Things to do in Pamukkale in May

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Overview

May is a great time to visit Pamukkale. The weather is usually mildly cool, comfortable, with temperatures ranging from 51—75°F (10—24°C).

Pamukkale has plenty to offer for visitors of all ages and interests. In this article, we tell you the top things to see and do for your May trip to Pamukkale. Get inspired by the events, activities, attractions, and experiences unique to May. We’ll let you know where to explore events based on your interests, whether that’s food, culture, art, music, sport or others.

We’ll let you know everything you need to prepare for the weather in Pamukkale in May. Learn about what to wear and pack for your trip, the average temperatures throughout May, temperature changes from morning to evening and much more.

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Best events and things to do in Pamukkale in May

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Holidays in Pamukkale in May
May
  • Labor and Solidarity Day (May 1)
  • Commemoration of Atatürk, Youth and Sports Day (May 19)
Other notable holidays
  • Ramadan Feast Holiday (April 8)
  • Ramadan Feast Eve (April 9)
  • Ramadan Feast (April 912)
  • National Sovereignty and Children's Day (April 23)
  • Sacrifice Feast Eve (June 15)
  • Sacrifice Feast (June 1619)
  • Democracy and National Unity Day (July 15)
  • Victory Day (August 30)
  • Republic Day (October 2829)
  • Ataturk Commemoration Day (November 10)
  • New Year's Eve (December 31)
  • New Year's Day (January 1)
  • Ramadan Start (March 1)
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Weather in Pamukkale in May

Temperatures on an average day in Pamukkale in May

The average temperature in Pamukkale in May for a typical day ranges from a high of 75°F (24°C) to a low of 51°F (10°C). Some would describe it as mildly cool, comfortable.

For comparison, the hottest month in Pamukkale, August, has days with highs of 94°F (35°C) and lows of 65°F (18°C). The coldest month, January has days with highs of 47°F (8°C) and lows of 29°F (-2°C). This graph shows how an average day looks like in Pamukkale in May based on historical data.

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Historical temperature average in May
75°F
highs
51°F
lows

General weather summary

Mildly cool, comfortable
Feels like
21%
Chance of rain
0.073 in
Amount
8.2 mph
Wind speed
57%
Humidity
14.2 hrs
Daylight length
5:54 AM
Sunrise
8:05 PM
Sunset
59%
Cloud cover
T-shirt
What to wear
What to wear in May
With an average high of 75°F (24°C) and a low of 51°F (10°C), it generally feels mildly cool, comfortable. With that in mind, most people would dress in something light like your favorite t-shirt
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Best attractions for Pamukkale in May

Besides the array of exciting events and activities Pamukkale has to offer for travelers in May, we want to remind you of the classic attractions in Pamukkale that are great to visit at this time of the year as well! You can’t miss these iconic landmarks, local favorites, and places rich with cultural heritage. We hope to give you insights and inspiration into the best things to see and do to make the most of your visit. Here is a list of our top attractions in Pamukkale for May.
Travertines of Pamukkale
1. Travertines of Pamukkale
4.6
(70049)
Nature & Parks
Hot Springs & Geysers
Natural thermal pools surrounded by white limestone, accessed by a walk over rough rocks.
Hierapolis
2. Hierapolis
4.8
(9491)
Open air museum
Sights & Landmarks
Cleopatra Antique Pools
3. Cleopatra Antique Pools
4.3
(1993)
Thermal baths
Nature & Parks
Hierapolis ancient theater
4. Hierapolis ancient theater
4.9
(2525)
Amphitheater
Concerts & Shows
Natural Park
5. Natural Park
4.5
(563)
Park
Nature & Parks
Rocky expanse with a lake, a swimming pool, panoramic views & a simple waterfront cafe.
Pamukkale
6. Pamukkale
Outdoor Activities
Scenic Drives
Pamukkale is a town in western Turkey known for the mineral-rich thermal waters flowing down white travertine terraces on a nearby hillside. It neighbors Hierapolis, an ancient Roman spa city founded around 190 B.C. Ruins there include a well-preserved theater and a necropolis with sarcophagi that stretch for 2km. The Antique Pool is famous for its submerged Roman columns, the result of an earthquake.
Kaklik Cave
7. Kaklik Cave
4.6
(146)
Museum
Nature & Parks
Anatolia Hotel
8. Anatolia Hotel
3.8
(567)
Hotel
Sights & Landmarks
Simple budget hotel offering a breakfast buffet, a colorful restaurant & an outdoor pool.
Hierapolis Byzantine Church
9. Hierapolis Byzantine Church
4.0
(4)
Religious institution
Sights & Landmarks

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