November is when Antalya shifts from beach-resort mode to something quieter and noticeably cheaper. The charter flights from Düsseldorf and Manchester thin out, Lara Beach hotels slash their rates, and daytime temperatures settle to a comfortable 22°C (72°F). Nights fall to around 12°C (53°F), cool enough for a jacket on evening walks through Kaleiçi's narrow Ottoman-era lanes. The tradeoff is November's 83mm of rainfall across roughly 8 days, a clear step up from October's 45mm, though still well below December's 173mm.
This is not the Antalya of poolside cocktails and all-inclusive wristbands. The Mediterranean is still there, and early November sea temperatures around 20–21°C (68–70°F) might tempt a swim. But the sunbathe-all-day rhythm of a Turkish July is done. What November gives you instead is the city that locals actually use. Restaurants in the Muratpaşa district fill with Turkish families rather than tour groups. The Roman ruins at Perge sit nearly empty. A 4-star hotel in Konyaaltı that runs 150–200 EUR a night in August can drop below 60 EUR.
November 10 brings the whole country to a halt at 9:05 AM for Atatürk Commemoration Day. Traffic stops, ships sound their horns across Antalya's old harbor, and the nation observes a minute of silence for Mustafa Kemal Atatürk. The main ceremony in Antalya takes place at the Atatürk monument on Cumhuriyet Meydanı.
Why visit in November
- Hotel rates in Konyaaltı and Lara drop 50–70% from their July–August peaks, with quality 4-star stays available under 60 EUR per night
- Daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) are ideal for exploring ancient sites like Perge and Termessos, where summer's 37°C makes extended outdoor visits miserable
- Major archaeological sites and Antalya Müzesi are nearly empty compared to the 2–3 million tourists who pass through the region during each summer month
- The Mediterranean still holds enough warmth in early November for swimming, with sea temperatures around 20–21°C (68–70°F)
Worth knowing
- About 83mm of rain across 8 days means you'll likely lose 2–3 full days to weather, and outdoor plans need flexible backup options
- Many beachfront restaurants, bars, and resort facilities along Lara and Kundu close for the winter season starting late October
- Shorter daylight with sunset around 5:15 PM by late November limits time for outdoor sightseeing at far-flung sites like Aspendos
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November in Antalya is mild and changeable. Expect daytime highs around 22°C (72°F) and overnight lows near 12°C (53°F), which means comfortable conditions for walking and sightseeing through most of the day. The 83mm of rainfall typically arrives in shorter, heavier bursts rather than all-day drizzle. You might get 3–4 dry days in a row followed by a solid downpour. Humidity sits around 63%, noticeably more comfortable than the sticky 70–80% of high summer. The Mediterranean still holds some warmth from the long summer, with sea temperatures around 20–21°C (68–70°F) in the first half of the month, though that drops toward 18°C by late November. Mornings can feel genuinely cool, especially when a northerly wind comes down off the Taurus Mountains.
Year-round climate
Averages from the last 5 years.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rainfall (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 15 | 7 | 157 |
| Feb | 16 | 6 | 91 |
| Mar | 18 | 8 | 71 |
| Apr | 23 | 11 | 60 |
| May | 27 | 16 | 59 |
| Jun | 33 | 21 | 21 |
| Jul | 37 | 25 | 10 |
| Aug | 35 | 24 | 7 |
| Sep | 33 | 21 | 21 |
| Oct | 27 | 16 | 45 |
| Nov | 22 | 12 | 83 |
| Dec | 17 | 8 | 173 |
Best things to do in November
Hiking the Lycian Way
hikingThe 540-kilometer trail from Fethiye to Antalya runs along the Mediterranean coast through ancient Lycian ruins, pine forests, and cliff-top paths. The stretch from Olympos to Antalya is accessible from the city and takes 3–5 days for a meaningful multi-day section. Trail markers are generally reliable, though a GPS app helps at junctions.
November's 22°C highs are ideal for sustained walking. The same sections are dangerously hot at 37°C in July–August, and December brings heavy rain that makes exposed coastal sections slippery and unpleasant.Booking tipNo booking needed for the trail itself, but reserve pansiyons in Çıralı and Adrasan at least a week ahead. November draws more independent hikers than you might expect.
Exploring the ruins of Termessos
archaeologyThis ancient Pisidian city sits at around 1,665 meters in the Güllük Dağı Termessos Millî Parkı, about 34 km northwest of Antalya. The site is spread across a steep mountainside and takes 3–4 hours to explore properly. Alexander the Great reportedly chose to bypass the city rather than attempt a siege of its natural defenses.
Summer temperatures above 35°C make the steep, exposed 30-minute climb to the upper ruins genuinely dangerous. November's 15–20°C at altitude is comfortable, and you'll likely have the entire site to yourself.Booking tipRent a car or arrange a private transfer. No regular public transport runs to Termessos, and taxi drivers may not want to wait the 3–4 hours you'll need.
