Early autumn · Weather & things to do
Selçuk in September
Selçuk cools off: highs slip to 92°F (33°C), from 102°F in August, with lows of 65°F (18°C) and about 0.7 in (18 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 76/100, 6th of 12.
- Avg high
- 92°F (33°C)
- Avg low
- 65°F (18°C)
- Rain
- 0.7 in (18 mm)
- Humidity
- 48%
- Cloud cover
- 16%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 14 min
- Comfort score
- 76/100 · Great
What September feels like
Expect proper heat: afternoons average 92°F (33°C), so plan walking and hiking for the morning and save midday for shade, lunch or a swim.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 65°F (18°C), about 15°C (27°F) below the afternoon high.
Rain is scarce: about 0.7 in (18 mm) for the whole month.
Sunny spells dominate: cloud cover averages 16%.
Plan around September
September sits mid-table; the best months are March – May and October & November.
- Comfort improves from 60/100 in August to 76/100.
- September sits inside the Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct window our Istanbul, Cappadocia & Ephesus route recommends.
What to pack for September
- Light, breathable clothes92°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 65°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Selçuk in September
Start early and take shelter at midday: the picks below pair morning outings with places to cool off.
House of the Virgin Mary
Small stone chapel on Mount Koressos, a pilgrimage site for Christians and Muslims.
Basilica of St. John
Ruins of Justinian's basilica over the traditional tomb of John the Apostle.
Why now A break from 92°F afternoons.
Şirince Artemis Restaurant & Wine House
Largest wine house in Şirince, in an old school with a terrace over the valley.
Why now September scores 76/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Selçuk Saturday Market
Large weekly market of Aegean produce, olives and cheeses.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
Kybele Gastro
Well-reviewed Selçuk restaurant for Aegean and Turkish dishes.
Nearby in September
- Mykonos in September~117 mi · highs 75°F, 0.8 in rain · 9°C (17°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Naxos in September~124 mi · highs 77°F, 0.7 in rain · 8°C (15°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Santorini in September~150 mi · highs 76°F, 0.7 in rain · 9°C (15°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Athens in September~198 mi · highs 83°F, 1.1 in rain · 5°C (9°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 September: quick answers
Is September a good time to visit Selçuk?
It's middling, scoring 76/100. The best months are March – May and October & November, at up to 99. Expect highs of 92°F (33°C) and 0.7 in (18 mm) of rain. September is inside the Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct window our Istanbul, Cappadocia & Ephesus route recommends.
How hot is Selçuk in September?
Average highs are 92°F (33°C) and average lows 65°F (18°C), making it the 4th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Selçuk in September?
Not much: about 0.7 in (18 mm) of rain falls across September on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 26.7 in (677 mm).
What should I pack for Selçuk in September?
Bring light, breathable clothes (92°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 65°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in September
- Istanbul, Cappadocia & Ephesus Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct
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