Best Time to Play Golf in Turkey, 2026
Turkey's golf is concentrated on the Belek coast near Antalya, a pine fringed strip of championship resort courses with around three hundred days of sunshine a year. It plays almost the whole year. Here is when to go in 2026.
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Belek, a year round coast
Turkey's golf calendar is led by Belek, the resort strip east of Antalya where almost every notable course sits within a short drive of the next. Backed by around three hundred sunny days a year, the broad season runs from autumn through winter and into late spring, with the hot, quieter weeks of high summer at the far end. The high season, prized for weather and atmosphere, falls in autumn, roughly September to November, and again from mid February into May.
For most travellers the sweet spots are spring and autumn, when mild days in the high teens to mid twenties Celsius give comfortable, all day golf and the courses are in tournament condition. High summer, June to August, is hot, often above thirty Celsius, so play early or late. Winter stays mild and sunny enough for very comfortable golf at the best value of the year, which is why the long stay and unlimited rounds deals appear in the cold months.
Spring, March to May
Among the finest windows of the year. The Belek courses are lush and in fine condition, the days are mild in the high teens to mid twenties, and the resorts are lively without the summer heat. April and May in particular pair excellent weather with the buzz of peak season along the coast.
Summer, June to August
Bright and hot. Temperatures on the Antalya coast often climb above thirty Celsius, so early morning or late afternoon tee times are the comfortable choice, and rain is rare. Many Belek courses overseed in the cooler months, so check the condition of the fairways before committing to a high summer trip.
Autumn, September to November
Spring's equal and for many the very best time. September can still be warm at the high twenties to low thirties before cooling through October and November into the high teens, leaving mild, settled days and courses in top form. It is peak season for weather and value together.
Winter, December to February
Very much in play. Belek stays mild, with days typically in the high single figures to mid teens Celsius and plenty of sunshine, so golf is comfortable in a quieter, calmer setting and at the lowest prices of the year. This is the window for long stay packages and unlimited golf deals.
The Turkey golf year at a glance
| Window | What to expect | Verdict |
|---|---|---|
| March to May | Mild high teens to mid twenties, lush courses, lively coast | Best overall |
| June | Warming fast, settled, fewer crowds before peak heat | Early summer |
| July to August | Hot, often above thirty, early tee times, check overseeding | Heat of summer |
| September to October | Easing heat, mild settled days, tournament condition | Peak value |
| November | Cooling into the high teens, still very pleasant | Late shoulder |
| December to February | Mild and sunny, quiet, long stay and unlimited deals | Winter value |
Guidance reflects typical conditions and value; weather varies year to year and many courses overseed. Always confirm directly before booking.
Our take
For the best of Turkey, aim for spring, March into May, or autumn, September into November, when mild high teens to mid twenties warmth and tournament condition courses line up across Belek, with the resorts at their liveliest. High summer is hot, often above thirty Celsius, so play early or late and check overseeding before you book. Winter is the value play, mild and sunny enough for comfortable golf at the lowest prices, with the long stay and unlimited rounds deals that make Belek such a strong cold season escape. Use our month by month travel calendar to fine tune the week, and lean on the Turkey destination guide, our best courses list and a ready built Turkey golf holiday to choose where to play, from Carya to the Montgomerie and Pasha courses.
Time your Turkey golf trip
Tell us which Belek courses you want to play and roughly when, and one concierge will pin the best window for weather and value, then build the trip around it, costed to the head.
Turkey golf timing questions
When is the best time to play golf in Turkey?
Spring, March to May, and autumn, September to November, are the sweet spots in Belek, with mild days in the high teens to mid twenties Celsius, lush fairways and tournament condition greens. These shoulder seasons combine the best weather with the busiest, liveliest atmosphere on the coast.
Can you play golf in Turkey in winter?
Yes. Belek stays mild through the winter, with days typically in the high single figures to mid teens Celsius and plenty of sunshine, so golf is comfortable in a quieter setting and at the best value of the year. Winter is when the long stay and unlimited golf deals appear.
Is it too hot to play golf in Turkey in summer?
It can be. From June to August the Antalya coast is hot, often above thirty Celsius, so golf is most comfortable with early morning or late afternoon tee times. Many courses also overseed in the cooler months, so check conditions before booking a high summer trip.
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Researched and written by the GolfForKings editorial desk. Seasonal guidance reflects typical conditions; weather varies year to year. Last reviewed June 2026.