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Selçuk in July
Selçuk's warmest month brings highs averaging 102°F (39°C), lows of 73°F (23°C) and about 0.2 in (4 mm) of rain.
Its comfort score of 60/100 is still Good, though it ranks 11th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 102°F (39°C)
- Avg low
- 73°F (23°C)
- Rain
- 0.2 in (4 mm)
- Humidity
- 39%
- Cloud cover
- 6%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 23 min
- Comfort score
- 60/100 · Good
What July feels like
Heat sets the pace, with highs around 102°F (39°C). Get out early and keep the hottest hours for somewhere cool.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 73°F (23°C), about 16°C (29°F) below the afternoon high.
Low humidity, around 39%, makes the air feel crisp and dry.
Rain is scarce: about 0.2 in (4 mm) for the whole month.
Sunny spells dominate: cloud cover averages 6%.
Plan around July
July is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are March – May and October & November.
- Comfort slips from 72/100 in June to 60/100.
- Our Istanbul, Cappadocia & Ephesus route recommends Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct, so July falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clothes102°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 73°F
- Lip balm and moisturizerdry air
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Selçuk in July
Start early and take shelter at midday: the picks below pair morning outings with places to cool off.
Temple of Artemis
Site of an ancient Wonder of the World, now one re-erected column in a marsh.
Şirince
Hill village of stone houses, olive groves and fruit wines, 8 km from Selçuk.
Şirince Artemis Restaurant & Wine House
Largest wine house in Şirince, in an old school with a terrace over the valley.
Why now July scores 60/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Selçuk Saturday Market
Large weekly market of Aegean produce, olives and cheeses.
Why now A break from 102°F afternoons.
Kybele Gastro
Well-reviewed Selçuk restaurant for Aegean and Turkish dishes.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
Nearby in July
- Mykonos in July~117 mi · highs 77°F, 0.1 in rain · 14°C (25°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Naxos in July~124 mi · highs 80°F, 0.1 in rain · 13°C (23°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Santorini in July~150 mi · highs 79°F, 0.1 in rain · 13°C (23°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Athens in July~198 mi · highs 91°F, 0.4 in rain · 6°C (11°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~254 m to Selçuk's ~30 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Selçuk in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Selçuk?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 60/100, held back mainly by heat. The best months are March – May and October & November. Expect highs of 102°F (39°C) and 0.2 in (4 mm) of rain. Our Istanbul, Cappadocia & Ephesus route recommends Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct, so July is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Selçuk in July?
Average highs are 102°F (39°C) and average lows 73°F (23°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Selçuk in July?
Not much: about 0.2 in (4 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 2nd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 26.7 in (677 mm).
What should I pack for Selçuk in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (102°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), a warm layer for evenings (lows near 73°F) and lip balm and moisturizer (dry air).
Planning Selçuk in July?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.