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Akarca, Turkey

Mersin · Turkey

Akarca is a small town in Mersin, Turkey with a population of 581. Elevation: 2,654 ft (809 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

581 Population 1/sq mi density
2,654 ft Elevation 809 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
26.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population581
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain26.1 in/yr
Sunny Days289/yr
Elevation2,654 ft (809 m)
Population581
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation2,654 ft (809 m)
Coordinates36.8695°, 34.4144°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceMersin
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation26.1 inches (662 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Akarca

Akarca is a small town in Turkey (Mersin) with a population of 581. The city sits at an elevation of 2,654 feet (809 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Climate in Akarca

Akarca has an average annual temperature of 20.6°C (69°F). The hottest month is Aug (29.8°C), the coldest is Jan (11.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 627 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 11.6°C / 53°F 7.8° / 15.3° 114.3
Feb 12.3°C / 54°F 8.3° / 16.3° 79.3
Mar 15°C / 59°F 10.9° / 19° 55.8
Apr 18.4°C / 65°F 14.5° / 22.2° 34.8
May 22.4°C / 72°F 18.7° / 26° 28.0
Jun 26°C / 79°F 22.7° / 29.4° 11.2
Jul 29.2°C / 85°F 26° / 32.3° 6.6
Aug 29.8°C / 86°F 26.4° / 33.1° 5.4
Sep 27.2°C / 81°F 23.2° / 31.3° 10.0
Oct 23.4°C / 74°F 18.7° / 28° 36.2
Nov 17.9°C / 64°F 13.3° / 22.5° 82.3
Dec 13.4°C / 56°F 9.3° / 17.4° 163.0
Akarca experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 289 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 26.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,654 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average55.3°F
2% above Turkey avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days289 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,654 ft (809 m)
Area1,115.4 sq mi (2,888.8 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates36.8695°N, 34.4144°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.1"
31% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 4.53"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

158 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M4.2 on Jul 21, 2024.

Jun 27, 1998 12 km S of Adana, Turkey M6.3 79 km
Jul 4, 1998 12 km S of Adana, Turkey M5.4 81 km
Feb 25, 2023 15 km ENE of Emirgazi, Turkey M5.2 129 km
Feb 16, 2023 21 km W of Uzunba?, Turkey M5.2 146 km
Jan 3, 1994 3 km SE of Ceyhan, Turkey M5.0 128 km
Feb 10, 1994 6 km S of Ceyhan, Turkey M4.9 126 km
Jul 29, 2015 35 km W of Karata?, Turkey M4.9 61 km
May 12, 2000 5 km WSW of Toprakkale, Turkey M4.7 150 km
Oct 18, 2001 14 km SW of Adana, Turkey M4.7 71 km
Aug 16, 2023 10 km NNE of Aladağ, Turkey M4.7 124 km
Apr 3, 2020 51 km W of Yaylada??, Turkey M4.7 141 km
Jun 28, 1998 12 km E of Adana, Turkey M4.7 94 km
Feb 14, 2014 16 km NW of Denizciler, Turkey M4.7 149 km
Feb 25, 2017 6 km W of Toprakkale, Turkey M4.6 149 km
Jun 9, 2014 18 km NW of Denizciler, Turkey M4.6 146 km
Apr 15, 2020 43 km NNW of Latakia, Syria M4.6 150 km
Sep 30, 2011 17 km SW of Yahyal?, Turkey M4.5 144 km
Oct 23, 2013 26 km SE of K?zkalesi, Turkey M4.5 65 km
Feb 6, 2023 23 km W of Uzunba?, Turkey M4.5 149 km
Feb 24, 2023 15 km ENE of Emirgazi, Turkey M4.5 128 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Karapinar Field (114 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Karapinar Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 1,302 m (4,272 ft) Unknown 114 km
Hasan Dagi Stratovolcano 3,253 m (10,673 ft) Unknown 142 km
Acigol-Nevsehir Caldera 1,683 m (5,522 ft) -2080 186 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 4.1 in Coldest
February 39°F (4°C) 3.3 in
March 45°F (7°C) 3.1 in
April 53°F (12°C) 2.4 in
May 60°F (16°C) 2.0 in
June 67°F (20°C) 0.9 in
July 73°F (23°C) 0.3 in
August 73°F (23°C) 0.2 in Warmest, Driest
September 67°F (20°C) 0.5 in
October 58°F (15°C) 1.8 in
November 49°F (9°C) 2.8 in
December 41°F (5°C) 4.5 in Wettest

Akarca has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 38°F in January to 73°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 26.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.5") and August the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near Akarca

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Yaren FM folk music, local radio MP3 128 kbps
Tarsus FM country music, musiki MP3 128 kbps
KURAN ve TÜRKÇE MEAL dini, eğitim MP3 64 kbps
Radyo Hayat AAC+ 128 kbps
KENT RADYO MP3 128 kbps
RADYO ÜLKÜ AAC+ 80 kbps
KURAN VE MEAL MP3 64 kbps

Museums in Akarca

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Atatürk House
Gözne Kalesi
Kent Tarihi Müzesi
Mersin Archaeological Museum
Mersin Naval Museum

Libraries in Akarca

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Hal Mahallesi Kütüphanesi0.0
Hal Mahallesi Kütüphanesi0.0
Kültürhane0.0
Kültürhane0.0
Mersin Ayşe Ecevit Anadolu Masal Evi0.0
Mersin Büyükşehir Belediyesi Okuma Salonu0.0
Mersin İl Halk Kütüphanesi Binası0.0
Nuri Ulusu Kütüphanesi0.0
Ülkü Ongun Kütüphanesi0.0

Farmers Markets in Akarca

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Ayvagediği Pazar Yeri
Çarşamba Pazarı
Junk Market
Mezitli Beediyesi Çarşamba Pazarı
Mezitli Belediyesi Çarşamba Pazarı
Mezitli Belediyesi Cumartesi Pazarı
Perşembe Pazarı
Soğucak Pazar Yeri
Temiz Halk Pazarı
Temiz Halk Pazarı
Toroslar Balık Pazarı
Zeki Ayan Mahallesi Pazartesi Pazarı
Zeytin Pazarı

Stadiums & Teams in Akarca

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Akarca

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Çukurova International AirportCOVLarge Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Akarca

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Akarca Camii
Değirmençay Mahalle Merkez Camii

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Istanbul

🇹🇷 About Turkey

Capital Ankara
Population 82,319,724
Area 780,580 km²
GDP (USD) $1,141,242,864,657
GDP per capita $13,375
HDI 0.838
Life expectancy 77.2 years
Internet users 86.0%
Urban population 89.0%
Currency TRY (Lira)
Languages Turkish
Calling code +90
TLD .tr
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Turkey

7 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Yılbaşı
Apr 23 National Independence & Children's Day Ulusal Egemenlik ve Çocuk Bayramı
May 1 Labour Day İşçi Bayramı
May 19 Atatürk Commemoration & Youth Day Atatürk'ü Anma, Gençlik ve Spor Bayramı
Jul 15 Democracy and National Unity Day Demokrasi ve Millî Birlik Günü
Aug 30 Victory Day Zafer Bayramı
Oct 29 Republic Day Cumhuriyet Bayramı

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Frequently Asked Questions About Akarca

What is the population of Akarca?

Akarca has a population of 581 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,115.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Akarca?

Akarca has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 289 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.1 inches.

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