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Cappadocia weather in May

Monthly temperatures, rain, humidity, what to wear and what to pack — 2024–2025 historical average

Cappadocia May weather at a glance

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In May, Cappadocia averages 15.3°C, with typical highs of 21.8°C and lows of 9°C. The historical average is 14 wet days and 55% humidity.

Compared with Seoul in May, it is 1.3°C cooler than Seoul, with 5 more wet days.

Cappadocia May temperature & humidity

Average15.3°CHigh 21.8° / low 9°
Humidity55%
Wet days14 days44% of days
Day–night range12.8°

Cappadocia May rain & wet days

Wet days14 daysHistorical monthly average
Share of wet days44%Not a forecast probability

Pack a compact umbrella. Keep an indoor stop available between outdoor activities.

What to wear in Cappadocia in May

T-shirts or long sleeves with one light outer layer should be comfortable. The typical day-to-night swing is about 13°C, so bring an extra layer. Showers are possible, so a compact umbrella is useful.

  • DaytimeLong sleeves and a light jacket · average high 21.8°C
  • Morning & eveningLong sleeves with a jacket or cardigan · average low 9°C
  • FootwearComfortable walking shoes; quick-dry footwear for rainy days.
Useful extras
Light outer layerCompact umbrella
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Cappadocia May sunrise & sunset times

2026 May · Local time (Europe/Istanbul)

Sunrise on the 15th05:29
Sunset on the 15th19:46
Daylight duration14h 17m
Start, middle and end of the month
DateSunriseSunsetDaylight
2026-05-0105:4419:3313h 49m
2026-05-1505:2919:4614h 17m
2026-05-3105:1819:5914h 40m

For sunset photos, arrive before the listed sunset time. Clouds, mountains and buildings can change when the sun becomes visible or disappears.

Calculated for the city coordinates with daylight saving applied. SunCalc · tz-lookup

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Best months to visit Cappadocia

Bar height shows our simple weather-comfort score, not a safety rating; colour shows temperature.

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May weather by year

May 202414.4°14 wet days, 61% humidity
May 202516.2°13 wet days, 49% humidity

Daily weather in 2025

Daily high and low temperatures; blue labels show precipitation

118°9°4.3mm
218°5°8.7mm
315°6°
417°5°3mm
520°5°
623°8°3.2mm
725°11°
823°11°2.7mm
927°10°
1029°11°2.4mm
1126°12°7.8mm
1223°10°9.3mm
1317°8°8.5mm
1417°4°
1516°5°1.8mm
1626°6°
1730°15°
1827°13°
1922°8°
2025°6°
2123°8°
2227°10°
2328°14°
2429°14°
2530°13°
2631°15°
2729°14°
2822°11°2.7mm
2922°10°6.4mm
3019°9°13mm
3122°7°

Frequently asked questions

What is Cappadocia weather like in May?

In May, Cappadocia averages 15.3°C, with typical highs of 21.8°C and lows of 9°C. The historical average is 14 wet days and 55% humidity. Our weather-comfort rating for this month is fair.

Does it rain a lot in Cappadocia in May?

There are about 14 wet days in May. A compact umbrella is still useful.

What should I wear in Cappadocia in May?

T-shirts or long sleeves with one light outer layer should be comfortable. The typical day-to-night swing is about 13°C, so bring an extra layer. Showers are possible, so a compact umbrella is useful.

What are the best months to visit Cappadocia?

Recent weather data rates June, July, August, September among the more comfortable months.

Where can I check Cappadocia weather in May in real time?

Check local webcams for the view right now and a local weather service for today’s forecast. Monthly temperatures here are historical averages.

What time are sunrise and sunset in Cappadocia in May?

On 2026-05-15, calculated sunrise is 05:29 and sunset is 19:46 in local time (Europe/Istanbul). Times vary by date and terrain.

Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0) · 2024–2025 historical data, aggregated and rounded by this site. Not a forecast or long-term climate normal. Calculation method and limitations