Marmaris or Bodrum in July?
On climate data, Bodrum comes out ahead overall in July. See the per-criterion details below.
MarmarisPhoto: Cookies4ever · CC0
BodrumPhoto: Mustang Joe · CC0Key figures in July
| Criterion | Marmaris | Bodrum |
|---|---|---|
| Day | 35 °C ★ | 32 °C |
| Night | 23 °C | 24 °C ★ |
| Sea | 26 °C ★ | 24 °C |
| Rainy days | 0 rainy days | 0 rainy days |
| Sun | 10 h/day | 10 h/day |
Winner by travel type
Trade-offs
- Marmaris is about 4 °C warmer by day.
- The sea at Marmaris is about 2 °C warmer.
Marmaris or Bodrum in July: the short answer
In July, Bodrum comes out ahead on the overall climate score (Marmaris 69/100 vs Bodrum 80/100). 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.
Across the whole year Marmaris averages a climate score of 68/100, Bodrum 73/100. Both profiles below are historical monthly averages, not a forecast.
Weather in July, side by side
By day, Marmaris sits near 35 °C and Bodrum near 32 °C — warmer in Marmaris. At night it is roughly 23 °C versus 24 °C.
On rain, Marmaris sees about 0 rainy days in July and Bodrum about 0. Sunshine is comparable (10 vs 10 hours a day).
Sea temperature and swimming
In July the water is about 26 °C at Marmaris and 24 °C at Bodrum — warmer for swimming at Marmaris. Over the year, Marmaris is comfortable for swimming (from ~21 °C) in June, July, August, September, October and November, Bodrum in June, July, August, September and October. Peak sea warmth is August for Marmaris and August for Bodrum.
Rain and sun across the year
Over a full year Marmaris records roughly 67 rainy days and Bodrum about 53 — the drier of the two overall is Bodrum. At their sunniest, Marmaris reaches about 10 hours of sun a day (June) and Bodrum 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, Marmaris is at its best in May, June, September and October, while Bodrum 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 July scores for each travel style:
Beach & swimming: Bodrum scores higher in July.
City breaks: Bodrum scores higher in July.
Active & hiking: Bodrum scores higher in July.
Family: Bodrum scores higher in July.
Verdict: which should you pick?
There is no single winner — it depends on your month and your priority. For July specifically, use the head-to-head above; over the year, Bodrum carries the slightly higher overall climate score. Choose Marmaris if its strong months and profile match your plan, Bodrum if its do. The month-by-month pages for each destination give you the full picture before you book.