ANKARA Türkiye has experienced its driest March in 35 years, with average precipitation dropping to just 28.8 millimeters. According to data from the Turkish State Meteorological Service (MGM), rainfall levels across the country fell significantly below seasonal norms and the figures recorded in March last year. This marked a 53 percent decrease compared to historical averages and a staggering 59 percent drop from March 2024. The rainfall deficit was most pronounced in the Aegean region, where