Spring Turkey is beautiful in its own way. You can safely see all the sights without crowds of tourists and in good weather. Just imagine beautiful nature, sea air and blooming flowers. Just a fairy tale.
Advantages of holidays in Turkey in March
From March, golf season opens in Turkey, both for beginners and professionals in this field. Almost every hotel has a luxurious golf course.
And that's not the only advantage of offseason travel. You can not only relax away from the hustle and bustle, enjoying tranquility, but also explore all the attractions without the crowds. And most importantly, it's cost-effective.
Prices, compared to peak beach season, are moderate. You can purchase a package tour for only 1030-1650 TYR for a weekly vacation for one person. The list of the best cities for a March holiday in Turkey is headed by Belek.
Weather in Turkey in March
The weather conditions in Turkey in March are not much different from winter temperatures. The beach season is closed, and the sea is stormy. Snow still covers the ski resorts.
The average daytime air temperature is + 150 C ... +190 C. At night, the thermometer drops to +80 C ... +100 C.
Water warms up to +15...+18°C on average.
Swimming in the sea is not recommended, but if desired, you can find hotels with indoor pools that use seawater. Keep in mind that short rain showers occur in March, so don't forget to bring a raincoat.
Towards the end of the month, the amount of rainfall decreases, and cold winds from the sea gradually diminish.
Weather conditions in different regions
In Turkey, the climate may vary in different regions. This also needs to be paid attention to.
In Istanbul, the temperature does not rise above +11°C.
In Antalya and Belek, daily figures are +17°C.
Kemer is the warmest place. The column of a mercury thermometer shows +19 ° C during the day, and +8 ° C at night.
In Cesme and Izmir, the air temperature rarely warms up above +15 °C.
In Bodrum, tourists will enjoy warm nights and +10 °C.
Things to do in Turkey in spring
March is a wonderful time to experience the local life in Turkey without the hustle and bustle of tourists. Vacationing in Turkey is not just about swimming in the sea or lounging on the beach. You have a great opportunity to immerse yourself in the daily life and culture of the locals, and the weather conditions allow for it.
Visit Istanbul
First of all, visit Istanbul. It is located on seven hills that lie simultaneously in Europe and in Asia. The city is washed by the Marmara and Black Seas. There is so much to see and do:
Galata observation deck offers a beautiful view of the Golden Horn Bay and the city's historical center.
The Blue Mosque of Sultan Ahmet is the most important active shrine of Istanbul.
The Hagia Sophia today operates as a museum. It has many panels, unique mosaics and minarets.
Topkapi Palace as the former residence of Sultan Suleiman I and his world-famous concubine, and after his wife, Roksolana. At the moment, the palace is the most famous museum in the world. The exposition has up to 65,000 items.
Go to the ski resorts
If you're craving winter activities, you can go snowboarding or skiing at the ski resorts of Erzurum and Uludağ. You'll have access to:
Have a shopping trip
And of course, shopping is always a great option. During the offseason, you can enjoy lower prices, so take your time and indulge in some retail therapy.
