Karatepe, Turkey experiences a continental climate with cold winters and warm summers. Winters are particularly harsh, with temperatures often below freezing between December and February, averaging around 7-9°C. Spring brings mild temperatures, gradually warming up from March to May, with average highs reaching 18-20°C by June. Summers are hot, with July and August being the warmest months, averaging around 25°C. Autumn is cooler again, with temperatures dropping back down to averages of 12-14°C by October and November.