Antalya in December: weather and sea temperature
December is mild and green, around 17°C by day, with about 12 rainy days that come as heavy showers between bright spells. The sea is still about 19°C.
December at a glance
- Avg high
- 17 °C
- Avg low
- 7 °C
- Sea temperature
- 19 °C
- Rainy days
- 12
- Sunshine per day
- 5 h
- Season
- Low season (Nov–Mar)
Long-term averages for Antalya (1991–2020), rounded. Belek, Side and Kemer are within a degree or two; Alanya is slightly warmer in winter.
What to do in December
Antalya city is the best base: museums, Kaleiçi, markets and restaurants are open. On 6 December Demre commemorates St Nicholas, the bishop of Myra behind Santa Claus. Golf is good on dry days.
What to pack
Warm layers, a waterproof jacket and an umbrella; evenings drop to about 7°C.
Crowds and prices
Low season except for Christmas and New Year, when city hotels and some resorts fill up with winter-sun visitors.
→ Estimate your trip cost in December
Frequently asked questions
Can you swim in Antalya in December?
Only for hardy swimmers: the sea is around 19°C. Many hotels heat their pools at this time of year.
How warm is Antalya in December?
Average highs are about 17°C and lows about 7°C, with around 12 rainy days and 5 hours of sunshine a day.
Is December a good time to visit Antalya?
Antalya city is the best base: museums, Kaleiçi, markets and restaurants are open. On 6 December Demre commemorates St Nicholas, the bishop of Myra behind Santa Claus. Golf is good on dry days. Low season except for Christmas and New Year, when city hotels and some resorts fill up with winter-sun visitors.
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