Malatya, Turkey: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Malatya, Turkey? If you're planning to go to Malatya, we have some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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About your travel guide

Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.


When to go to Malatya, Turkey

Based on the climate and weather in Malatya, the best time to go is September. See below for details.

Important essentials for Malatya, Turkey

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Malatya, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Travel insurance that includes COVID-19 coverage

    Cases are climbing again, and areas are returning to lockdown. If you or a companion get COVID-19, you may be stuck with no way home -- but travel insurance can protect you. Learn more about COVID-19 and travel insurance


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards frequently wear out. An unreadable vaccination card may result in severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.


  • Touchless thermometer

    A touchless thermometer is important to have.


  • N95 masks

    These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection you can have.


  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks don't exist for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an excellent plane-friendly option.

  • (U.S. Residents) Telehealth COVID-19 test for entry to U.S.

    U.S. residents still need a certified COVID-19 test to return home, but it can now be via Zoom. Learn more

General health necessities


  • Emergency water purifier

    Some rural areas may have unreliable tap water, so it's useful to bring an emergency water purifier like this one.


  • Travel first aid kit

    This one is a good value.


  • Emergency motion sickness relief

Don't forget these

What to wear/what to pack for Malatya, Turkey by month

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January

Traveling to Malatya in January, you will notice that it is very cold. Daytime temperatures are in the 30s F (single digits C).

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February

February is pretty cool. Temperatures average in the low 40s F (single digits C) during the day.

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March

March in Malatya is pretty cool. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 40s F (single digits C) to low 50s F (low 10s C), although night temperatures can dip into the low 30s F (single digits C).

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April

April is relatively cool. Temperatures average in the 60s F (high 10s C) during the day.

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May

Traveling to Malatya in May, you will notice that it is a perfect temperature. Daytime temperatures are in the low 70s F (low 20s C).

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June

If you visit Malatya during June, you may find that it is hot and very dry. Temperatures tend to hover around the 80s F (high 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 50s F (mid 10s C). Humidity is generally between 30 and 40% during the day.

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July

July in Malatya is consistently hot and very dry. Temperatures average in the low 90s F (low 30s C) during the day.

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August

If you visit Malatya during August, you may notice that it is constantly hot and very dry. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 90s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 60s F (high 10s C). Humidity is generally between 20 and 30% during the day.

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September

September is extremely warm and very dry. Temperatures average in the 80s F (high 20s C) during the day.

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October

If you go to Malatya in October, you will notice that it is balmy. Daytime temperatures are in the low 60s F (low 20s C).

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November

November in Malatya is cold. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 40s F (single digits C) to low 50s F (low 10s C), although night temperatures can dip into the low 30s F (single digits C).

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December

December here is cold. Temperatures average in the low 40s F (single digits C) during the day.

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Activities for Malatya, Turkey

Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Malatya.

Mosques often require certain dress, so if you are intending to check out the stunning New Mosque, take the following:

Note that there may be restrictions on who is allowed to enter this mosque; you should check with the Malatya tourism authority.

If you visit the Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

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