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Akçakale, Turkey

Şanlıurfa · Turkey

Akçakale is a mid-size city in Şanlıurfa, Turkey with a population of 32,114. Elevation: 1,184 ft (361 m). Average temperature: 65°F (19°C).

32,114 Population 42,819/sq mi density
1,184 ft Elevation 361 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 19°C
12.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population32,114
Density42,819/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (19°C)
Rain12.9 in/yr
Sunny Days313/yr
Elevation1,184 ft (361 m)
Population32,114
Population Density42,819 / sq mi
Elevation1,184 ft (361 m)
Coordinates36.7111°, 38.9475°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceŞanlıurfa
Average Temperature65°F (19°C)
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average89°F (32°C)
Annual Precipitation12.9 inches (327 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Akçakale

Akçakale is a mid-size city in Turkey (Şanlıurfa) with a population of 32,114. The city sits at an elevation of 1,184 feet (361 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 89°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 12.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Climate in Akçakale

Akçakale has an average annual temperature of 19°C (66°F). The hottest month is Jul (33.1°C), the coldest is Jan (5.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 408 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 5.3°C / 42°F -4.2° / 15.2° 75.8
Feb 7°C / 45°F -3.4° / 18.8° 42.5
Mar 10.5°C / 51°F -0.6° / 23.5° 94.5
Apr 16.7°C / 62°F 4.1° / 30.2° 40.7
May 22°C / 72°F 9.2° / 36.5° 18.9
Jun 28.6°C / 84°F 15.6° / 42.3° 2.0
Jul 33.1°C / 92°F 21.3° / 44.2° 0.1
Aug 32.8°C / 91°F 21.7° / 45.1° 1.5
Sep 28.5°C / 83°F 16.3° / 41.3° 3.0
Oct 22.4°C / 72°F 11.5° / 35.1° 8.3
Nov 13.7°C / 57°F 2.4° / 26.9° 46.0
Dec 7.7°C / 46°F -2° / 18.4° 74.9
Akçakale enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 89°F in July. The area gets 313 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 12.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,184 feet.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 89°F Jul (32°C)
Annual Average65.4°F
21% above Turkey avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average89°F (32°C)
Sunny Days313 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,184 ft (361 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density42,819/sq mi
Coordinates36.7111°N, 38.9475°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 12.9"
66% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 2.28"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

48 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M4.2 on Mar 3, 2024.

Mar 2, 2017 5 km NW of Samsat, Turkey M5.6 111 km
Feb 6, 2023 Central Turkey M5.3 149 km
Feb 7, 2023 4 km WSW of Sincik, Turkey M5.3 149 km
Apr 24, 2018 3 km ENE of Samsat, Turkey M5.2 106 km
Jul 6, 1993 15 km N of Siverek, Turkey M4.8 135 km
Feb 6, 2023 Central Turkey M4.6 136 km
Jan 4, 1996 54 km WNW of Deir ez-Zor, Syria M4.6 150 km
Feb 6, 2023 10 km SW of Sincik, Turkey M4.6 146 km
Feb 6, 2023 7 km SE of Tut, Turkey M4.5 145 km
Feb 6, 2023 19 km SW of Sincik, Turkey M4.5 142 km
Feb 6, 2023 12 km S of Çelikhan, Turkey M4.5 148 km
Feb 6, 2023 12 km E of Yavuzeli, Turkey M4.4 128 km
Feb 6, 2023 13 km SE of Çelikhan, Turkey M4.4 146 km
Feb 8, 2023 10 km SE of Çelikhan, Turkey M4.4 149 km
Feb 7, 2023 11 km N of Ad?yaman, Turkey M4.4 141 km
Feb 6, 2023 10 km S of Çelikhan, Turkey M4.3 149 km
Feb 12, 2023 5 km NW of Ad?yaman, Turkey M4.3 136 km
Feb 9, 2023 6 km SW of Sincik, Turkey M4.3 146 km
Feb 8, 2023 18 km NW of Ad?yaman, Turkey M4.3 149 km
Mar 1, 2023 4 km SW of Tut, Turkey M4.3 150 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 43°F (6°C) 2.2 in Coldest
February 46°F (8°C) 2.0 in
March 53°F (12°C) 2.0 in
April 62°F (17°C) 1.3 in
May 73°F (23°C) 1.0 in
June 83°F (29°C) 0.2 in
July 89°F (32°C) 0.0 in Warmest, Driest
August 87°F (31°C) 0.0 in
September 80°F (27°C) 0.0 in
October 69°F (21°C) 0.7 in
November 54°F (12°C) 1.1 in
December 46°F (8°C) 2.3 in Wettest

Akçakale has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 43°F in January to 89°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 12.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.3") and July the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Akçakale

11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Fatih Sultan Mehmet Ortaokulu
İbni Rüşt İMKB İmam Hatip Ortaokulu
Necip Fazıl Kısakürek İlkokulu
Adnan Menderes İlkokulu
İbn-i Sina İlkokulu
Süleyman Şah İlkokulu
Atatürk İlkokulu
Cumhuriyet İlkokulu
Mesleki Ve Teknik Anadolu Lisesi
Halime Hatun Anaokulu
Şehit Astsubay Halil Kanat Anadolu Lisesi
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Museums in Akçakale

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Harran Culture House
Harran Kültür Evi

Cafes in Akçakale

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

HOOKAH NİGHTS

Train Stations in Akçakale

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Akçakale

Gas Stations in Akçakale

7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

TR #4999119521
TR #6694686103
TR #6694686145
TR #6694694499
TR #8193343844
TR #8194074327
TR #8194074333

Banks in Akçakale

4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Denizbank
Halkbank
Halkbank
Türkiye İş Bankası

Airports Near Akçakale

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Şanlıurfa GAP AirportGNYLarge Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Akçakale

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Fakirullah Camii
Firdevs Camii
Haliliye Camiİ
Süleyman Şah Camii
Yeni 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 Akçakale

What is the population of Akçakale?

Akçakale has a population of 32,114 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 42,819 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Akçakale?

Akçakale enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 89°F in July. The area receives 313 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 12.9 inches.

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