2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Cappadocia in December

Conditions are pleasant for sightseeing, though you might encounter occasional showers.

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Climate Overview

December is a good time to visit Cappadocia. Cappadocia has a Moderate climate with average yearly highs of 10°C, lows of 1°C, and approximately 3 rainy days per month.

Avg High

10°C

Avg Low

1°C

Rainy days

3days

Daylight

9.5h

Is December a good time to visit Cappadocia?

Conditions are pleasant for sightseeing, though you might encounter occasional showers.

Daylight

Sunrise

7:52 AM

Sunset

5:21 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 4°C -3°C 9 Good
February 5°C -3°C 12 Good
March 12°C 2°C 13 Wet
April 15°C 4°C 8 Excellent (best)
May 21°C 9°C 10 Excellent (best)
June 25°C 13°C 9 Good
July 31°C 16°C 0 Good
August 29°C 15°C 0 Good
September 29°C 15°C 0 Excellent (best)
October 25°C 11°C 1 Excellent (best)
November 11°C 1°C 3 Good
December 10°C 1°C 3 Good

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for December

Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Climate: Moderate
Travel Context Perfect weather for walking tours and all-day sightseeing.

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Common Questions

Is December a good time to visit Cappadocia? +

December is typically Good for visiting Cappadocia, with average highs of 10°C and around 3 rainy days.

What should I pack for Cappadocia in December? +

With highs of 10°C and lows of 1°C in {month}, we recommend: Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Does it rain a lot in Cappadocia in December? +

Cappadocia typically sees around 3 rainy days in December.

How many hours of daylight are there in Cappadocia in December? +

In December, Cappadocia gets approximately 9.5 hours of daylight per day.

Is December peak season in Cappadocia? +

No, December is not peak season in Cappadocia. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.

What is the best month to visit Cappadocia? +

The best months to visit Cappadocia are April, May, September, October, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Europe/Istanbul)

Last Updated: January 2026

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