Çorum is a mid-sized city in north-central Turkey, perched on the Anatolian plateau at roughly 800 m elevation. It serves as the provincial capital and is best known as the jumping-off point for the UNESCO World Heritage Hittite sites of Hattuşa and Alacahöyük. The city itself harbours a fine archaeological museum, animated bazaars, and a tradition of producing Turkey's finest roasted chickpeas (leblebi). Visitors find a genuinely local atmosphere, affordable prices, and easy day-trip access to some of the most consequential ruins in the ancient world.
Çorum sits at approximately 800 m elevation on the Central Anatolian plateau and experiences a semi-arid continental climate. Summers (June–August) are hot and dry, regularly reaching 33–38°C. Winters (December–February) are cold and snowy, with temperatures often dropping below freezing. Spring and autumn are mild and pleasant, making them the best times to visit.
Best time to visit
Best: Year-round
Avoid: None
Month-by-month weather
Typical conditions throughout the year.
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The seasons
What to expect in each part of the year.
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Crowds & peak times
When to expect tourists and when to avoid them.
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- July–August
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- Peak
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- Highest tourist numbers at Hattuşa; accommodation books up
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- April–June / September–October
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- Moderate
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- Comfortable crowds; best value hotels available
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- November–March
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- Low
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- Very few tourists; lowest prices; all sites remain open
Major events & festivals
Time your visit around what matters.
Music, folklore, and cultural performances at and around Hattuşa; attracts national and international visitors
Chickpea and local produce festival in the city centre with folk music and food stalls