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

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Traveling to Trabzon, Turkey? If you're planning to go to Trabzon, 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 Trabzon, Turkey

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

Important essentials for Trabzon, Turkey

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

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Travel insurance that includes COVID-19 coverage

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  • (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


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards can wear away. An unreadable vaccination card can have severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry plane-friendly choice.


  • Touchless thermometer

    A touchless thermometer is important to have.


  • Kids' KN95 masks

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


  • N95 masks

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


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.

General health necessities


  • Emergency water purifier

    Some rural areas may have unreliable tap water, so it's useful to have 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 Trabzon, Turkey by month

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January

January in Trabzon is brisk. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 40s F (single digits C), with a few days below 32 F (single digits C). But the colder weather doesn't bring low humidity, which is in the 60% to 70% range on average.

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February

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

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March

March is cold. Temperatures average in the low 50s F (low 10s C) during the day.

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April

April for Trabzon is chilly. Temperatures average in the high 50s F (mid 10s C) during the day.

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May

If you visit Trabzon during May, you might see that it can be chilly. Temperatures tend to hover around the 60s F (high 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 50s F (low 10s C). Humidity is generally between 70 and 80% during the day.

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June

June in Trabzon is mild. Temperatures average in the low 70s F (low 20s C) during the day.

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July

If you go to Trabzon in July, you will notice that it is warm. Daytime temperatures are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).

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August

If you visit Trabzon during August, you will probably see that it is a perfect temperature. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 60s F (low 20s C). Humidity is generally around 70 during the day.

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September

If you go to Trabzon in September, you will notice that it is a perfect temperature. Daytime temperatures are in the low 70s F (low 20s C).

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October

October in Trabzon is balmy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 60s F (low 20s C).

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November

If you visit Trabzon during November, you may see that it is cool. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 50s F (mid 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 50s F (single digits C). Humidity is generally between 60 and 70% during the day.

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December

If you go to Trabzon in December, you will notice that it can be very chilly. Daytime temperatures are in the 50s F (low 10s C).

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Activities for Trabzon, Turkey

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

If you are intending to check out the heavenly Hagia Anna, it's useful to wear modest clothing:

Mosques often require certain dress, so if you intend to go to the majestic Yeni Kemerkaya Mosque, take the following:

Note that there may be restrictions on who may enter the building; you should check with the Trabzon tourism authority.

If you go to Kalepark Fortress, you're likely to do a lot of walking. These are a must:


  • Binoculars

    Like these


  • Ultralight day pack

    Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.


  • Good hiking shoes

    These are designed for this kind of walking, and can breathe and can get wet


  • Small portable cooler

    Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.

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

If you plan go to a monastery, like Kızlar Monastery, take the following:

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