Visiting Düden Waterfalls after autumn rains
natureThe Düden River creates two separate waterfalls near Antalya. Upper Düden (Düdenbaşı Şelalesi) in the Kepez district sits in a park setting with walkways and caves behind the cascade. Lower Düden drops roughly 40 meters directly into the Mediterranean at Lara, and you can watch it from boats below or the cliff-top park above.
Autumn rainfall increases the Düden River's volume noticeably. After the late-summer trickle of August and September, November's flow is strong enough to make the walk behind the upper falls dramatic rather than disappointing.Seeing the Yanartaş eternal flames at Olympos
natureNatural methane vents on the hillside above ancient Olympos produce flames that have been burning for at least 2,500 years. The site is about 80 km southwest of Antalya near Çıralı. The 20-minute uphill hike to the main cluster of vents is best done at dusk, when the flames show clearly against the darkening mountainside.
November's earlier sunset, around 5:15 PM, means you can see the flames by 5:30 rather than waiting until 8 PM as you would in July. The cooler air also seems to make the flames appear more prominent, and the uphill hike is comfortable rather than sweat-soaked.Booking tipCombine with a visit to the Olympos ruins and a night in Çıralı for a rewarding overnight trip from Antalya.
Walking the ancient city of Perge
archaeologyOne of the best-preserved Greco-Roman cities in Turkey, 18 km east of central Antalya. The site includes a stadium that seated 12,000, a 15,000-capacity theater, colonnaded streets, Roman baths, and an agora. Most of the site is unshaded and exposed.
At 22°C, Perge is comfortable to explore for 2–3 hours at a walking pace. In July at 37°C, the unshaded ruins are punishing and most visitors last about 45 minutes before retreating. November also means you can actually photograph the colonnaded street without 40 people in the frame.Visiting Aspendos Theater
cultureLikely the best-preserved Roman theater in the world, 47 km east of Antalya. It seats roughly 15,000 and the acoustics still work. A whisper from the stage reaches the top rows. The main Aspendos Opera and Ballet Festival runs in summer, but occasional performances happen in the autumn shoulder season.
November's low crowds mean you can sit in the stone seats and test the famous acoustics without hundreds of tour-group members drowning you out. The comfortable temperature also makes lingering worthwhile rather than a quick photo stop.Olive harvest tours in the Döşemealtı district
food and cultureNovember is peak olive harvest season in the villages north of Antalya, particularly around Döşemealtı and into the lower Taurus foothills. Some small producers welcome visitors to watch or participate in the traditional harvest, and to taste the fresh-pressed oil before it reaches market shelves.
The olive harvest runs roughly from late October through November. This is the only window to see the traditional process and to buy oil that was pressed the same week.Booking tipAsk at your hotel or the Antalya tourist information office for current harvest-tour contacts. These are informal arrangements with local producers, not ticketed excursions.
What to eat in November
In season: fruit
Nar (Pomegranate)
November is peak pomegranate season across the Antalya province. Market stalls and street vendors press fresh nar suyu on the spot. The fruit reaches its sweetest in this narrow window between late October and early December, and the Antalya-grown varieties tend to be darker and more intensely flavored than what gets exported to European supermarkets.
Mandalina (Mandarin Oranges)
The Antalya region produces a significant share of Turkey's citrus crop, and mandarin season opens in November. Freshly picked fruit at local markets in Kepez and Muratpaşa is noticeably sweeter and juicier than anything that survives the export journey. Look for the smaller, loose-skinned varieties.
On menus now
Tarhana Çorbası
This fermented grain-and-yogurt soup starts appearing on lokanta menus across Antalya when temperatures drop in November. Each household and restaurant works from their own tarhana powder, dried over summer and reconstituted into a thick, tangy, slightly sour bowl. The texture is somewhere between porridge and broth, and it warms you from the inside on a rainy Kaleiçi evening.
Piyaz
Antalya's signature white bean salad with tahini dressing, sliced onion, and flat parsley. Available year-round, but piyaz paired with şiş köfte is the classic local lunch, and November's cooler weather makes the heavier tahini dressing more appealing than during the sweaty summer months. The Antalya version is distinctly different from the vinegar-dressed piyaz you'll find in other Turkish cities.
Street food peaks
Kestane (Roasted Chestnuts)
Chestnut vendors fire up their coal carts near Hadrian's Gate and along Atatürk Caddesi starting in late October. The smell of charring shells drifts through Kaleiçi's lanes and is hard to miss on a November evening walk. The nuts are smoky, slightly sweet, and best eaten warm out of the paper bag.
