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Ölüdeniz (Blue Lagoon)

Fethiye, Turkey•Mediterranean Sea• Best Season: May, June, July, August, September, October

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EDITORIAL SCORE

4.72/ 5.0

SEA TEMPERATURE

27.8°C

August 30-year average

DAILY BUDGET

€28/day

SAND & SHORELINE

Pebbles / Shingle

Gradual Drop

Sea Temperature by Month

30-year monthly averages for Fethiye · NOAA satellite data

Swipe 12 months ⇄

Warm Bathwater

Jan

17.8°C

Air 22°C

Feb

17.0°C

Air 23°C

Mar

16.9°C

Air 25°C

Apr

17.7°C

Air 28°C

May

20.1°C

Air 31°C

Jun

23.2°C

Air 34°C

Jul

26.2°C

Air 36°C

Peak

Aug

27.8°C

Air 36°C

Sep

26.7°C

Air 34°C

Oct

24.4°C

Air 31°C

Nov

21.8°C

Air 27°C

Dec

19.4°C

Air 24°C

Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology

Swimmable 24 May – 25 Nov (>21°C) · 185 days

30-year NOAA satellite climatological mean (1991–2020).Explore all Turkey Sea Temperatures

Score Breakdown

Scenery & Setting4.6 / 5

Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.8 / 5

Sand & Shoreline Quality4.2 / 5

Atmosphere & Safety4.8 / 5

Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5

Affordability & Fair Pricing4.9 / 5

About Ölüdeniz (Blue Lagoon)

A sheltered turquoise lagoon with paragliders drifting down from above.

Key Beach Facts

Official Records

•Access: Main dual carriageway from Fethiye (14 km); dolmuş minibuses every 5 min from Fethiye & Hisarönü.

•Protected Status / Environment: Ölüdeniz Kumburnu Nature Park (Tabiat Parkı); strict conservation zone preventing motorized watercraft inside the inner lagoon.

•Notable Feature: World-famous calm turquoise lagoon separated from the open sea by a white sand and pebble spit, beneath Mt. Babadağ (1,969m).

Official Tourism Authorities:goturkiye.com mugla.goturkiye.com

Amenities & Facilities

Bathrooms

Yes

Showers

Yes

Free Parking

Yes

Food / Tavernas

Yes

Good for Kids

Yes

Dog Friendly

Lifeguard on Duty

Yes

Sunbed & Umbrella Rentals

Yes

Natural Cliff/Pine Shade

Yes

Wheelchair Accessible

Snorkeling & Watersports

Yes

Nudist / FKK Friendly

Getting There & Local Notes

Getting there:

Located near Fethiye. Accessible via regional coastal roads (36.550°N, 29.116°E).

•Warm, calm, shallow.

•Nature-park lagoon.

Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway

DLM · 45m drive

45-min mountain descent drive from Dalaman Airport (DLM).

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Frequently Asked Questions about Ölüdeniz (Blue Lagoon)

What is the water temperature at Ölüdeniz (Blue Lagoon)?

The peak summer sea surface temperature at Ölüdeniz (Blue Lagoon) averages 27.8°C (82°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.

What type of coast or sand is Ölüdeniz (Blue Lagoon)?

Ölüdeniz (Blue Lagoon) is classified as a pebbles / shingle shoreline located in Fethiye, Turkey.

Is Ölüdeniz (Blue Lagoon) good for families with kids?

Yes, Ölüdeniz (Blue Lagoon) is suitable for families and children with manageable water entry.

Are there parking and facilities at Ölüdeniz (Blue Lagoon)?

Free parking is available. Restroom facilities are present.

Getting Around & Activities

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Airport & Port Transfers

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