Turkey Compass graphic showing the 21–50 kg per square metre heavy-rain warning for Ankara and five other central Turkish provinces
Original Turkey Compass information graphic based on MGM warning No. 478

Turkey's state weather service has issued a heavy-rain warning for northwestern Central Anatolia. Local totals of 21–50 kg/m² are expected between 22:00 on Sunday 27 September and 14:00 on Monday 28 September in Kütahya, Ankara, Eskişehir, Çankırı and Kırıkkale, as well as northern Konya.

Where and when the warning applies

The official area is limited to the named provinces and northern Konya; it is not a nationwide warning. MGM says showers and thunderstorms may become locally heavy during the overnight and Monday-morning period. The published end time is 14:00 on 28 September.

Main risks for overnight and morning travel

MGM lists flash floods, local flooding, lightning, strong wind during downpours and transport disruption. Drivers on intercity routes around Ankara, Eskişehir, Kütahya, Çankırı, Kırıkkale and northern Konya should allow extra time, avoid flooded underpasses and never enter moving water.

Flights, trains and buses are not automatically cancelled

The warning does not itself close airports, railways or bus terminals. Passengers should check their airline, train or coach operator before departure and monitor local conditions, especially for early-morning connections and airport transfers.

What is confirmed — and what is not

Confirmed: an official heavy-rain warning for local totals of 21–50 kg/m² during a defined 16-hour window. Not announced: a blanket travel ban, a nationwide emergency or the closure of every route in the warned area.

Turkish State Meteorological Service (MGM) — official warning No. 478, issued 27 September 2026 at 11:25

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