Weather Turkey
Lexie Rangitsch
A view of a Cameroon-flagged Pallada rests among rocks at the sea shore in Eregli, Turkey, Monday, Nov. 20, 2023. The Cameroon-flagged Pallada broke into two due to heavy weather conditions after running aground in 5-meter (16-foot) waves off Eregli, the Maritime General Directorate said. All 13 crew were rescued safely (IHA via AP)
Another cargo ship, the Cameroon-flagged Pallada broke into two due to heavy weather conditions after running aground in 5-meter (16-foot) waves off Eregli, the Maritime General Directorate said. All 13 crew were rescued safely.
Turkey is rich in ancient and contemporary culture, and much of this is concentrated in cities that can be visited year-round. There are many museums, art galleries, mosques, palaces, and incredible cafes and restaurants in places like Istanbul, Ankara, and Izmir that you can enjoy in February. When the weather's dry, these places also offer outdoor parks and ancient sites for a winter stroll.
Turkish rescuers, initially held back by the poor weather, on Monday scanned the waters by helicopter in search of the missing sailors. They have recovered the body of one sailor and are continuing to scour the area for those still lost, Yerlikaya said.
A Cameroon-flagged vessel split into two due to the treacherous conditions after weathering 5-metre (16-foot) waves near the coastal city of Eregli, the Maritime General Directorate said. All 13 crew members were rescued.
Turkey's cities and cultural/historic attractions are ideal places to visit in January. Istanbul, Ankara, and Izmir offer many indoor and outdoor sites. Head indoors to a museum, mosque, or palace when the weather's cold or wet, or enjoy crisp winter weather at outdoor parks and ancient sites when you can.
General sightseeing is ideal in Turkey in the winter, especially if you include a combination of indoor and outdoor attractions on your itinerary. Coffee shops and restaurants serving Turkish cuisine, coffee, and sweets (so many varieties of Turkish delight!) are also great places to retreat into when the weather gets cold, or after dark when the sun sets early.
Weather is unpredictable. Not every spring day is clear, calm, and warm. From rain to sleet to fog, the weather affects turkey patterns. Understanding what weather does to their behavior, and how to adapt to it to increase your success is critical. There is not much you can control when turkey hunting, but even in the worst weather conditions, turkeys are still out there. Knowing what weather is coming, when weather conditions are going to break, and how turkeys are likely to react to them is critical to spring turkey hunting success.
If the day begins with steady rainfall, gobblers and hens may opt to remain on roost well after daylight. As the rain subsides, turkeys will leave their roost position and begin their day. Knowing when adverse conditions will break is key to effective hunting on a rainy day. Fresh after a rain, turkeys will get out, dry out, and meet up with other birds and continue their routine.
Gobblers will crowd into fields which are flooded and eat swampy insects and other grubs from the ground. Turkeys like to crowd in open fields during rainfall because their eyesight is not as good and the rain falling on leaves through trees limits their hearing. This is prime for setting up and getting on them. If heavy rain persists, find low areas that are nice and thick. In these spaces, turkeys will tuck up under pine trees, or other cover to protect themselves from wind and rain. When heavy rain is falling, turkeys may not gobble, but they will sometimes answer a call close by.
Prior to a hunt, be sure to scout for open fields, food plots, and thick areas. Visiting these areas ahead of a rain event can help clue hunters in to where the turkeys may enter the field. Use a quality pair of binoculars in the field while you scan for bird movement.
A sworn enemy of wild turkeys, sleet and snow weigh down turkey feathers and lower their core temperature. Snow and cold temperatures will definitely change turkey patterns and leave hunters wondering where all the birds have gone. When cold weather arrives, gobblers tend to gobble less, making it harder to call a tom into a decoy setup.
A good strategy for hunting in the snow is to hunt mid-day. Mid-day temperatures are more appealing for movement compared to the frigid morning temperatures. Look for areas where the sun will warm the fastest. If the area is hilly or there are slopes, sit up on the southern side of the hills. These areas will heat faster and be the warmest areas. Also look for areas that will lose snow the fastest. Turkeys will tend to scratch and look for food in these open areas. Finding food is a lot harder in the snow but turkeys will look for the easiest way to find a food source.
HuntWise can track weather events for you so you can adapt your hunt style ahead of time or on the fly based on incoming weather conditions. With live weather reports, weather forecasts, wind direction, and sunrise/sunset times in one convenient place, you can stay one step ahead.
Turkish Airlines (TK) has canceled over 230 international and domestic flights via Istanbul Airport (IST) Feb. 5-6 due to forecast adverse weather. Istanbul Airport (IST) officials have issued a statement noting adverse weather conditions Feb. 5 and recommending that passengers confirm flight details with their respective airlines. Turkish State Meteorological Service has not issued any warnings as yet. Further flight disruptions could be announced or adverse weather warnings issued in the coming hours.
Monitor local media for weather-related updates and advisories. Confirm all transport reservations and business arrangements before traveling in the affected area. Seek updated information on road conditions before driving or routing shipments through areas where severe weather is forecast; plan for possible supply chain disruptions throughout the affected areas.
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Turkey has seven distinct geographic weather and climatic regions. You can get current weather forecasts from the Turkish State Meteorological Service in English. Click on each region to learn more about its cities and sights.
The coastal region of Tukey has beautifully hot Mediterranean summers and mild winters. In May you can expect warm sunny weather with low chances of rain. This is, of course, a great time for cruise and enjoyment in super nice weather while avoiding the heavy crowds typical for high season.
August is a time of the high season where many places get busy by tourists and weather gets extra sunny, making this the perfect time of year to visit if your goals are relaxing on the beach and staying active by using watersports.
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