Antakya
City in Turkey
Antakya is a city in Turkey with a population of about 378,000. Located 507 km from the capital, Ankara, it attracts visitors to its historic sites, including the Church of Saint Peter and the ruins of Bagras.
What to see
The city features the Church of Saint Peter, a significant historic site. Travelers also visit the ruins of Bagras, which are located in the vicinity.
When to go
The climate is mild in the spring and autumn, with high temperatures between 17 °C and 26 °C and moderate rainfall. Summers are hot, reaching 32 °C in July and August, with very little rain. Winters are cool and wet, with daily highs around 12 °C to 14 °C and significant rainfall, particularly in January and December when the city experiences about 135 mm of rain.
Getting there
The nearest airport is Hatay Airport, located 21 km from the city. Aleppo International Airport in Syria is also available, situated 96 km away.
Top sights in Antakya
Weather by month
The warmest month is August, with an average high of 32 °C. The wettest is January, with about 135 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 12 | 14 | 17 | 22 | 26 | 30 | 32 | 32 | 31 | 27 | 19 | 14 |
| Average low, °C | 5 | 5 | 8 | 11 | 15 | 19 | 21 | 22 | 21 | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Rainfall, mm | 135 | 135 | 119 | 75 | 58 | 20 | 8 | 8 | 43 | 76 | 110 | 135 |
| Rainy days | 15 | 9 | 12 | 6 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 11 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Antakya (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.