What to drink
Salep
A warm, thick drink made from powdered orchid root that street vendors in Kaleiçi start serving when evening temperatures dip below about 15°C. Each cup comes dusted with cinnamon. The texture is closer to a thin pudding than a tea, and it's one of those drinks that only makes sense when the air has a chill.
Regular events in November
Atatürk Commemoration Day (Atatürk'ü Anma Günü)Free
At precisely 9:05 AM on November 10, marking the moment of Atatürk's death in 1938, the entire country observes a minute of silence. Cars stop on highways, ships sound their horns, and pedestrians stand still wherever they are. In Antalya, the main ceremony is held at the Atatürk monument on Cumhuriyet Meydanı. The day is solemn rather than celebratory, and some museums may have adjusted hours.
November 10Öğretmenler Günü (Teachers' Day)Free
Turkey honors its teachers on November 24, a date chosen because Atatürk accepted the title of Head Teacher on this day in 1928. Schools hold ceremonies, and students present gifts and flowers. Visitors will notice flower shops doing brisk business and groups of school children in the streets around Muratpaşa.
November 24Zeytin Hasadı (Olive Harvest Season)Free
The Antalya hinterland enters peak olive harvest in November, particularly the Döşemealtı and Korkuteli districts northwest of the city. Village cooperatives sometimes run informal harvest events and fresh-oil tastings. The Korkuteli area produces several thousand tons of olive oil annually and the harvest is a defining rhythm of life in the Antalya backcountry through November.
Throughout NovemberBest places this November
Termessos and Güllük Dağı Millî Parkı
archaeological siteThe ancient Pisidian mountain city is best visited in the cooler months. November's comfortable temperatures and the surrounding national park's pine forests make a full-day outing worthwhile. The drive from central Antalya takes about 40 minutes, and the ruins require a steady uphill walk from the parking area.
DöşemealtıKaleiçi (Old Town)
historic neighborhoodAntalya's historic core is pleasant year-round, but November's quieter cobblestone streets feel like a different place from the shoulder-to-shoulder summer version. The Ottoman-era wooden houses, Roman-era Hadrian's Gate, the Yivli Minare (Fluted Minaret), and the old harbor are all within a 15-minute walk of each other. Evening light on the stone walls with fewer people around is worth the cooler temperatures.
KaleiçiKaraalioğlu Parkı
parkThis cliff-top park on Antalya's southern edge overlooks the Mediterranean and the distant Beydağları peaks. November afternoons, when the light turns golden and the paths are nearly empty, are especially good for a walk. The Hıdırlık Kulesi, a 2nd-century Roman tower at the park's eastern edge, makes a useful landmark.
KaleiçiDüdenbaşı Şelalesi (Upper Düden Waterfalls)
natural landmarkThe upper falls in the Kepez district are surrounded by a park with paved walkways that lead behind the cascade through a natural cave system. November's increased water volume from autumn rains makes the walk behind the curtain of water more dramatic than in the drier summer months. The spray is cold and the rocks are slippery, so watch your footing.
KepezAntalya Müzesi
museumOne of Turkey's finest archaeological museums, housing artifacts from Perge, Aspendos, Termessos, Side, and other nearby ancient cities. The Hall of the Gods and the Roman sarcophagi collection are worth at least 2 hours. A rainy November day is the ideal excuse to spend a full morning here.
KonyaaltıKonyaaltı Sahili and Beach Park
beach and waterfrontThe 7-kilometer pebble beach west of central Antalya is backed by the Beydağları range. In November, the waterfront promenade is quiet and good for long walks. Early in the month, the sea might still be warm enough for a quick swim at around 20–21°C (68–70°F). The pebbles are hard on bare feet, so water shoes help.
KonyaaltıKurşunlu Şelalesi (Kurşunlu Waterfall)
natural landmarkLocated about 22 km northeast of Antalya in a pine and cypress forest. The waterfall and its surrounding pools are quieter and less touristed than the Düden falls year-round, and November's autumn tones in the canopy and increased water flow make this a particularly rewarding half-day trip. The forest trail takes about 45 minutes to loop.
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Insider tips
On November 10 at 9:05 AM, the entire country stops for a minute of silence honoring Atatürk. If you're in a taxi, the driver will pull over. If you're on Atatürk Caddesi, everyone around you will freeze in place. Stand still with everyone else. It's considered deeply disrespectful to keep walking or talking during the silence.
Skip the rooftop restaurants directly inside Hadrian's Gate. They charge tourist premiums year-round and the food tends to be average. Walk 10 minutes deeper into Kaleiçi or cross into the Muratpaşa side to eat where local families eat. The lokantas there serve a full meal for a fraction of the Gate-side prices.
If you want to swim, aim for the first 10 days of November. By the third week, sea temperatures typically drop below 19°C (66°F), which is uncomfortable for most people. The Konyaaltı shoreline tends to run slightly warmer than the Lara side.
