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Afşin, Turkey
Kahramanmaraş · Turkey
Afşin is a mid-size city in Kahramanmaraş, Turkey with a population of 39,613. Elevation: 4,009 ft (1,222 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 39,613 |
| Population Density | 82 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,009 ft (1,222 m) |
| Coordinates | 38.2477°, 36.9140° |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
| Country | 🇹🇷 Turkey |
| State / Province | Kahramanmaraş |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 19.1 inches (485 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 6.9 inches (17 cm) |
About Afşin
Afşin is a mid-size city in Turkey (Kahramanmaraş) with a population of 39,613. The city sits at an elevation of 4,009 feet (1,222 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 28°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.
Climate in Afşin
Afşin has an average annual temperature of 10.8°C (51°F). The hottest month is Aug (24.1°C), the coldest is Jan (-2.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 434 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.1°F |
| 7% below Turkey avg | |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 301 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,009 ft (1,222 m) |
| Area | 484.4 sq mi (1,254.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 82/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.2477°N, 36.9140°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.3 m (1 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2023 | GULF OF ISKENDERUN | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 56,697 | 121 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Erciyes Dagi (132 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Erciyes Dagi | Stratovolcano | 3,864 m (12,677 ft) | -6880 | 132 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°F (-2°C) | 2.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 32°F (-0°C) | 2.0 in | |
| March | 40°F (4°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 49°F (10°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 2.0 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 0.9 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 0.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 0.5 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 42°F (6°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 34°F (1°C) | 2.6 in | Wettest |
Afşin has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 28°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.6") and August the driest (0.2").
Schools in Afşin
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yatılı Bölge İlköğretim Okulu | - | - | - | - |
| Afşin Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Afşin TOKİ Evleri İlkokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Namık Kemal İlköğretim Okulu | - | - | - | - |
| Efsus İlköğretim Okulu | - | - | - | - |
| Kız Meslek Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Mehmet Âkif Ersoy İlköğretim Okulu | - | - | - | - |
| Fatih İlköğretim Okulu | - | - | - | - |
| Aşık Mahzuni Şerif Ortaokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Afşin Fen Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Ertuğrul Gazi İlkokulu | - | - | - | - |
Restaurants in Afşin
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Afşin
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Afşin
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Afşin
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Afşin
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Afşin
19 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Afşin
5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Afşin
| Team | League | Division |
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Airports Near Afşin
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kahramanmaraş Airport | KCM | Medium Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Afşin
13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
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| Afşin Fidanlık Camii | |
| Afşin Ulu (Pir Ali) Camii | |
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| Ersegunbey Cami | |
| Eshab-ı Kehf Camii | |
| Eshab-ı Kehf Camii ve Külliyesi | |
| Hazreti Osman Cami |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Turkey
7 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Afşin
What is the population of Afşin?
Afşin has a population of 39,613 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 82 people per square mile, spread across 484.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Afşin?
Afşin has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.1 inches, with 6.9 inches of snow.