General Directorate of Meteorology (MGM) published the weekly weather forecast covering 23-29 May 2026. According to the announced data, intermittent showers and thunderstorms are expected to be effective in most of Turkey during Eid al-Adha. While it is estimated that air temperatures will fall below seasonal norms, especially in the central, eastern and southern regions, it is reported that temperatures in other regions will remain around seasonal values.
Meteorological maps showed signs of local heavy rainfall in a wide area from Marmara to Eastern Anatolia. Citizens, especially those making plans in open areas during the holiday, were asked to follow the daily forecasts. Saturday, May 23: Heavy Showers Begin According to the map published by MGM, partly and very cloudy weather will be effective across Türkiye on Saturday, May 23. Thunderstorms are expected in Marmara, Central Anatolia, the inner parts of the Black Sea and some regions of Eastern Anatolia.
A “local heavy rainfall” warning was issued, especially for the north of Central Anatolia and the Western Black Sea region. Expected temperatures during the day in some centers are as follows: Regional Estimated Temperature Istanbul 16 / 22°C Ankara 10 / 20°C Izmir 17 / 23°C Antalya 17 / 24°C Samsun 15 / 21°C Erzurum 4 / 15°C Diyarbakır 10 / 21°C Sunday, May 24: Rainfall Area Is Expanding On Sunday, May 24, rainfall will be more in Turkey.
It is expected to be effective across the board. Thunderstorms will be seen around the Inner Aegean, the inner parts of the Mediterranean, the Black Sea and Eastern Anatolia. While dense cloudiness stands out in the north and inner parts of the forecast map, temperatures are expected to be relatively higher on the Aegean coast. While the temperature is predicted to rise up to 24 degrees in Izmir, the highest temperature in Ankara is estimated to remain around 20 degrees.
Monday, May 25: The Effect of Showers Will Continue in the Central and Eastern Regions. It was reported that heavy rains will continue in the northern parts of Central Anatolia, Black Sea, Eastern Anatolia and Southeastern Anatolia on the first working day of the week. In the western regions, partly cloudy weather will be observed. According to meteorological data, the expected temperature values in some provinces are as follows: Province Lowest / Highest Izmir 18 / 25°C Antalya 16 / 26°C Ankara 12 / 21°C Trabzon 16 / 20°C Van 9 / 23°C Eve Day Rain Warning Very cloudy weather is expected throughout the country on Tuesday, May 26, that is, on the eve of Eid al-Adha.
It is estimated that local heavy showers and thunderstorms will be effective in the Southern and Central Aegean, the Mediterranean Region, the southern parts of Central Anatolia, the Central and Eastern Black Sea and the north of Eastern Anatolia. It is seen that there are heavy rainfall symbols on the meteorological map, especially in the inner regions. While the temperature is expected to rise to 24 degrees in Istanbul, 27 degrees in Izmir and 28 degrees in Antalya, cooler weather will be effective in the eastern provinces.
Rainy System Will Expand on the First Day of Eid. According to meteorological evaluations, on the first day of Eid al-Adha, the rainy weather system will increase its effect in the east of Marmara, Central Anatolia, the Mediterranean, the inner parts of the Black Sea and the Southern and Inner Aegean. It was stated that citizens who will be outside during the Eid prayer and in the morning should be careful against sudden showers.
Intermittent rainfall is expected in many provinces of Eastern Anatolia, except Hakkari and Şırnak, and in the Southeastern Anatolia Region. Showers Are Expected Across Türkiye on the Second and Third Days of the Eid. According to MGM forecasts, the rainy weather system will spread to a wider area across the country on the second and third days of the Eid. Thursday, May 28 On the second day of the holiday, there will be thunderstorms in most of Turkey, except for the Southern Aegean coasts and the southernmost parts of Southeastern Anatolia.
Rain is expected to continue intermittently throughout the day in Central Anatolia, Black Sea and Eastern Anatolia regions. It is estimated that similar weather conditions will continue on the third day of the holiday, Friday, May 29. Thunderstorms are expected in many regions except the coastal Aegean and the southern parts of Southeastern Anatolia. According to the meteorological map, thunderstorms are expected in most of Marmara, Central Anatolia, Black Sea and Eastern Anatolia on May 29.
Holiday Weather in Three Metropolitan Cities Istanbul Weather Partly cloudy weather is expected on the first day of the holiday in Istanbul. It was predicted that thunderstorms would be effective on the second and third days. Temperatures are expected to remain in the range of 21-24 degrees throughout the week. Ankara Weather It is expected that the rainy system will be effective in the capital starting from the eve of the day.
While it is estimated that there will be intermittent showers throughout the holiday, temperatures will remain in the 20-23 degree range. Izmir Weather Partly and very cloudy weather is expected in Izmir during the holiday. While it is stated that the expectation of heavy rainfall throughout the city is low, temperatures are estimated to be around 25-28 degrees. Weather Summary by Regions Expected Weather for the Region Marmara Partly cloudy, with showers from time to time Aegean Showers in the inner parts, partly cloudy on the coasts Mediterranean Strong thunderstorms in places Central Anatolia Intermittent and local heavy downpour Black Sea Thunderstorms in the inner and higher parts Eastern Anatolia Possibility of heavy rain in the northern parts Southeastern Anatolia Precipitation transitions in the northern parts Temperature Evaluation from MGM In the weekly evaluation of the General Directorate of Meteorology, “Weather” “Temperatures are expected to remain below seasonal norms in the southern, central and eastern parts, and around seasonal norms in other regions.” statements were included.
Authorities asked citizens to follow current meteorological warnings against sudden floods, short-term strong winds and possible disruptions in transportation, especially in regions where thunderstorms are expected. According to the weather forecast report for 23-29 May 2026 published by the General Directorate of Meteorology, showers and thunderstorms will be effective throughout Türkiye during Eid al-Adha. While local heavy rainfall is expected in many parts of Central Anatolia, the Black Sea, the Mediterranean and Eastern Anatolia, it has been reported that temperatures will fall below seasonal norms in the central and eastern regions.
While intermittent rain is predicted in Istanbul and Ankara throughout the holiday, calmer weather is predicted in Izmir.
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