The Antray T1 tram line connects the Antalya Müzesi stop through Kaleiçi to the Doğu Garajı, and costs far less than a taxi. For ancient sites outside the city like Perge (18 km) or Aspendos (47 km), renting a car for the day is more practical and cheaper than organized tour-group excursions, which still charge summer-adjacent rates even though the sites are empty.
Avoid these mistakes
- Booking an all-inclusive Lara beach resort and expecting the full summer experience. Many resort pools are unheated and feel cold at 22°C air temperature, half the on-site restaurants close for winter by November, and the animation teams that run poolside activities have left for the season.
- Planning a rigid outdoor itinerary with no backup for rain. November's 8 rainy days are an average, and some years bring 10–12. Keep Antalya Müzesi and indoor dining in Kaleiçi as flexible alternatives you can swap in when the weather turns.
- Scheduling Termessos or the Lycian Way without checking the 3-day forecast. Mountain sites sit 1,000+ meters above the coast and can be significantly colder, windier, and wetter than Antalya city. A sunny morning in Konyaaltı does not guarantee a dry afternoon at 1,665 meters.
Practical tips for November
Most Lara and Kundu beach hotels switch to winter rates and reduced services by late October, with some closing entirely until April. Book accommodation in Kaleiçi or Konyaaltı for better access to restaurants and transport that stays open year-round. The Antray tram runs until about 11 PM. Domestic flights from Istanbul to Antalya operate frequently on Turkish Airlines and Pegasus, and November fares drop well below summer rates. Rental cars are inexpensive and roads in the Antalya province are well-maintained. Credit cards are widely accepted in Antalya, but carry some Turkish lira for market vendors, smaller lokantas, and the chestnut sellers along Kaleiçi's lanes. Mosque visits require covered shoulders and knees for both men and women. Women should bring a headscarf. The Yivli Minare Camii in Kaleiçi has loaner scarves at the entrance. Sunset is around 5:30 PM at the start of November and drops to about 5:10 PM by month's end, so plan outdoor excursions for mornings to maximize daylight.
FAQ
Is November a good time to visit Antalya?
November is a good, not great, month for Antalya. It ranks roughly 6th out of 12 months. The weather is mild at 22°C (72°F) during the day, hotel prices drop 50–70% from summer, and archaeological sites like Perge and Termessos are nearly empty. The drawback is rain, about 83mm across 8 days, and shorter daylight hours. It's a strong choice if you prioritize sightseeing, hiking, and value over beach time, but not ideal if you want a guaranteed sun-and-sea holiday.
Can you swim in the sea in Antalya in November?
In early November, possibly. The Mediterranean holds around 20–21°C (68–70°F) in the first two weeks, which is cool but swimmable for most people. By the third week, temperatures typically drop below 19°C and swimming becomes uncomfortable. If a swim matters to you, plan for the first 10 days and check the forecast. The Konyaaltı shoreline tends to run slightly warmer than the Lara side.
What should I wear in Antalya in November?
Layers. Mornings and evenings at 12°C (53°F) need a sweater and jacket. Afternoons at 22°C (72°F) can be comfortable in a light long-sleeve shirt. A waterproof jacket is a requirement given the 8 rainy days on average. Closed-toe shoes with decent grip handle Kaleiçi's wet cobblestones and Termessos's rocky trails better than sandals or light sneakers.
Is Antalya crowded in November?
No. November is firmly low season. The 2–3 million monthly visitors who flood the Antalya region in summer drop off sharply, and you'll notice the difference immediately at Perge, Aspendos, and the Antalya Müzesi. Some beach-focused businesses close for winter, but restaurants, shops, and cultural sites in Kaleiçi and Muratpaşa stay open and feel refreshingly local.
Does it rain a lot in Antalya in November?
November averages about 83mm of rain across 8 days. That's a noticeable increase from October's 45mm but well below December's 173mm, which is the wettest month. The rain typically arrives in shorter, heavier bursts rather than all-day drizzle. You might get 3–4 dry days in a row followed by a solid downpour, so a waterproof jacket and flexible plans handle it well.
Things to Do in Antalya in November
Free cancellation Pamukkale Hierapolis and Cleopatra's Pool Tour with lunch from Antalya
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Free cancellation Antalya City Tour: Old Town, Waterfalls, Boat & Cable Car
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Free cancellation Antalya Small Group Pamukkale Hot Springs & Hierapolis Tour
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Free cancellation Ancient Perge, Aspendos Amphitheater and City of Side Tour
Day trip — 10 hours, free cancellation.
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Free cancellation Antalya: City Tour with Boat Trip, Old Town & Waterfalls
Cruise — 8 hours, free cancellation.
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Free cancellation Perge, Aspendos, Side and Waterfall Full Day Tour
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