Climate: The Aegean and Mediterranean coasts have very hot and dry
summers, and wet, mild winters when the coastal towns more or less
shut down between October and April. Winter in Istanbul and
Cappadocia can be very cold with a dusting of snow. The peak
tourist season is during high summer, roughly between July and
September. From June the mosquitoes can be a problem. Spring and
autumn are the best times to visit, as the climate is still hot,
but not unbearable. Eastern Turkey should be visited during summer
as roads and mountain passes may close due to winter ice and
snow.
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