Selçuk
City in Turkey
Selçuk is a city in Turkey with a population of 37,386 as of 2020. Located 522 kilometers from the capital, Ankara, it is primarily known for its significant historical landmarks.
What to see
The area contains several UNESCO World Heritage sites, including the ancient Temple of Artemis and the House of the Virgin Mary. Visitors can also explore the Library of Celsus. Other sites of interest in the city include the Ephesus Archaeological Museum, the Seven Sleepers, and the İsa Bey Mosque.
When to go
The best time to visit depends on your preference for heat. Summer months like July and August are hot, with daily highs reaching 35 °C and 34 °C respectively, and very little rain. Spring, particularly April and May, offers milder temperatures between 20 °C and 26 °C. The winter months, from December to January, are the wettest, with high amounts of rainfall and temperatures dropping to lows of 4 °C to 6 °C.
Getting there
The nearest airport is Adnan Menderes International Airport in Gaziemir, Turkey, which is located 43 kilometers from Selçuk.
Top sights in Selçuk
Weather by month
The warmest month is July, with an average high of 35 °C. The wettest is January, with about 138 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 12 | 13 | 16 | 20 | 26 | 31 | 35 | 35 | 30 | 24 | 17 | 13 |
| Average low, °C | 4 | 4 | 6 | 9 | 14 | 18 | 21 | 21 | 18 | 14 | 9 | 6 |
| Rainfall, mm | 138 | 96 | 76 | 46 | 28 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 16 | 39 | 111 | 136 |
| Rainy days | 13 | 9 | 10 | 5 | 7 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 8 | 10 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Selçuk (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
Also worth a look
- Seven Sleepers
- İsa Bey Mosque