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Akcakışla, Turkey

Sivas · Turkey

Akcakışla is a small town in Sivas, Turkey with a population of 843. Elevation: 4,150 ft (1,265 m). Average temperature: 47°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

843 Population 4,959/sq mi density
4,150 ft Elevation 1,265 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 9°C
26.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population843
Density4,959/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (9°C)
Rain26.2 in/yr
Sunny Days321/yr
Elevation4,150 ft (1,265 m)
Population843
Population Density4,959 / sq mi
Elevation4,150 ft (1,265 m)
Coordinates39.5382°, 36.3363°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceSivas
Average Temperature47°F (9°C)
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation26.2 inches (664 mm)
Annual Snowfall28.6 inches (73 cm)

About Akcakışla

Akcakışla is a small town in Turkey (Sivas) with a population of 843. The city sits at an elevation of 4,150 feet (1,265 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 29°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Akcakışla experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 321 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 26.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 28.6 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 4,150 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average47.3°F
12% below Turkey avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days321 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,150 ft (1,265 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density4,959/sq mi
Coordinates39.5382°N, 36.3363°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.2"
31% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 28.6"
Wettest Month (Apr) 2.30"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.40"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

132 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 20, 2025.

Apr 18, 2024 11 km W of Sulusaray, Turkey M5.6 60 km
Aug 14, 1996 24 km SSW of Mecitözü, Turkey M5.2 134 km
Feb 12, 1992 11 km SSE of Amasya, Turkey M4.9 120 km
May 12, 2005 25 km NNW of Do?an?ar, Turkey M4.9 136 km
Jan 17, 2022 5 km SW of Sar?o?lan, Turkey M4.9 65 km
Apr 13, 2025 19 km WNW of Taşova, Turkey M4.8 143 km
Mar 10, 2023 10 km WNW of Hac?lar, Turkey M4.8 127 km
Aug 22, 2023 15 km ESE of Sariz, Turkey M4.7 126 km
Feb 16, 2012 12 km NNW of Darende, Turkey M4.7 138 km
Mar 7, 2023 15 km W of Hac?lar, Turkey M4.7 136 km
Jun 11, 1999 24 km WNW of Ula?, Turkey M4.7 37 km
Apr 17, 2024 11 km WNW of Sulusaray, Turkey M4.6 62 km
May 12, 2005 23 km SE of Ba?çiftlik, Turkey M4.6 132 km
Jun 11, 1999 15 km ENE of ?ark??la, Turkey M4.6 24 km
Feb 24, 2023 7 km NNE of Gürün, Turkey M4.6 118 km
Jun 12, 1993 4 km SW of Amasya, Turkey M4.6 129 km
Feb 12, 1992 7 km SSW of Amasya, Turkey M4.5 125 km
Oct 17, 2024 23 km S of Hafik, Turkey M4.5 86 km
Dec 14, 1998 14 km NNW of Bünyan, Turkey M4.5 79 km
May 12, 1992 7 km SSE of Ladik, Turkey M4.5 149 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1598 SOUTH BLACK SEA Eruption + Earthquake - 60,000 125 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Erciyes Dagi (136 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Erciyes Dagi Stratovolcano 3,864 m (12,677 ft) -6880 136 km
Acigol-Nevsehir Caldera 1,683 m (5,522 ft) -2080 185 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-2°C) 1.6 in Coldest
February 29°F (-2°C) 1.4 in
March 37°F (3°C) 1.7 in
April 47°F (9°C) 2.3 in Wettest
May 55°F (13°C) 2.3 in
June 60°F (16°C) 1.6 in
July 66°F (19°C) 0.4 in Driest
August 66°F (19°C) 0.4 in Warmest
September 60°F (15°C) 0.6 in
October 50°F (10°C) 1.2 in
November 40°F (4°C) 1.5 in
December 31°F (-1°C) 1.9 in

Akcakışla has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 29°F in January to 66°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 16.9 inches, with April being the wettest month (2.3") and July the driest (0.4").

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Airports Near Akcakışla

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sivas Nuri Demirağ AirportVASSmall Airport

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 Akcakışla

What is the population of Akcakışla?

Akcakışla has a population of 843 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 4,959 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Akcakışla?

Akcakışla has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 321 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.2 inches, with 28.6 inches of snow.

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