Fethiye or Antalya in September?
On climate data, Fethiye comes out ahead overall in September. See the per-criterion details below.
FethiyePhoto: Jongleur100 · Public domain
AntalyaPhoto: Levi Meir Clancy · CC0Key figures in September
| Criterion | Fethiye | Antalya |
|---|---|---|
| Average daily high | 29 °C | 32 °C |
| Average daily low | 19 °C | 19 °C |
| Sea | 27 °C | 28 °C ★ |
| Rainy days | 2 rainy days (est.) ★ | 3 rainy days (est.) |
| Sun | 7 h/day | 7 h/day |
| Humidity | 51 % | 48 % |
Winner by travel type
Trade-offs
- Antalya is about 3 °C warmer by day.
- The sea at Antalya is about 1 °C warmer.
Fethiye or Antalya in September: the short answer
In September, Fethiye comes out ahead on the overall climate score (Fethiye 88/100 vs Antalya 76/100). 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 September as a representative month for the pair; for any other month, use each destination's month-by-month pages. Across the whole year Fethiye averages a climate score of 67/100, Antalya 67/100. Both profiles below are historical monthly averages, not a forecast.
Weather in September, side by side
The average daily high is about 29 °C in Fethiye and 32 °C in Antalya — warmer in Antalya. Average daily lows are around 19 °C versus 19 °C.
On rain, Fethiye sees about 2 rainy days in September and Antalya about 3 — drier in Fethiye. Sunshine is comparable (7 vs 7 hours a day).
Sea temperature and swimming
In September the water is about 27 °C at Fethiye and 28 °C at Antalya — warmer for swimming at Antalya. Over the year, Fethiye is comfortable for swimming (from ~21 °C) in June, July, August, September, October and November, Antalya in May, June, July, August, September, October and November. Peak sea warmth is August for Fethiye and August for Antalya.
Rain and sun across the year
Over a full year Fethiye records roughly 79 rainy days and Antalya about 79. At their sunniest, Fethiye reaches about 10 hours of sun a day (July) 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, Fethiye 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 September scores for each travel style:
Beach & swimming: Fethiye scores higher in September (Fethiye 96 vs Antalya 84).
City breaks: Fethiye scores higher in September (Fethiye 82 vs Antalya 71).
Active & hiking: Fethiye scores higher in September (Fethiye 73 vs Antalya 65).
Family: Fethiye scores higher in September (Fethiye 93 vs Antalya 78).
Verdict: which should you pick?
In September, Fethiye leads across every scored category here. Choose using the September values and travel-style scores above. The rounded annual overall scores are also tied (67/100). A higher annual score therefore cannot decide the choice. Use the monthly values for your actual travel dates.