What's the weather like in Fethiye in December
The weather in Fethiye, Turkey, in December is cold but still relatively mild, especially when compared with the weather in the UK this time of year.
Temperature
The average day temperature is 12°C, which makes this the third coolest month of the year in the resort. January and February are colder, March a tiny bit warmer. At night, the mercury drops to an average low of 9°Che first time it has been below 10°C since last March. In the afternoons, the average high temperature reaches 14°C, which, all things considered, is still pleasantly comfortable. Both the average low and high temperatures tend to decrease slightly in the course of the month.
Sea Temperature
The sea temperature is relatively warm in December, averaging 18°C, but definitely too low for comfortable dips in the Mediterranean Sea.
Precipitation
There is a fair amount of precipitation in December with an average of 14 days of rainfall and a total precipitation of 124mm. This makes December the wettest month of the year in Fethiye. The probability that rainfall occurs increases slightly in the course of the month, although only a tiny bit.
Rainfall
In the beginning of the month, there is a 40% chance that rainfall occurs. By the end, that chance has increased a little to 44%. There are three types of rainfall this time of year. Thunderstorms are the most common and are recorded on 56% of the days with rainfall. Light rain and moderate rain come in second and third, respectively occurring on 30% and 14% of the rainy days.
Day Length
December is the "shortest" month of the year in terms of day length. December 21 is the shortest day of the entire year, with 9.39 hours of daylight. The other days are only slightly longer. Cloud cover reaches its annual maximum at the end of December, when it's at 79%.
Sunshine Hours
Those two factors are the reasons December is the least sunny of all months. Each day has 7 sunshine hours on average.
Fethiye Hotels for December
Lykia Botanika
Situated amid a lush forest of Günlük trees, beautiful botanic gardens and next to its very own beach, Lykia Botanika has arguably the best location of all hotels in Fethiye. The grounds of the hotel comprise no less than 60,000 square metres, offering visitors a secluded place to stay, a perfect area to completely relax and forget about the stressful life they lead back home. There are 13 building blocks in the complex, housing the well-equipped rooms, but also many of the hotel's world-class facilities.
The facilities include, but aren't limited to, an adventure playground for children, a wellness centre, a gymnasium, a kids' club, a private beach with sunbeds and a snack bar, a swimming pool, water slides, a few restaurants and bars, and various sports courts and fields. Services include laundry service, car rentals, ironing service and a hair dresser. To make your stay even more convenient, there is an all-inclusive option as well.
Majestic Hotel Marina Vista
Located on the waterfront in Fethiye and boasting magnificent views over the bay, the Majesty Hotel Marina Vista is a friendly and welcoming Turkish hotel. Featuring a swimming pool, a sun terrace with sunbeds, an excellent restaurant with sea views, a seasonal diving school and a snack bar, this is a hotel that aims to make your stay is comfortable as possible. Additionally, there are also meeting rooms, laundry facilities and Wi-Fi throughout the entire hotel.
Ece Saray Marina & Resort Hotel
A colonial-style spa hotel situated in the Fethiye marina, the Ece Saray Marina & Resort Hotel offers comfortable rooms and plenty of facilities to make your stay as convenient as possible. Facilities include a children's pool, a swimming pool, a hot tub, a gym, a spa and beauty centre, a lounge bar and a restaurant that serves Mediterranean and international food. The 48 rooms include 14 luxury suites and are equipped with an en-suite bathroom, internet access, a mini-bar, air-conditioning and a king-size bed. The suites also have a whirlpool bath with hydro-massage.
Bars and Restaurants
Deep Blue Bar
Perhaps you're looking for an evening out and some good music. Fethiye's Deep Blue Bar has you covered. With cocktails, beer, and a fireplace to sit around, this bar will have you comfortably relaxed in no time. Situated near the old town, guests can enjoy drinks, friends, good service, and plenty of rock songs to wind down after a long day of vacationing. Live music and sports viewing events are held at the bar as well.
Guven's Restaurant & Bar
If you're looking for a perfect spot to watch the sunset, check out Guven's Restaurant & Bar. The bar is situated right on the beach with several cozy locations for lounging, drinking and eating. The restaurant also offers free sunbeds, the use of their pool table, and even a library for all of the bookworms out there. If you are looking for a nice, true holiday experience, Guven's is a must-go.
King Garden Restaurant
Arguably one of the greatest eating venues in Fethiye, the Kings Garden Restaurant sits right beneath the spectacular Lycian Rock Tombs and overlooks the town and the sea and islands beyond. The indoor and outdoor seating areas make that this is a popular place all-year round. While the views are incredible, the food is great as well. The menu focuses on traditional cuisine, such as Ottoman and Turkish dishes. If you reserve a table in advance, the restaurant will pick you up and drop you off at your hotel.
Things to do in Fethiye in December
The winter is not one of the most popular times to visit because it is hard to enjoy one of Fethiye's most popular attractionsts beaches. In addition, there are fewer hours of sunlight during the winter with only 7 hours of daily sunshine in December. Despite the chilly weather and the (relative) lack of sunshine, there are many things to do in Fethiye during the month of December.
Olu Deniz
If you are in the area for a few days, you might want to explore the areas around Fethiye. The beautiful resort of Olu Deniz has a beach with perfect places to view the famous Turkish sunsets. Olu Deniz is only a quick 30 minutes bus ride from Fethiye.
City of Myra
One of the most exciting things you can do is visit the real home of Santa. St. Nicholas, who is known as Father Christmas, lived for a while in a town close to Fethiye and his church is still there. The church, which is located in the City of Myra, is a bit of a drive from Fethiyepproximately three hours awayut is not only a great experience by itself; it is also a great way to see the beautiful coast. Seeing the home of Santa Clause can be costly, though. There is a separate entry fee for both the City of Myra as well as the entrance to the church, but, if you are in the Christmas spirit and want to see a beautiful piece of history, it is a great trip to make.
