Trabzon
City in Turkey
Trabzon is a city in Turkey with a population of about 824,000 people. Located 594 km from the capital, Ankara, it is known for historic religious sites including the Sumela Monastery and the Hagia Sophia.
What to see
The city features several significant religious structures. Visitors can explore the Sumela Monastery, as well as the Hagia Sophia and the Fatih Mosque. Saint Anne Church is also located in the area.
When to go
The warmest months are June, July, and August, with daily highs ranging from 22 °C to 25 °C. July is the driest month, recording 41 mm of rain over about 11 days. The cooler months of January and February see daily highs of 9 °C. Rainfall is frequent throughout the year, with October being the wettest month at 129 mm of rain over about 14 days.
Getting there
Trabzon International Airport is located 6 km from the city. For international connections, the Alexander Kartveli Batumi International Airport in Georgia is 171 km away.
Top sights in Trabzon
Weather by month
The warmest month is August, with an average high of 25 °C. The wettest is October, with about 129 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 9 | 9 | 11 | 15 | 18 | 22 | 24 | 25 | 22 | 19 | 15 | 12 |
| Average low, °C | 5 | 4 | 6 | 10 | 14 | 18 | 21 | 22 | 19 | 15 | 11 | 7 |
| Rainfall, mm | 87 | 75 | 71 | 67 | 56 | 55 | 41 | 50 | 79 | 129 | 110 | 86 |
| Rainy days | 14 | 10 | 14 | 10 | 14 | 12 | 11 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 11 | 11 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Trabzon (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
Also worth a look
- Saint Anne Church, Trabzon