Month guide · Bodrum · Turkey
Bodrum in October
What October is really like in Bodrum: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
October is one of the best months to visit Bodrum. Expect average highs of 25°C (77°F), lows of 16°C (61°F), about 4 rainy days and roughly 11.2 hours of daylight. Warm and pleasant, with the sea still swimmable; some places begin to close late in the month.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 25°C (77°F) / 16°C (61°F)
- Rainy days
- About 4
- Daylight
- About 11.2 hours
- Sea temperature
- 22°C (72°F)
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Hotel prices
- Low
Weather in October
October is the 6th-warmest month in Bodrum: days average 25°C (77°F) against a yearly average high of 23°C (73°F), and nights fall to about 16°C (61°F). Rain falls on roughly 4 of its 31 days. Compared with September (29°C (84°F)), October is cooler; by November highs drop to around 20°C (68°F).
- Sunrise (15 October)
- About 07:18
- Sunset (15 October)
- About 18:34
- Daylight
- About 11.2 hours
- Sea
- 22°C (72°F)
Autumn (September–November). Warm sea and settled weather into October, with fewer crowds; most resorts close in November.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, October rates 3 for crowds (the peak is July at 5) and 2 for hotel prices (highest in July). That makes October one of the better-value months to book.
Events in October
- The Bodrum Cup — traditional gulet and yacht regatta (usually October)
- Republic Day celebrations (29 October)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in October
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Waterfront · Yalıkavak
Yalıkavak Marina
One of the Mediterranean's best-known superyacht marinas, with designer boutiques, upscale restaurants and cafés.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Shopping
- Couples
- After dark
Historic site · Ortakent and Yahşi
Mustafa Paşa Tower
Stop on the way to or from Yahşi beach; there is little else to see nearby.
- Time needed
- 30 minutes
- Cost
- Low cost
- History
- Off the beaten path
- Architecture
Experience · Göltürkbükü
Göltürkbükü beach clubs
On the peninsula's north coast, Göltürkbükü's bay is lined with wooden jetties and decks where upmarket beach clubs serve food and drinks, with calm, clear water for swimming straight off the platforms.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Expensive
- Couples
- Food
- After dark
Castle · Bodrum Town
Bodrum Castle and the Museum of Underwater Archaeology
Allow at least two hours and visit in the morning, when the courtyards are cooler and quieter.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Iconic
- History
- Views
- Rainy day
- Kids
The sea averages 22°C (72°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Bodrum.
What to pack
For highs near 25°C, lows near 16°C and 4 wet days: light layers for the day and a light jacket for the evening; comfortable walking shoes.
Is October a good time to visit Bodrum?
One of the best months to visit Bodrum, with 2 notable events on the calendar. The other best months are May–June and September. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is October a good time to visit Bodrum?
It is one of the best months to visit Bodrum. Warm and pleasant, with the sea still swimmable; some places begin to close late in the month.
+How warm is Bodrum in October?
Average highs are around 25°C (77°F) and lows around 16°C (61°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Bodrum in October?
Expect rain on about 4 days of the month, so it is usually dry.