Alanya or Antalya in August?
On climate data, Alanya comes out ahead overall in August. See the per-criterion details below.
AlanyaPhoto: HALUK COMERTEL · CC BY 3.0
AntalyaPhoto: Levi Meir Clancy · CC0Key figures in August
| Criterion | Alanya | Antalya |
|---|---|---|
| Average daily high | 32 °C | 36 °C |
| Average daily low | 27 °C | 23 °C |
| Sea | 29 °C | 29 °C |
| Rainy days | 1 rainy day (est.) ★ | 2 rainy days (est.) |
| Sun | 9 h/day | 9 h/day |
| Humidity | 57 % | 44 % |
Winner by travel type
Trade-offs
- Antalya is about 4 °C warmer by day.
Alanya or Antalya in August: the short answer
In August, Alanya comes out ahead on the overall climate score (Alanya 75/100 vs Antalya 64/100). That is a snapshot of one month, though — which one truly fits depends on what you want from the trip, so the breakdown below goes criterion by criterion.
This comparison focuses on August as a representative month for the pair; for any other month, use each destination's month-by-month pages. Across the whole year Alanya averages a climate score of 72/100, Antalya 67/100. Both profiles below are historical monthly averages, not a forecast.
Weather in August, side by side
The average daily high is about 32 °C in Alanya and 36 °C in Antalya — warmer in Antalya. Average daily lows are around 27 °C versus 23 °C.
On rain, Alanya sees about 1 rainy days in August and Antalya about 2 — drier in Alanya. Sunshine is comparable (9 vs 9 hours a day).
Sea temperature and swimming
In August the water is about 29 °C at Alanya and 29 °C at Antalya. Over the year, Alanya is comfortable for swimming (from ~21 °C) in May, June, July, August, September, October and November, Antalya in May, June, July, August, September, October and November. Peak sea warmth is August for Alanya and August for Antalya.
Rain and sun across the year
Over a full year Alanya records roughly 79 rainy days and Antalya about 79. At their sunniest, Alanya reaches about 10 hours of sun a day (June) and Antalya about 10 (July). If dependable dry, sunny weather is your top priority, weigh these annual totals alongside the single month above.
Best time to visit each
Climatically, Alanya is at its best in May, June, September and October, while Antalya peaks in May, June, September and October. If your dates are fixed, pick the destination whose strong season overlaps them; if you are flexible, plan around these windows.
Which suits which kind of trip
Based on the August scores for each travel style:
Beach & swimming: Alanya scores higher in August (Alanya 82 vs Antalya 68).
City breaks: Alanya scores higher in August (Alanya 71 vs Antalya 60).
Active & hiking: Alanya scores higher in August (Alanya 66 vs Antalya 61).
Family: Alanya scores higher in August (Alanya 76 vs Antalya 63).
Verdict: which should you pick?
In August, Alanya leads across every scored category here — the overall score and each travel type — so on the climate data it is the clearer pick this month. Over the year, Alanya carries the higher overall climate score. Your own priority (sun, sea, low rain or sightseeing comfort) still matters, and the month-by-month pages for each destination give you the full picture before you book.