (45.7°F) at night, which most visitors would call cool.
Does it rain a lot in Antalya in December?
Quite a lot — 194 mm spread over about 12 days.
What should I wear in Antalya in December?
Based on the averages: rain protection, a light jacket and sunglasses. Evenings feel similar to the day, so the same clothes work from morning to night.
Is December or January better for visiting Antalya?
December, narrowly: it ranks #11 of 12 among Antalya's months, against #12 for the other. January is cooler.