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Akıncılar, Turkey

Sivas · Turkey

Akıncılar is a small town in Sivas, Turkey with a population of 4,779. Elevation: 4,068 ft (1,240 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

4,779 Population 26/sq mi density
4,068 ft Elevation 1,240 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
21.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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About Akıncılar

Akıncılar

Akıncılar is a town in Sivas Province of Turkey. It is the seat of Akıncılar District. Its population is 2,441 (2022). The mayor is Hasan Şen (AKP).

People

Population4,779
Density26/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain21.9 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation4,068 ft (1,240 m)
Population4,779
Population Density26 / sq mi
Elevation4,068 ft (1,240 m)
Coordinates40.0717°, 38.3433°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceSivas
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation21.9 inches (557 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.5 inches (16 cm)

About Akıncılar

Akıncılar is a small town in Turkey (Sivas) with a population of 4,779. The city sits at an elevation of 4,068 feet (1,240 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 29°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Akıncılar experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 296 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 21.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 6.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 4,068 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average49.7°F
8% below Turkey avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,068 ft (1,240 m)
Area194.1 sq mi (502.8 km²)
Population Density26/sq mi
Coordinates40.0717°N, 38.3433°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 21.9"
42% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 6.5"
Wettest Month (May) 2.83"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.39"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

114 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.7. Most recent: M4.1 on Apr 9, 2025.

Mar 13, 1992 8 km W of Cimin, Turkey M6.7 115 km
Jan 27, 2003 2 km NW of Pulumer, Turkey M6.1 146 km
Mar 15, 1992 6 km NNE of Pulumer, Turkey M5.9 148 km
Sep 22, 2011 13 km SSE of Refahiye, Turkey M5.5 53 km
Apr 20, 1990 5 km NE of Otlukbeli, Turkey M5.4 147 km
Apr 6, 1999 16 km E of Divri?i, Turkey M5.4 75 km
Jun 14, 1993 23 km NNW of ?liç, Turkey M5.0 50 km
Feb 12, 2023 8 km E of Hekimhan, Turkey M5.0 141 km
Jul 30, 2009 13 km S of Cimin, Turkey M5.0 130 km
May 12, 2005 25 km NNW of Do?an?ar, Turkey M4.9 87 km
Mar 21, 1992 13 km N of Pulumer, Turkey M4.7 140 km
Mar 13, 1992 19 km SW of Demirözü, Turkey M4.7 119 km
Sep 24, 2003 23 km WNW of ?liç, Turkey M4.7 58 km
Mar 13, 1992 11 km NNE of Erzincan, Turkey M4.7 104 km
Mar 14, 1992 17 km WNW of Pulumer, Turkey M4.7 131 km
Jun 11, 1999 24 km WNW of Ula?, Turkey M4.7 149 km
May 12, 2005 23 km SE of Ba?çiftlik, Turkey M4.6 90 km
Apr 20, 1992 6 km NNW of Pulumer, Turkey M4.6 143 km
May 3, 1990 19 km NNW of ?liç, Turkey M4.6 53 km
Feb 11, 2023 13 km ENE of Hekimhan, Turkey M4.5 138 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.5 m (2 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1939 SOUTH BLACK SEA Earthquake 0.5 m 32,700 107 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-2°C) 2.1 in Coldest
February 31°F (-1°C) 1.9 in
March 38°F (4°C) 2.2 in
April 49°F (10°C) 2.7 in
May 57°F (14°C) 2.8 in Wettest
June 63°F (17°C) 1.7 in
July 69°F (21°C) 0.5 in
August 69°F (21°C) 0.4 in Warmest, Driest
September 63°F (17°C) 0.8 in
October 53°F (12°C) 1.9 in
November 42°F (6°C) 2.4 in
December 33°F (1°C) 2.4 in

Akıncılar has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 29°F in January to 69°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 21.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.8") and August the driest (0.4").

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Museums in Akıncılar

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Şebinkarahisar Atatürk Museum

Libraries in Akıncılar

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Şebinkarahisar İlçe Kütüphanesi0.0

Gas Stations in Akıncılar

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Opet Akıncılar
TR #2040896409
TR #2040896554

Stadiums & Teams in Akıncılar

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Akıncılar

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Divriği AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Akıncılar

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Akıncılar 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 Akıncılar

What is the population of Akıncılar?

Akıncılar has a population of 4,779 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 26 people per square mile, spread across 194.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Akıncılar?

Akıncılar has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.9 inches, with 6.5 inches of snow.

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