What Is The Best Month And Season To Plan Your Cappadocia Trip?

Do you want to visit Cappadocia in Turkey? And you are not sure about when to visit to make it your most enjoyable holiday trip.

Here, we explain you everything based on month, season, and activities that you must consider to make the most of your Cappadocia trip.

1. Summer (from June to August)

The summer months in Cappadocia have high but comfortable temperature. The days are hotter whereas nights are warmer. These months are the busiest season for tourism in Cappadocia. Tourists from all around the world visit Cappadocia to enjoy some of its unique festivals in summer, specially the Hot Air Balloon Festival and Cappadox.

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Summer months have least precipitation and low winds. And you can easily find hot air balloons flying regularly in the summer. Remember, August is not exactly the time to visit Cappadocia for being the hottest month of the year. You must ensure to stay hydrated at all the times to void sun strokes and any other sun-related illness in August.

2. Autumn (from September to November)

Autumns can make you feel comfortable due to the humidity and wind. Cappadocia gets fewer rains or snows in autumns from September to November. Autumn is the perfect time for hiking or trekking in the Red Rose valley and flying in the hot air balloons. Cappadocia is less crowded with tourists, significantly reduced than the summer, to explore some of the precious attractions like Goreme Open-Air Museum.

Low tourist means better availability of hotels and travel facilities at low prices. This implies that you have to pay less for cave hotel accommodations and transportation. Autumn is the least windy season of the year, so you may easily get to ride hot air balloons. November is the transition month between Cappadocia’s autumn and winter, and the temperature can even drop below freezing point.

3. Winter (from December to early March)

Weather is too cold during winter in Cappadocia. You are likely to see snow in the winter and the temperature regularly drops below freezing point at most of the time. You can still explore the outdoor attractions of Cappadocia in warm clothes, especially the underground cities which have moderate temperatures.

You may not get to enjoy the Hot air balloon rides due to frequent snow falls and icy landing surfaces. Also, a lot of the hotels and other tour facilities are closed which further discourages tourism during winter season in Cappadocia.

4. Spring (Late March to May)

Humidity and moderate temperatures makes spring season in Cappadocia the second busiest season for tourism. Spring is also the rainiest and windiest season in Cappadocia. You will not get to enjoy the hot air ballooning but this is arguably the best time for hikers.

The best season to visit Cappadocia is definitely the late Spring and Autumn, but avoid the expensive months of June, July, and August.

Cheryl Wheeler