Lake Suğla Lake
Turkish freshwater lake in Konya Province, migratory birds
In Konya Province, Lake Suğla functions as an inland wetland and Important Bird Area; birdwatchers and rural visitors come for seasonal waterfowl, flat landscapes and traditional village life.
Lake Suğla at a Glance#
Address: Lake Suğla (Suğla Gölü), Konya Province, Turkey
Admission: Free
How to Get to Lake Suğla#
Best reached by car from Konya via the provincial road network; expect a drive across open steppe roads with limited services. Nearest towns will provide basic amenities; a vehicle is recommended for flexible access.
Tips for Visiting Lake Suğla#
- Bring binoculars for shorebird and waterfowl spotting; the lake is frequented by migratory species in spring and autumn.
- If driving in from Konya, use state roads and be prepared for long, open steppe stretches where fuel stations are spaced out.
- Morning and late afternoon reveal the best light for photos; midday sun flattens the landscape.
Best Time to Visit Lake Suğla#
Spring and autumn are best for birds and comfortable daytime temperatures; summers are hot but work well for early-morning shoreline visits.
Weather & Climate near Lake Suğla#
Lake Suğla's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -3°C to 29°C. Moderate rainfall (657 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 5°C and lows of -3°C. Significant rainfall (112 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of -2°C. Regular rainfall (83 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 12°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 28°C and lows of 15°C. The driest month with just 8 mm and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 14°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 11°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm).
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December
December is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -1°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (119 mm) and partly cloudy skies.