Soli (Cilicia) Archaeological Site
Ancient Greco-Roman city ruin on Cilicia coast
Soli in ancient Cilicia contains Greco‑Roman ruins on Turkey's Mediterranean coast-streets, baths and city walls recorded by archaeologists. Travelers visit for classical archaeology and nearby Mersin Province sites.
Soli (Cilicia) at a Glance#
How to Get to Soli (Cilicia)#
Soli is near Mersin on Turkey’s southern coast. The site is accessible by road from Mersin city center (roughly 20-30 minutes) and can be visited as a day trip from Mersin or nearby Tarsus.
Tips for Visiting Soli (Cilicia)#
- Walk the coastal remains early in the morning to photograph columns and mosaics in sympathetic light.
- Visit the local museums in Mersin or Tarsus that hold artifacts from Cilician excavations for broader context.
- Hire a local archaeologist or guide to explain the site's complex sequence of Hellenistic, Roman and Byzantine layers.
Best Time to Visit Soli (Cilicia)#
Spring and autumn offer comfortable conditions for visiting archaeological sites on the Cilician coast.
Spring (March-May)
Mar-May · 15-25°C
Pleasant weather for exploring ruins and coastal walks.
Autumn (September-November)
Sep-Nov · 18-28°C
Milder temperatures and fewer summer tourists-good for archaeological visits.
Weather & Climate near Soli (Cilicia)#
Climate
Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 7°C to 31°C. Moderate rainfall (642 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
Air Quality:
AQI 79
Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
35°
Warmest Month
1°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Acceptable | 7° - 15° | 11° | 115 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 2.6 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.8h |
| February | Good | 7° - 15° | 11° | 84 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 2.7 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.7h |
| March | Very Good | 9° - 18° | 14° | 63 mm | partly cloudy | 70% | 2.7 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Very Good | 13° - 22° | 17° | 38 mm | some cloud | 70% | 2.5 m/s | 1.4 high | 13.0h |
| May | Excellent | 17° - 25° | 21° | 25 mm | some cloud | 69% | 2.6 m/s | 1.9 very high | 14.0h |
| June | Ideal | 21° - 28° | 24° | 11 mm | mostly sunny | 64% | 2.9 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 14.5h |
| July | Ideal | 24° - 31° | 28° | 10 mm | clear | 60% | 3.2 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 14.2h |
| August | Ideal | 24° - 31° | 29° | 4 mm | clear | 60% | 3.0 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 13.4h |
| September | Ideal | 21° - 30° | 26° | 9 mm | clear | 60% | 2.6 m/s | 1.6 very high | 12.3h |
| October | Excellent | 17° - 27° | 22° | 52 mm | mostly sunny | 59% | 2.2 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 11.1h |
| November | Very Good | 12° - 21° | 17° | 83 mm | some cloud | 63% | 2.2 m/s | 0.5 low | 10.1h |
| December | Good | 9° - 17° | 13° | 148 mm | partly cloudy | 69% | 2.3 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.6h |
