Soğuksu National Park
Park Ankara national park known for pine forests and springs
North of Ankara, Soğuksu National Park features pine forests, picnic areas and walking trails; residents and day-trippers come for birdwatching and relief from the city heat.
How to Get to Soğuksu National Park #
Regular buses and minibuses run from Ankara’s main bus terminals to Kızılcahamam district; local transport and taxis provide the final legs to park entrances.
Tips for Visiting Soğuksu National Park #
- Arrive early to hike and to visit the old forest areas before midday crowds.
- The park has both well-maintained trails and rougher routes; pair a main trail with a lesser-used spur for solitude.
- Combine a visit with Ankara for transport connections-buses run from the city to park access points.
Best Time to Visit Soğuksu National Park #
Spring and autumn are the most comfortable times to visit for hiking and picnics; summers can be hot and winters snowy at higher spots.
Weather & Climate near Soğuksu National Park #
Soğuksu National Park's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental (Dry Summer) - Warm-Summer Continental (Dry Summer) climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -6°C to 27°C. Moderate rainfall (568 mm/year).
January
January is the coldest month with highs of 1°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 27°C and lows of 12°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 12°C. The driest month with just 20 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 9°C. The driest month with just 20 mm.
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October
October is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -3°C. The wettest month with 79 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
