Month guide · Cappadocia · Turkey
Cappadocia in September
What September is really like in Cappadocia: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Bernard Gagnon, CC BY-SA 3.0
Quick answer
September is one of the best months to visit Cappadocia. Expect average highs of 26°C (79°F), lows of 11°C (52°F), about 2 rainy days and roughly 12.4 hours of daylight. Settled, warm days and cool nights with the grape harvest under way; one of the most popular months.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 26°C (79°F) / 11°C (52°F)
- Rainy days
- About 2
- Daylight
- About 12.4 hours
- Crowds
- Very busy
- Hotel prices
- Highest
Weather in September
September is the 4th-warmest month in Cappadocia: days average 26°C (79°F) against a yearly average high of 17°C (63°F), and nights fall to about 11°C (52°F). Rain falls on roughly 2 of its 30 days. Compared with August (30°C (86°F)), September is cooler; by October highs drop to around 19°C (66°F).
- Sunrise (15 September)
- About 06:22
- Sunset (15 September)
- About 18:49
- Daylight
- About 12.4 hours
Autumn (September–November). Warm, clear days and the grape harvest in September and October; nights turn cold and crowds fall in November.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, September rates 5 for crowds (the peak is September at 5) and 5 for hotel prices (highest in September). Book accommodation early: September is one of the pricier months.
Events in September
- Grape harvest in the vineyards (usually September–October)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in September
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
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Historic site · Çavuşin
Çavuşin old village
Climb carefully; parts of the cliff are eroding, so keep to the visible paths.
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- History
- Off the beaten path
- Views
Castle · Ortahisar
Ortahisar Castle
A great rock fortress carved with rooms, rising above the village of Ortahisar.
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Cost
- Low cost
- Views
- Off the beaten path
- History
Historic site · Göreme
Göreme Open-Air Museum
Arrive at opening time before tour buses, and don't miss the Tokalı Church below the entrance, which many visitors skip.
- Time needed
- 1.5–2 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Iconic
- History
- Art
- Architecture
Historic site · Derinkuyu
Derinkuyu Underground City
The deepest of Cappadocia's underground cities reaches about 85 metres below ground, with several levels open to visitors.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- History
- Kids
- Rainy day
- Iconic
What to pack
For highs near 26°C, lows near 11°C and 2 wet days: light layers for the day and a light jacket for the evening; comfortable walking shoes.
Is September a good time to visit Cappadocia?
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Questions travellers ask
+Is September a good time to visit Cappadocia?
It is one of the best months to visit Cappadocia. Settled, warm days and cool nights with the grape harvest under way; one of the most popular months.
+How warm is Cappadocia in September?
Average highs are around 26°C (79°F) and lows around 11°C (52°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Cappadocia in September?
Expect rain on about 2 days of the month, so it is usually dry.